Bessie’s Big Shot Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre Central Park at W 79th Street & West Drive,
See a fun and high-flying, family-friendly adventure at the historic, cozy Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre. Marionettes and music tell the story of Bessie the cow, who dreams of joining the…
🎟 $15, $10/ages 1.5-12 years, free/under 18 months
I’mPossible The New Victory Theater 209 W 42nd St,
Run away and join the circus with young Johnny as he finds himself among an awe-inspiring, inclusive ensemble featuring a Deaf ringmaster, an award-winning gymnast who uses a wheelchair and…
🎟 $24-$49
EarthFest American Museum of Natural History 200 Central Park West at W 79th Street,
Join a full day of family-friendly activities, performances, and lectures showcasing local and international efforts devoted to preserving planet Earth. In Polyglot Theatre's Bees (10:30 am, noon, 2:15 pm &…
🎟 Suggested $28/ages 12-65, $16/ages 2-12, $22/students & seniors, free/ages 2 & under
Vital’s The Wizard of Oz Actor's Temple Theatre 339 W 47th Street,
Enjoy a new take on a classic tale adapated by acclaimed Vital Theatre Company. Rediscover the joy of following the yellow brick road with Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tinman, the…
🎟 $59.50-$69.50
Teatro Sea Presents Mi Chivita Magica! Sugar Hill Children’s Museum of Art & Storytelling 898 St. Nicholas Ave at W 155th Street,
Hop aboard “La Chivita,” a magical bus that journeys through the heartland of Colombia. Audiences will join lovable characters who share traditional stories of their beloved homeland.
🎟 $7/adults, $5/ages 2-17
John Luther Adams’ Crossing Open Ground Lincoln Center W 65th Street & Broadway,
In celebration of Earth Month, Juilliard and Lincoln Center present Crossing Open Ground, an outdoor work by John Luther Adams for winds, brass, and percussion. The piece, written for multiples…
Jack & the Beanstalk Puppetworks 338 6th Ave, Brooklyn
Puppetworks marionettes' brings the classic tale to life with an original song score & a "live" Giant Advance reservations recommended. Strollers must be left on the porch outside (camera monitored).…
🎟 $10-$11
La Chivita Brooklyn Public Library 10 Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn
Join lovable characters who share traditional stories of their beloved homeland with “La Chivita,” a magical bus that journeys through the heartland of Colombia.
Pinocchio Queens Theatre 14 United Nations Avenue, Queens
Unique Quebec theatre group Tout à Trac journeys into the heart of childhood and imagination with an adaptation of Collodi’s tale about the world’s most famous puppet featuring masks, storytelling…
🎟 $20
WestFest: All Over Westbeth Westbeth Artists Housing 55 Bethune Street,
Experience original site-specific dance works during guided tours of Westbeth's landmarked campus. Tours run every 30 minutes starting at 1 pm. Final tour leaves at 3 pm. No reservation required.…
Fancy Nancy The Musical Actor's Temple Theatre 339 W 47th Street,
Elegant, energetic book character Fancy Nancy comes to life in an hour-long musical from Vital Theatre Company. Fancy Nancy and her friends, Bree, Rhonda, Wanda, and Lionel are going to…
🎟 $49.50
Galli Theater: Puss in Boots Galli Theater 72 Warren St,
See an updated version of a classic fairy tale in an intimate theater. A miller’s son inherits a cat and soon comes to find out he has a true friend…
🎟 $25/adults, $20/kids
En Familia Matinee New York City Center 131 W 55th Street,
Dive into the rich tapestry of Latin American culture with Eduardo Vilaro, Ballet Hispánico’s Artistic Director & CEO, as he leads an interactive and dynamic exploration of contemporary dance. Experience…
🎟 $20
“Kharumi is a Georgian Dance” Festival The Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College 695 Park Avenue at E 68th Street,
Brooklyn's Dancing Crane presents a children’s festival of dance and Song.
🎟 $35
Playscape Performs: Paper Heart Puppets Battery Park & Playscape State Street & Battery Place,
Enjoy outdoor music, dance, puppetry and more at a destination playground. Performers change weekly. Join performances at 10:30 am & 12:30 pm.
Pinkalicious The Musical Actor's Temple Theatre 339 W 47th Street,
Vital Theatre Company's cheery musical based on popular children's book Pinkalicious features a spunky pink-lover who eats so many pink cupcakes she changes colors. 🎟 Save 30-40% through Groupon.
🎟 $49.50-$59.40
Earth Day Celebration Prospect Park Boathouse & Audubon Center 101 East Drive, Brooklyn
Join Prospect Park Alliance to celebrate of Earth Day with family-friendly nature activities and a multimedia production. From 12–2 pm, enjoy seasonal discovery stations, fun-filled education opportunities and more to celebrate…
ENCOUNTERS: a day of experimental performance and film Hauser & Wirth 18th St 443 West 18th Street,
Join a day of experimental performance and film presented by Hauser & Wirth Publishers, MACK, and SPBH Editions in conjunction with the Printed Matter's New York Art Book Fair. Artists…
Candlelight: A Tribute to Taylor Swift The Opera House 288 Berry St, Brooklyn
Discover the music of Taylor Swift classical-style under the gentle glow of hundreds of (flameless) candles. The Highline String Quartet performs Swift's hits in classical arrangements with engaging narration. Enjoy…
🎟 $35-$65
Sail Away: An Immersive Discovery Play for Toddlers The Ailey Studio Theater 405 W 55th Street,
Journey with Treehouse Shakers on an oceanic discovery play for toddlers ages 18-24 months. Specifically tailored to the very early walkers, this mobile exploration experience piece is for toddlers who…
🎟 $42/toddler + caregiver