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These Broadway shows are perfect for
family outings. You will find that these great theatrical productions
will entertain both children and parents. It is recommended that
children be at least 6 years old before you bring them to a Broadway
show, consider a children's theater for younger children.
You are encouraged to do further research to ensure the play is
appropriate for the age of your children.
High School Musical
Disney Theatrical Productions, the producers of THE LION KING and
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, have created a live
stage production based on the Disney Channel Original
Movie High School Musical. This
Broadway-style show delivers excitement.
Official Website:
High School Musical
Phantom of the Opera
Andrew Lloyd Webber's long-running hit musical tells the story of a
mysterious masked figure living beneath the Paris
opera house and his love for a young singer.
Official Website:
Phantom
Hairspray
This production
is based on John Waters movie Hairspray. It is sure to be a
favorite for the teen/ tween girls. Fun, bright colored sets, and
great music make this production entertaining for audiences of all ages.
Official
Website:
Hairspray on Broadway
The Little Mermaid
Another Disney
movie adaptation about a mermaid's quest to find true love.I
f you're children enjoyed the Disney film of The Little Mermaid they
will be absolutely enjoy The Little Mermaid musical.
Official Website:
Disney's The Little Mermaid on Broadway
Little Mermaid Tickets - Family Resources
for Broadway
The Lion King
This musical
features amazing costumes, mesmerizing music, and many scenes where the
performers dance and move through the aisles. A definite hit for
audiences of all ages. It is a must see production.
Official
Website:
Disney's The Lion King on Broadway
Mary Poppins
A
production based on Disney's Mary Poppins movie,
where Mary Poppins enters and changes the lives of the Banks family.
Official Website:
Mary Poppins on Broadway
Wicked
If your
children enjoyed The Wizard of Oz, Wicked tells the story
that proceeds from the Wicked Witch of the West's perspective. While the
book might be a bit dark for children, the musical is family-friendly
and includes excellent performances and music throughout.
Official Website:
Wicked: The Untold Story of the Witches of Oz
Blue Man Group: Tubes
An
entertaining Off-Broadway show featuring three silent performers miming
their way through a variety of hilarious skits. The performances
of the Blue Men will entertain kids and adults as well.
Official Website:
Blue Man Group in NYC
Beauty and the Beast
It is a must-see Disney production based on the movie Beauty and the
Beast.
Official
Website:
Beauty and the Beast
Grease
This adaptation of the popular 70's
movie
starring John Travolta, Danny Zuko,
and Olivia Newton-John, Sandra Dee,
is about the sub-cultures of high school
life set in the 1950.
Official
Website:
Grease
Billy Elliot
A musical based on the popular movie,
Billy Elliot, is about a boy's dream to become a
dancer
against his father's wishes.
Official Website:
Billy Elliot
Shrek -
The Musical
Shrek, is the journey of an ogre
and his donkey friend as they attempt to rescue a princess and save her
from marrying an evil lord. Based on Disney's movie Shrek.
Official Website:
Shrek
Cirque du Soleil
Cirque du Soleil's shows are designed for a very broad audience. You
don't have to know anything about the arts to enjoy these wonderful
productions.
Official Website:
Cirque Du Soleil
Nutcracker
The Nutcracker is based on the story The Nutcracker and
the King of Mice. It is a fairytale ballet performed around the
Christmas Holiday. It tells the story of Clara, a young girl who
dreams of having adventures with the nutcracker she receives for
Christmas. The Nutcracker is popular for children as well as
adults.
Official Website:
Nutcracker
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