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LAUGHTER IS HEALING

PEP For Angels Cultural Arts Festival

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UMMC Batson Children's Hospital

Sponsored by Life Care Wellness PEP For Angels, Inc. and

MS Arts Commission

FEATURING PERFORMING ARTISTS

Richelle Putnam

Guitarist and Literary Artist

Richelle Putnam

Guitarist and Literary Artist

Educational information was presented about the guitar and ukulele. Children was provided hands on experience with each instrument.

Tambourines, moroccos, and other instruments were given to children to join in with the musical renditions and musical stories

Rick Anderson

Renoun Artist

Mr. Anderson showcased his illustrated books and provided educational information about his art work.

The dolphin creation was dramatically inspirational as he engaged the audience with music as he completed this fantastic piece of art.

Amulet Strange and Hope Cowan

Flute and Harp Program

The Harp and Flute Program provided educational information about the musical instruments and intriguing renditions by the artists.

Children were interested in how the artists became inspired to select the flute and harp and the years of training to perfect their skills.

Dorian LaChance

Magician, Comedian and Literary Drama Artist

Dorian LaChance

Musician and Literary Drama Artist

Dorian LaChance kicked off our PEP For Angels Cultural Arts Festival with an educational literary program full of comedy, puppetry, magic and music. It was an exciting event at UMMC Batson Children's Hospital for children, family, staff and caregivers.

Annie McKee

Literary Drama Artist

Annie McKee

Literary Drama Artist

Annie McKee engaged the children in dramatic storytelling and encouraged children to share their stories about their favorite pets. She also engaged the children in creating special Valentine's Day cards.

Asia Rainey

Literary Drama Artist

Asia Rainey

Literary Drama Artist

Asia's dramatic storytelling from her collection of stories encouraged creativity, and imagination among all who attended this inspirational event.

Krista Bower and Front Porch Dance Partner Belhaven Dance Ministry

Krista Bower

and Front Porch Dance Partner Belhaven University Dance Ministry

will present the Grand Finale of the PEP For Angels Cultural Arts Festival with 25 creative dancers.

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