Playtime in the Park: Giving Thanks is a short, interactive children’s theatre program presented by Riverside Children’s Theatre, the educational arm of Riverside Theatre in Vero Beach. The Playtime in the Park series centers on a major theme of the month, and this edition takes on gratitude and the Thanksgiving season.
Student performers present original interactive stories. Young audience members are invited to join the story in imaginative ways instead of sitting quietly in rows. The format lets kids move around and play while they watch, which makes it an easy first introduction to live theatre for little ones who have trouble with a traditional seated show.
The performance is short, about thirty minutes, so it fits easily into a Saturday morning without taking over the day. The show is designed to be inclusive and welcoming for all ages, so parents, grandparents, and older siblings are welcome to watch alongside the youngest audience members. It also gives the student performers a chance to try their work in front of a live crowd.
The program takes place at Riverside Theatre on Riverside Park Drive in Vero Beach, on the Indian River Lagoon side of town. Playtime in the Park returns throughout the year with a different theme each month, so it is a good fit for local parents who like to build regular outings into their weekends. For more ideas, browse our guide to family activities on the Treasure Coast or see what else is happening in Vero Beach.