Articles & Guides for Performing Arts Families

Guides to help your creative child find their stage — written by Michael Lamb for parents across Avon, Simsbury, Farmington, West Hartford and Hartford County CT.

Avon CT

A Message to Avon Families From Michael Lamb

Why performing arts changes children’s lives — and what’s happening in Avon this season. Group classes and private coaching available for kids in the Farmington Valley.

Is Your Child in Simsbury Ready to Find Their Voice?

Nearly 30 years serving Simsbury families. What happens when a child who wants more than school programs can offer finally gets the focused coaching they need.

A Note to Farmington Families From Michael Lamb

The gap nobody talks about in the Farmington Valley — and why performing arts fills it better than any other activity for creatively wired children.

Your Creative Child Deserves More Than a School Play

West Hartford kids are competitive. So is Conard and Hall. What gives some students the edge that makes all the difference when auditions come around.

Your Child Doesn’t Have to Drive to Find Great Performing Arts

Seven years partnering with Canton Parks and Recreation. Why online coaching has actually made things better for Canton and Collinsville families.

Granby Families — Your Creative Child Has Been Waiting for This

Four years with Granby Youth Services. What performing arts does for children in tight-knit communities where creative kids sometimes feel out of place.

East Granby — Where It All Began

East Granby was first. The summer theater that started in 1997 grew into a decade of productions at The Bushnell. The full story of how it began.

A Legacy of Performing Arts in Your Community

The Hartford Courant covered our Wethersfield classes. A student said simply: “He lets you be yourself.” That’s the whole philosophy in four words.

South Windsor Was Home — And Some Things Never Change

For years South Windsor was headquarters. Over 100 kids every summer. Three productions a year. The story of what was built here and what continues today.

Your Child Is Closer to the Stage Than You Think

Glastonbury students have gone on to Broadway, national TV, and touring companies. What makes the difference between talented and prepared.

I Grew Up in Plainville — This One Is Personal

Plainville High School alumni. A shy kid who found his voice and came back home to give that gift to others. The most personal post Michael has written.

Performing Arts Has Been Part of This Community Longer Than You Might Know

Partnering with Suffield Parks and Recreation since 1998. What this community knew early that more families are discovering every year.

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From 12 Towns to One Stage — The Bushnell Story

A diner. A pad of paper. One sentence written at 12:30am that became Performing Arts Programs and eventually a decade of productions at The Bushnell.