Wide range of programs and classes for young children offered 

Piedmont Arts unveiled its schedule of events for 2023-24, with classes and programming for young students again among the listings.

Preschool in the Galleries is a series of programs for pre-K students designed to foster a love of the performing and visual arts at a young age. A 9:30 a.m. show and a 10:30 a.m. show will take place on each date.

Martinsville High School’s Jazz Band will perform on Thursday, Nov. 16.

Storytelling Santa and the Campbell Court Choir will perform on Wednesday, Dec. 13.

Carlisle School’s Zip Zap Zop Theatre Co. will perform on Wednesday, Feb. 7.

Martinsville High School’s Jazz Band will perform on Wednesday, March 13.

Carlisle School’s Zip Zap Zop Theatre Co. will perform on Tuesday, April 23.

Performances are free of charge to students and schools and feature performers from various arts organizations and schools in Martinsville and Henry County. Contact Christiana Jarrett at CJarrett@PiedmontArts.org to reserve a spot for your child or class.

In addition to this programming, Wee Create! is back at Piedmont Arts for 2023-2024. Taught by Sarah Short, this class is designed for young children to create a seasonally-themed craft with supervision from a trusted adult. 

Wednesday, Nov. 15 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Piedmont Arts classroom.

Wednesday, Dec. 6 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Piedmont Arts classroom.

More dates will be announced throughout the year. These classes are free for members and $10 for non-members. Participants can reserve spots online at PiedmontArts.org or by calling the museum.