This year’s Local Author Fair will be on Saturday, November 16, from 1:00-4:00 pm CT! We are collaborating with Johnson County Library to offer some exciting programming at the JCL Writers Conference on Friday, November 15, and at the Local Author Fair. You can learn more about the special programming, see the full schedule of events, and get a sneak peek at the featured authors here.




Help Fund Ms. Victoria's Dream: A Touring Van for Theater Performances

Imagine the excitement on a child’s face as they experience live theater right in their own neighborhood. We’re committed to making this vision come true. Despite the challenges we've faced since a serious car accident last November, our dedication to bringing theater to urban communities remains strong. We’re seeking your support to raise funds for a tour van that will carry our stage, props, and costumes. This van will enable us to reach even more children and families, ensuring that theater is accessible to everyone. Will you help us keep this dream alive?



Ms. Barbee is an authentic community youth advocate as well as a professional performing arts model and mentor who has helped change the life and pathway of the youth in our neighborhood! Highly RECOMMENDED!
— Judith Jones from Kansas Academy of Theatrical Arts
Of course! I love how she learned that the best version of her was the one without any additions! I think it speaks to everyone to be who they already wonderfully are! It’s a message for everyone, always, and still uniquely hers! ❤️
— Ms. Alycee
Thank you so much for reaching out and sharing pictures. I am sorry I could not be here to see it all happen. I am happy to share that I heard nothing but good things about you and your classes, so I am planning to contact you early next spring to schedule you for the summer.

I will also reach out to the Performing Art Center and see if I we have enough wiggle room to make the theatre available for you.
— Andrea Kolkmeier | Assistant Director of Continuing Education