Books Alive! Brings Free Musical Literacy Performances to Fulshear Library and George Memorial Library This June
For families in Westheimer Lakes looking for free, educational summer activities, two upcoming performances at Fort Bend County Libraries offer a unique opportunity to combine entertainment, reading, and creativity in one memorable experience.
Books Alive!, a Houston-area professional touring theater company dedicated to promoting literacy through the arts, is bringing its original musical adaptation of The Ballerina with Webbed Feet to both the Fulshear Branch Library and George Memorial Library this June. The free performances are designed to encourage a love of reading while showing young audiences how stories can come to life beyond the pages of a book.
As summer break begins and many parents seek meaningful activities that keep children engaged, events like these provide an opportunity for families throughout Westheimer Lakes to explore literacy in a fun, interactive setting while supporting local library programs.
A Story of Inclusion, Resilience, and Self-Confidence
This season’s featured production is based on The Ballerina with Webbed Feet by author Pam Von Scoyoc. The story follows a duck who dreams of becoming a ballerina despite the challenges posed by her webbed feet.
Through music, movement, and storytelling, the production explores themes that resonate with children and families alike, including self-acceptance, perseverance, friendship, overcoming setbacks, and celebrating differences.
Books Alive! specializes in adapting children’s literature into fully staged original musicals. The organization works directly with authors and a professional creative team to develop performances that inspire young readers while reinforcing literacy skills through live theater.
The company regularly performs in schools, libraries, hospitals, and youth organizations throughout the Houston region, helping connect children with books in ways that are both educational and entertaining.
Fulshear Branch Library Performance Details
Families in and around western Fort Bend County can attend the performance at:
Fulshear Branch Library
- Date: Wednesday, June 10
- Performance Times: 3:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. | 4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.
- Location: Meeting Room, Fulshear Branch Library, 6350 GM Library Rd, Fulshear, TX 77441
- Fulshear Branch Library: 346-481-6800
The event is free and made possible through the support of the Friends of the Fulshear Branch Library.
George Memorial Library Performance Details
A second opportunity to see the production will take place at one of Fort Bend County’s flagship libraries.
George Memorial Library
- Date: Tuesday, June 23
- Performance Times: 2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. | 3:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
- Location: Meeting Room, George Memorial Library, 1001 Golfview Dr, Richmond, TX 77469
- George Memorial Library Youth Services Department: 281-342-4455
The event is free and sponsored by the Friends of the George Memorial Library.
What Families Should Know Before Attending
Because seating is limited, free tickets are required for admission to both library events.
Tickets will be distributed beginning 30 minutes before each performance. Library officials note that late admittance will not be permitted, so attendees are encouraged to arrive early to secure their seats.
These performances are expected to be popular among families throughout Westheimer Lakes, particularly as parents search for free summer programs, literacy activities, and educational events for children in Fort Bend County.
Why Programs Like Books Alive! Matter
Research consistently shows that children who engage with reading through multiple formats—including storytelling, theater, music, and visual arts—often develop stronger literacy skills and a greater enthusiasm for books.
By bringing professional theater directly into local libraries, Books Alive! helps create memorable experiences that encourage children to see reading not as an assignment, but as an adventure.
For families in Westheimer Lakes, these performances offer more than just an afternoon of entertainment. They provide a chance to strengthen literacy skills, support local libraries, and create lasting family memories centered around learning and imagination.
Visit the Fort Bend County Libraries website at fortbendlibraries.gov for additional summer programming and event details.
As libraries across Fort Bend County continue expanding educational opportunities for children and families, events like Books Alive! highlight the important role local libraries play in fostering literacy, creativity, and lifelong learning throughout Westheimer Lakes.
Stay tuned to My Neighborhood News for more family-friendly events, library programs, and community happenings across Westheimer Lakes.
Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.
