Dance Me A Story: Exploring Literature through Ballet

Join Emily Kate Long for an interactive program that brings books to life through movement, music, and imagination. After enjoying a story together, participants will learn simple ballet movements inspired by the characters and events in the book, discovering how dancers tell stories without saying a word. Along the way, you will get a behind-the-scenes look at the details that make a ballet performance sparkle. There will even be a chance to dress up and join in the fun! Perfect for readers, movers, and dreamers, of all ages and abilities, Dance Me a Story encourages creativity, self-expression, and a love of both literature and dance.

Dance Me A Story this summer:


  • June 4 at 10am - Edwards River Public Library, Aledo, IL 
  • June 16 at 2pm - Sherrard Public Library, Sherrard, IL
  • July 9 at 6pm - LeClaire Community Library, LeClaire, IA 
  • July 15 at 10:30am - Viola Public Library, Viola, IL
  • July 22 at 5pm - Silvis Public Library, Silvis, IL
  • July 30 at 10am - Iowa City Public Library, Iowa City, IA