The Family Forward Festival

A Carousel Theatre for Young People Initiative

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Dates
February 14-16, 2026
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Venue
Performance Works
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Age Recommendation
All Ages
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Running Time
Various
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ASL Interpretation
Relaxed Performances

Show Information

The first ever Family Forward Festival is Carousel’s celebration of family in all its forms and definitions! Be it biological or chosen or otherwise, families of all kinds are invited for a weekend filled with storytelling, drag performances, dance, and music!

Show Schedule

Public Performances
School Performances

Cast & Creative

Curated by Dave Deveau & Jennica Grienke

Supplemental Reading List

This Book List is generously created by our friends at Massy Books.
Please note that CTYP does not thoroughly investigate the books listed.

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