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Mo Willems & the Storytime All-Stars present: Don’t Let the Pigeon Do Storytime!
Sat, Jul 13, 2019
In this hysterical concert variety show, favorite performers from TV, movies, and stand-up present Mo Willems's books as sketch comedy. Age 5+
Earthrise
Jul 18 – Aug 4, 2019
As three children of NASA employees watch the Apollo 11 launch, they dream of their own majestic earthrise. In the 50th year since the moon landing, explore the historic feat with projections, songs, and NASA footage. Age 5+
Kid Prince and Pablo
Oct 19 – Nov 3, 2019
Mark Twain’s classic The Prince and the Pauper is reimagined as a digital age American Hip Hop story. By standing in one another’s shoes, Kid Prince and Pablo unearth discoveries that could start a whole new revolution. Ages 9+
On Sale 7/16/2019
NSO Family Concert: Halloween Spooktacular
Sun, Oct 20, 2019
An annual tradition! The Concert Hall transforms into a ghostly sight when our ghoulishly attired musicians perform new and old classics to celebrate Halloween. Arrive early for trick-or-treating and a special Haunted Hall Musical Instrument “Petting Zoo.” Ages 5+
On Sale 7/9/2019
Balancing Bodies
Oct 31 – Nov 2, 2019
Take a seat in a rolling office chair as an ordinary space transforms into a universe full of surprises and twists. Dance/theater company Woest from the Netherlands brings this interactive show balancing foolishness and seriousness. Ages 9+
On Sale 7/16/2019
GET'M
Nov 2 – 3, 2019
Three television hosts fight over one microphone in this imaginative production full of silly misunderstandings, a puppet show, and hilarious hide-n-seek. Ages 3+
On Sale 7/16/2019
EGG-tion HERO
Nov 9 – 10, 2019
Will two museum attendants succeed at keeping a special egg safe? Join Dutch theater/dance company Maas for a hysterically egg-cellent time! Ages 3+
NSO Music for Young Audiences: Peter and Friends
Nov 23 – 24, 2019
Venture with a boy and his animal friends through the forest. This wild adventure features actors, puppets, and a quintet of woodwind and brass musicians from the National Symphony Orchestra. Infants to 5+
Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! (The Musical)
Nov 23, 2019 – Jan 5, 2020
Whatever you do, don’t let the Pigeon star in his own musical production! Starring an innovative mix of actors, puppets, songs, and feathers, this world premiere Kennedy Center commission features a script by Mo Willems, creator of the best-selling “Pigeon” picture books, along with Muppet Babies executive producer Mr. Warburton, plus music by Deborah Wicks La Puma, the composer of Elephant & Piggie’s We Are in a Play! Ages 5+
On Sale 7/16/2019
Family Look-In: The Magic Flute
Sat, Nov 23, 2019
See how opera comes to life! In this introduction to opera designed for children and families, audience members will experience excerpts from The Magic Flute along with insight into behind-the-scene aspects. Ages 5+
On Sale 7/16/2019
Glimpse
Jan 11 – 12, 2020
Dive into an enchanted world in which music, artists, images, and technology interact with one another. Ages 2–4
On Sale 7/16/2019
NSO Music for Young Audiences: Beauty and the Beat
Jan 18 – 26, 2020
See NSO principal second violinist Marissa Regni and NSO principal percussionist Eric Shin in an exciting new program exploring the magic created when the violin and percussion join together. Ages 3+
NSO Family Concert: Girl Power! Celebrating Women in Music
Sun, Feb 16, 2020
Don’t miss a special showcase of female composers, conductors, and performers to mark 100 years since the 19th Amendment gave women the right to vote. Arrive early for a Musical Instrument “Petting Zoo.” Ages 5+
On Sale 7/9/2019
NSO Music for Young Audiences: Mozart Mash-Up
Feb 22 – 23, 2020
Share the magic and music of Mozart in a special family concert when members of the National Symphony Orchestra play favorites from the prolific composer. Age 7+
YAO YAO
Feb 29 – Mar 1, 2020
Yao accidentally pulls a thread that leads to a magical world blending reality and imagination! South Korea's Brush Theatre uses interactive screen technology and live music to capture the whimsical adventure that follows. Ages 3–7
On Sale 9/12/2019
NSO Music for Young Audiences: 1-2-3 Andrés
Mar 7 – 8, 2020
Join Andrés and Christina on an exciting cultural exploration of Latin America through an introduction of language, music, and dance. Families sing, shake, and sound out. Ages 3–6
NSO Family Concert: Goldilocks and the Three Dinosaurs (a Symphonic Spectacular)
Sun, Apr 19, 2020
Once upon a time, there were three hungry Dinosaurs: Papa Dinosaur, Mama Dinosaur… and a Dinosaur who happened to be visiting from Norway! That’s the just the beginning of a hilarious fractured, symphonic take on Goldilocks and the Three Bears, as retold by Mo Willems. Don't miss this new classic performed by favorite performers and the NSO, featuring original music composed by indie pop icon and NSO Artistic Advisor Ben Folds. Ages 5+
On Sale 7/9/2019
Pokon: An unstoppable game of growth
Apr 24 – 26, 2020
Three performers storm the stage whirling, twirling, hiccupping, tumbling, and singing. Dutch dance company De Dansers presents this mesmerizing performance for children and grown-ups who can’t keep still. Ages 5+
On Sale 11/12/2019
The Girl Who Swallowed A Cactus
Apr 30 – May 2, 2020
The desert will come to life in surprising new ways when Sheila meets wild animals who share their story. This one-woman show starring Tia Shearer returns after being workshopped at the Kennedy Center’s New Visions/New Voices festival in 2018. Ages 7+
On Sale 11/12/2019
Havana Hop
May 9 – 10, 2020
Young Yelia dreams of making it big—if only she can conquer her stage fright. One actress portrays three generations of lively women in this interactive show written, directed, and performed by Kennedy Center Citizen Artist Paige Hernandez. Ages 2–10
On Sale 11/12/2019
Dreamer: A South African Journey
May 9 – 24, 2020
Follow the journey of Aene, inspired by the real life and music of singer and songwriter Tuelo Minah. As Aene chases her dreams from girl to woman, apartheid South Africa to America, she'll find they might come at a greater cost. Ages 9+
On Sale 11/12/2019