Performing Arts
Do you enjoy being in the spotlight? Do you like to be creative while performing on-stage or setting up backstage? Then you should jump into this project! You will learn to express yourself in front of a crowd either on-stage, backstage, as a puppeteer or writing your own script.
Things to Learn/Do in this Project
Age 7-9
- Learn to express yourself through movement, voice, speech and acting
- Create and present a play
- Do skits, pantomime, readings and clowning
Age 10-13
- Learn about puppets
- Create a puppet, stage and kit
- Do puppet therapy
Age 14 and Older
- Create costumes, sets and props
- Create a stage setting
- Do makeup and stage management
Project Materials
Reasonably priced materials are available for every project in Kansas 4-H. You can order the materials for your project online or contact your local Extension Office.
Performing Arts (PA100)
Awards and Recognition
County Level
Award: Medal presented at your 4-H Achievement Banquet
State Level
Award: Medallion
National Level
Award: $400 National 4-H Congress Scholarship