‘Cinderella’ with a magical twist

“Cinderella, the Fairy God Mother’s Tale” is set to wow the crowd at Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater on May 9, 10, and 11. This hilarious re-telling of the classic story is part of the third annual New York children’s theater festival, which celebrates the variety and award-winning performing arts programs available in the city.

Families with children ages 4 and up will love the magical twist where the fairy godmother helps Cinderella win the prince’s heart.

Enjoy fun activities after the show, including meeting the cast and face painting!

“Cinderella, the Fairy God Mother’s Tale,” May 9, at 5:30 pm, May 10, at 11 am and 2 pm, and May 11, at 2 pm. $18.

Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater [10 W. 64th St. at Central Park West, on the Upper West Side, (866) 811–4111 www.newyorkchildrenstheaterfestival.org].

Treehouse Shakers

<div>Treehouse Shakers&rsquo; Branching OUT After-School program is for ages 12-14. This awarded program is for young people who identify as LGBTQIA+, or are seeking to become better allies. Branching OUT centers on discovering and exploring one&rsquo;s story and identity through an intentionally artist-led format. During our community-based program, young people will explore and reflect on their own story to create a larger, more meaningful experience, while gaining self-empowerment and gathering with like-minded peers. Through the guidance of our awarded teaching artists, young people will create narratives that will be turned into podcasts, dances, songs or poetry.&nbsp;</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Young people have the opportunity to learn new art forms, work with professional artists, while building a meaningful community.</div>

CK Kids

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">CK Kids offers various classes and programs, including Afterschool Program, Lil Chefs, Boys Hip-Hop, Ninja Starz, Lil Artists, CK Kids Athletic Programs, Acrobatics, Dance and Drama, and Karate.&nbsp;</span></p>

Athletic Association of Yorkville Youths

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Serving the families and children of NYC for over 50 years with high-quality recreational activities that foster life-lessons which empower young people to succeed beyond sports. Our programs encourage positive attitudes and growth through teamwork and sportsmanship, attendance, fair play, respect, hard work, integrity and fun. Your child can participate in clinics and leagues in such sports as baseball, basketball, flag-football, lacrosse, soccer, hockey, wrestling, track, and tennis. We also offer weekly dodgeball tournaments, drama and musical theater workshops, and after school programs.</span></p>