Ian Cooke’s 2013 “Cassowary and Fruit Bat” – a book, short film and musical album – explores Australia through its environment and animals as a flying mammal tries to win the heart of a flightless bird. His new album focuses on dinosaurs, with each song following the journey of a different Mesozoic animal. Join Cooke for an interactive performance of songs that entertain and inspire. This program will be held at the Armory Performing Arts Center, adjacent to Anythink Brighton. No registration required.

Ian Cooke's 2013 "Cassowary and Fruit Bat" - a book, short film, and musical album - explores Australia through its environment and animals as a flying mammal tries to win the heart of a flightless bird. His new album focuses on dinosaurs, with each song following the journey of a different Mesozoic animal. Join Cooke for an interactive performance of songs that entertain and inspire. Appropriate for kids ages 3-10, but all ages welcome. No registration required.

Get an up-close look at the orchestra! Inside the Orchestra’s family concerts explore the relationship with the conductor and the orchestra while featuring music from Beethoven to current pop hits. During this 50-minute performance, Inside the Orchestra engages, entertains and educates children and their families. Audiences experience what it is like to be truly inside the orchestra – participants will be seated with a 15-piece orchestra surrounding them. Kids can interact with the conductor and the musicians and learn all about the various instruments. The collaborative performance with Inside the Orchestra, opera singers from Central City Opera and dancers from Hannah Kahn Dance Company creates a one-stop cultural experience. This program is held The Armory Performing Arts Center and is appropriate for all ages.

Join this new, teen-run club exploring the literary and cinematic elements of horror in books, movies, and games. Movies rated PG-13 or lower may be shown. Appropriate for teens ages 13-18 only. Space is limited; registration is recommended.