Imagine a rainy afternoon with the sound of raindrops dancing on your window and a warm blanket around you like a hug. Surely the perfect place for a family trip? Now I’d like to tell you about an amazing event called Storytime Theater that can make any dull day full of laughs and fun.
Is it more fun to curl up with a favorite book?
The Thought
One way to take that joy to a whole new level would be to bring the figures to life. Choose a beloved story to read to your family in the living room, like “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” or “Where the Wild Things Are.” Or even religious stories if your family is interested. Each player can play a different character, so you’re about to embark on an imaginative journey!
The great thing about Storytime Theater is how simple it is. Sets and outfits that are too fancy can’t make magic happen. Check around your house; I’m sure you can find gems right there! For Max’s wolf outfit, an old cardboard box can be used as the boat that floats in the wild through unknown waters. Remember how our parents got by with the things they had? It’s about keeping that creativity and skill in check.
Now the fun part starts: giving out jobs! Who will Max be? Maybe Dad would like being this brave young man. Lily might want to walk in his shoes, or even in his paw prints. Everyone gets a chance to shine, so why not switch parts in the middle? This helps people work together and lets everyone look into more than one side of the story.
Talk
As you start to work on your play, don’t forget the script! Let everyone say what they want. For example, Great Uncle Jim could add an artistic touch to his image, which is something only he or Aunt Kaitlin could do. As strange things happen during practices, the room will probably be full of laughter. Don’t plan anything ahead of time. Isn’t it amazing how events change over time?
Fun Props
Adding props is another exciting part of this theater practice. Don’t just use normal things; for example, cushions can be used as stage props or cooking tools for sound effects. As we look through our houses together, think about how much we value these times just as much as the memories. That sense of belonging makes memories that last long after the shades close.
As you reach the most tense part of your performance, the end, you might find yourself gasping or laughing out loud at unexpected turns. Here is where real family ties grow; where jokes and shared experiences make us strong.
Putting It All Together
“A great way to relax after a performance is to gather around for post-performance thoughts.” Talk about the best thing that each person liked. Was it acting in this particular way? Props used in a creative way? Perhaps just spending more time with him? These conversations help us understand each other better and value the things we have in common.
Here’s some advice: let your curiosity help you find new parts of your family’s story. Accept stories as a way to get to know someone better and have fun at the same time. Especially in this busy world, wouldn’t it be nice to set aside time just for fun?
Whether we’re hiding from the rain or enjoying the sun, let’s never forget how powerful the mind can be when we’re all together having a good time. Putting aside all the fun and games.
Get those books off the shelf and start your own Storytime Theater trip. You’ll be glad you did.
