LENOX, Mass. — Mary Jo Danckert Maichack, a nationally recognized singer and story teller will present a program at Ventfort Hall on Tuesday, Dec. 28 at 3:30 pm.

 

"King Frost and Chilly Tales to Warm Up Chilly Children" (or, If These Walls Could Talk…and Sing) is a mix of folktales, songs with guitar, even an invitational song/dance with audience volunteers. 

 

According to a press release:

 

Come; hear about King Frost in this gripping tale from wintry Russia! Join in making the crackling sound of icicles, and find out what happens to the girls in the snowy fields. Will the little dog ever get his blinis (Russian pancakes)? Chant along and be enchanted! Help tell a magical poem of snow falling—your hands and fingers will replace the words, until all is quiet as falling snow.

 

Maichack, who has performed some 4,000 shows from San Francisco to Vienna, Austria, is known for her upbeat, fun and funny style, and her ability to engage her audiences with varied ways to participate as suits their comfort and enjoyment. She has performed for the National Storytelling Network (and also served as its Massachusetts State Liaison and Northeast Regional Director), on regional storytelling festival stages and on PBS. She has won two NAPPA national awards for her CDs of storytelling and music.

 

Admission to the show is $20 for adults, $10 for children 4-17 and free for age 3 and under. Children must be accompanied by adults. Reservations are strongly recommend as seating is limited and can be made by calling (413) 637-3206. Walk-ins will be accommodated as space allows. Please note that all tickets are nonrefundable and non-exchangeable. Payment is required to make a reservation for an event.   Proof of vaccination including ages 5 and over, ID for ages 18 and over and masks are required. The historical mansion is located at 104 Walker Street in Lenox.