This March, as we focus on how the right information helps people move forward when next steps aren’t clear, Pathfinder is excited to share a new community partnership that reflects that same spirit of guidance, clarity, and steady support.
Pathfinder is partnering with Little Blue Theatre Company for their debut production, All Smiles, a joyful, interactive performance designed specifically for children ages 0–6. The show runs March 13–22 at Centennial Performing Arts Studios/Black Box Theatre in Nashville.
A Performance Built Around Real‑Life Feelings
All Smiles is not a quiet, sit‑still theater experience. It’s intentionally designed as an interactive sensory experience, welcoming movement, sound, stimming, flapping, and exploration. Children help characters navigate emotions like excitement, anxiety, disappointment, and bravery, mirroring the big feelings young children experience every day.
The show uses color, sound, and gentle interaction to bring the story directly to young audience members, especially those who engage best through movement and play.
Why This Partnership Matters
Little Blue Theatre’s inaugural production was created with community collaborators and built to support young children as they learn to understand and navigate emotions. Their mission centers on creating theatrical experiences for and with young people, and their Spring 2026 production of All Smiles was developed in partnership with Autism TN and the Neurodiverse Community Access Network.
This aligns closely with Pathfinder’s daily work. Families often reach out to us after trying to make sense of unclear instructions, outdated information, or conflicting options. The heart of All Smiles mirrors that need for clarity: helping children take complicated feelings and turn them into something they can understand, one step at a time.
Find Pathfinder On‑Site
During the All Smiles performance dates, Pathfinder staff will be present at the theater to share resource information, answer questions, and meet families attending the show. We’re proud to support a local production that emphasizes connection, understanding, and practical tools for navigating everyday challenges.
Show Details
- Dates: March 13–22
- Times: Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays at 10:30 AM; Saturdays also at 1:00 PM
- Location: Centennial Performing Arts Studios – Black Box Theatre
- Tickets: $5 for ages 0–6; $10 for ages 7+. Get Your Tickets Today!
- Learn more: www.littlebluetheatre.org
As we highlight the importance of clear, reliable information this month, we’re grateful for opportunities like this, where community partners come together to support families, share meaningful experiences, and make the next step a little easier to see.