Theater

Goodnight Moon at Chicago Children’s Theatre: A Magical First Theatre Experience for Little Kids

Taking little kids to live theatre can feel like a gamble, but Goodnight Moon at Chicago Children’s Theatre ended up being such a special, low-stress first experience for our family.…

Your 2026-27 Guide to Children’s Theater and Live Performances in Chicagoland

There’s nothing quite like live theater, especially when it can be enjoyed with the whole family. There are so many great options of children’s theater in the Chicagoland area. Live…

Discount! ‘Twas The Night Before… by Cirque du Soleil at The Chicago Theatre

Cirque du Soleil’s first-ever Christmas production, ’Twas the Night Before…, is now in Chicago for a limited run at the historic venue, The Chicago Theatre (December 11–28, 2025). Designed with families in mind,…

Disney’s Finding Nemo at the Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences

The Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire is home to children’s theatre productions that encourage even the youngest audience members to develop an appreciation and love of live theater. Join Marlin, Dory…

A Christmas Carol at Drury Lane Theatre: A Perfect Holiday Tradition

I have special memories of my parents taking us to Drury Lane Theatre to see A Christmas Carol every year. It was a cherished holiday theater tradition to enjoy the…

The Little Mermaid at Drury Lane Theatre is a Splashing Good Time

The Little Mermaid at Drury Lane was an immersive theatre experience that made you feel under the sea.

Get in the Holiday Spirit with Immersive Nutcracker Chicago

Lighthouse ArtSpace Chicago’s welcomes back their larger than life display of the classic holiday ballet, The Nutcracker. Running now through January 7, 2024, guests are invited to experience The Nutcracker…

Giveaway and Discount Code for The Art Deco Nutcracker

It was visually arresting and thoroughly entertaining. Third Coast Review In the most original reimaginations, The Art Deco Nutcracker 2023 shines using the exuberance of the 1920’s to tell the classic…

Winnie the Pooh Enchants Audiences of All Ages at Mercury Theater Chicago

Disney’s Winnie the Pooh: The New Musical Stage Adaptation is at Mercury Theater in Chicago now through through June 12, 2022! Katie and Rita’s families had the opportunity to go…

Review: American Girl Live from Broadway in Chicago

My daughters, ages 5.5 and almost 4, loved everything about American Girl Live. Most families had children around this age, but slightly older girls seemed to be just as happy.…