Youth Events are FREE

Join us this year at the Carmel Art Festival with your children for two special events that bring our youth into the art community.

When: Sunday, May 17, 2026 – 9am – 12 Noon Where: Devendorf Park, Carmel-by-the-Sea

Dance Performance: 10:30am to 12 Noon
by High School Students

Stellar Musical Theater, a dynamic performance company
based at The Dance Center of Carmel, is captivating audiences with its unique blend of talent, creativity, and storytelling. Featuring dedicated high school performers, the company continues to elevate live entertainment throughout the community. Founded on a commitment to artistic excellence, Stellar Musical Theater provides high school students opportunities to perform in musical theater showcases presented at a variety of community events. Each production is designed to inspire, entertain, and connect with audiences while helping young performers grow in confidence and skill.

In June 2026, members of Stellar Musical Theater will embark on a two-week international performance and service tour to Albania. During this experience, students will share their talents through live performances and participate in meaningful service, representing their community on a global stage.

Audiences can expect an exciting lineup featuring music and dance from a variety of musicals, including Boop!, Newsies, The Great Gatsby, and Disney’s Tangled, to name a few.

Puppet Making and Improv
9am to 10:30am – Ages 5-10 INTERACTIVE

Sponsored by Soapbox Theater Academy

www.soapboxstageworks.org

Kids will make the puppets & then become part of the puppet show. The Public is welcome to watch the Puppet Show!

To give us an idea of how many kids are interested in actively participating so we have enough supplies, please email to register.

carmelartfest@gmail.com