Redhouse Arts Center

“Bringing Books to Life” Animals and Nature Animals and nature inspire play, exploration, and creative discovery. Students learn about local wildlife, uncover the wonders of the natural world through stories, art, and hands-on fun while bringing the outdoors into the Redhouse. A playful, one-week theatre adventure designed for our youngest creators! In Littles Academy, students take a beloved children’s book and—with the guidance of our experienced instructors—adapt

Turn up the volume on creativity in this immersive two-week music academy where young musicians come together to Record Original songs, Collaborate with fellow artists, and Kickstart their careers. Students will form bands, write original music, rehearse with guidance from professional musicians, and record their tracks in our studio. Throughout the academy, participants will strengthen their instrumental skills, build confidence as songwriters, and gain hands-on experience with gear,

“Bringing Books to Life” Filmmaking A program where young creators dream up their own characters, stories, and mini-movies through film and animation. Students learn how ideas become products, pitch their projects like entrepreneurs, and bring their imaginative worlds to life on screen. A playful, one-week theatre adventure designed for our youngest creators! In Littles Academy, students take a beloved children’s book and—with the guidance of our experienced instruct

“Bringing Books to Life” Little Rockers Little Rockers is back! Students explore rhythm, melody, and lyrics in fun, creative ways, ending the week with original tunes they can proudly share. A playful, one-week theatre adventure designed for our youngest creators! In Littles Academy, students take a beloved children’s book and—with the guidance of our experienced instructors—adapt it into their very own original performance. Along the way, they’ll practice key soft s

“Bringing Books to Life” Syracuse Pride! A fun-filled children’s program that explores the heart of Syracuse through art, stories, food, and adventure. Students celebrate the culture, history, and creativity of their city while building pride in the place they call home. A playful, one-week theatre adventure designed for our youngest creators! In Littles Academy, students take a beloved children’s book and—with the guidance of our experienced instructors—adapt it int

Returning after a high-energy inaugural year, Babelfest showcases new and developing plays as part of a 4-day festival that centers bold voices and fearless experimentation. Because the future of theatre doesn’t wait for a mainstage slot. It explodes onto the scene.

A Festival of New American Plays - A Weekend of New Works

Big heart. Big songs. Big joy. Set during the Great Depression, this beloved musical, one of the most recognizable titles in the American canon, follows an irrepressibly optimistic young orphan who finds hope, family, and possibility in unexpected places. With its warmth, humor, and iconic score, Annie reminds us of the power of resilience and kindness. This holiday season, hope takes center stage. Friday, December 4 – 7pm Saturday, December 5 –

Some dreams are too powerful to stay deferred. Lorraine Hansberry’s landmark play centers on the Younger family as they wrestle with dreams, sacrifice, and the meaning of dignity while deciding how and where to build their future. Deeply human and urgently relevant, this play is as moving now as ever. Theatre that sparks conversation long after the curtain. Friday, February 12 – 7pm Saturday, February 13 – 2pm Sunday, February 14 –

by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins