ElderUp Fairytale Theater Troop: A Heartwarming Blend of Laughs, Learning, and Community
The ElderUp Fairytale Theater Troop is more than a performance group — it’s a vibrant, senior-centric, multigenerational ensemble that brings laughter, memory, and connection to audiences of all ages. With a mission built on cognitive health, social engagement, and joyful storytelling, this troupe rehearses with energy and heart every Friday at 10:00 AM at Hope Woods, and then shares their magic with children and seniors alike in schools, assisted living communities, and beyond.
A Club Where Every Friday Feels Like a Page-Turner
Rehearsal Rhythm: Every Friday at 10:00 AM, Hope Woods becomes a hive of creativity where seasoned performers and new friends alike come together to practice, improvise, and polish their beloved stories.
Multigenerational Magic:
The troupe thrives on the exchange between generations — seniors bring decades of life experience and stage wisdom, while younger participants inspire energy, curiosity, and fresh ideas.
The troupe thrives on the exchange between generations — seniors bring decades of life experience and stage wisdom, while younger participants inspire energy, curiosity, and fresh ideas.
Cognitive Health in Action:
The performances are designed to support cognitive health and keep the brain active through storytelling, memory work, and collaborative performance challenges.
The performances are designed to support cognitive health and keep the brain active through storytelling, memory work, and collaborative performance challenges.
Community Connection:
By keeping performers socially engaged, ElderUp strengthens bonds within the local community and creates meaningful, ongoing relationships.
By keeping performers socially engaged, ElderUp strengthens bonds within the local community and creates meaningful, ongoing relationships.
Performances That Spark Joy Across Ages
Public-Facing Shows: The troupe’s performances are tremendously funny and engaging, celebrated for their warmth, humor, andability to capture imaginations.
Where They Perform:
- Arcadia Elementary School
- Woodward Elementary School
- A handful of senior communities
Impactful Venues:
Each performance is an opportunity for seniors to share their stories, for children to learn through play, and for families to witness the power of storytelling as a bridge between generations.
Each performance is an opportunity for seniors to share their stories, for children to learn through play, and for families to witness the power of storytelling as a bridge between generations.
Led by a Passionate Theatrical Vision
Leadership: The group is directed by Christine Brown, the CEO, whose extensive background in theater infuses every rehearsal and performance with professional polish and boundless enthusiasm.
Philosophy: Under Christine’s guidance, ElderUp emphasizes joy, inclusivity, and the belief that theatre is a universal language that enhances well-being, social engagement, and community pride.
Save the Date: Free Public Performance
Next Public Show: Barnes & Noble, Portage, Michigan
Date & Time: Friday, June 12th at 11:00 AM
Admission: Free and open to the public
Why Support ElderUp Readers Theater?
Mental Wellness Through Art:
The troupe demonstrates how performance art can support cognitive health, memory, and social interaction.
The troupe demonstrates how performance art can support cognitive health, memory, and social interaction.
Community Vitality: Participating audiences and volunteers alike are enriched by the cross-generational exchange and shared experiences.
Inspiration and Joy**: Each show leaves audiences with smiles, memories, and a renewed sense of connection to the community.
If you’re in the Portage area on June 12th, swing by Barnes & Noble at 11:00 AM for a FREE performance that promises laughter, heart, and a warm welcome for all ages. Whether you’re a senior, a teacher, a student, or a curious neighbor, the ElderUp Fairytale Theater Troop invites you to be part of their story — a tale that grows richer with every performance and every connection made.
