Lichfield Garrick Partners with Local Author for Free Children’s VideoLichfield Garrick Partners with Local Author for Free Children’s Video The Lichfield Garrick theater has collaborated with local author Jessica Radford to create a free read-aloud video for children. The theater has partnered with Radford, who authored the series “The Animal Advisors,” which addresses themes such as perseverance, body image, and mental health. As part of the partnership, the Garrick will host a series of workshops based on Radford’s books. Additionally, a free reading of her book “The Squirrel Who Couldn’t Balance” will be recorded on August 9 at 4 p.m. The video will be available on the Garrick’s social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. Radford expressed excitement about the collaboration, stating that her book series aims to promote good mental health in children. She believes that the workshops and video will provide a valuable opportunity to reach young readers. Manisha Chauhan from Lichfield Garrick emphasized the importance of making the arts accessible to all, regardless of circumstances. She noted that the project aligns with the theater’s ongoing commitment to engage communities with artistic activities. The initiative aligns with the Garrick’s mission to foster creativity and self-confidence through artistic expression. The free video and workshops provide a platform for children to engage with literature and explore important themes.
THE Lichfield Garrick has partnered with a local author to create a free read-aloud video for children.
The city theater has entered into a partnership with Jessica Radford, who wrote the series The Animal Advisors. This series aims to help children tackle themes such as perseverance, body image and mental health.
In addition to a series of workshops based on her books, Garrick will record a free reading of The Squirrel Who Couldn’t Balance on August 9 at 4 p.m., aimed at children ages five to seven.
The video will be available across the theatre’s social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok.
Jessica said:
“I am so excited to be working with Lichfield Garrick.
“My book series is focused on promoting good mental health in children and the fact that one of my books will be used in workshops in schools as part of their role as an arts charity is a great opportunity to get my messages out to as many children as possible.
“The theatre will also be offering a free reading of my book – it’s a great way for families to access the story.”
Manisha Chauhan from Lichfield Garrick said:
“This is an incredibly exciting project and an opportunity to give as many people, families and children as possible, across the country and around the world, access to the arts, regardless of their circumstances.
“This is part of our ongoing commitment to reach more people and communities with arts and engagement activities.
“It is more important than ever that everyone can have the arts in their lives, whether it is through music, dance, theatre or something else, to foster creativity and self-confidence and give us all different ways to learn and express ourselves.”
