Atlanta Virtual Events Your Kids Will Love

by Kate LowethAugust 11, 2020

While we are spending time at home with our families, we can still explore all the wonderful activities that Atlanta has to offer. This list of Atlanta’s best virtual events for kids has museum activities, live tours, cute animals and more. We’ve got you covered, parents!

Zoo Atlanta at Home

Learn with the Atlanta Zoo while you are at home. Meet animals, take a virtual tour, do crafts and explore the world of your backyard.

Online: tinybeans.go-vip.net

Learn at Home with the Children's Museum of Atlanta

Check out Children Museum of Atlanta’s blog featuring an at-home activity, a vocabulary list and a YouTube playlist or book recommendation to support learning through play.

Online: tinybeans.go-vip.net

Delve into Science with the Tellus Museum

Kids can learn how to use science to make a geode suncatcher, lava lamp and more.

Online: tinybeans.go-vip.net

Tour Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birth Home

Library of Congress via Wikimedia Commons

Go on a virtual tour of where Martin Luther King, Jr. lived to learn more about this important person.

Online: tinybeans.go-vip.net

Check Out the Story of Atlanta in 50 Objects

The Atlanta History Center asked the public to submit what objects they think best represent their town. The parameters were broad: an object could also be a person, a place, an institution, or an idea. After receiving hundreds of submissions, History Center staff assembled a collection of fifty pieces that represent the themes identified by the public.

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Watch Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Performances

Go behind the scenes at the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and listen to performances on their YouTube channel. They’re also hosting live watch parties on Facebook.

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Explore the Atlanta History Center at Home

Visit the Atlanta History Center from home with access to lectures, exhibitions, author talks and more.

Online: tinybeans.go-vip.net

Tour the The Jimmy Carter Presidential Library & Museum

Take a virtual tour of The Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum, where you’ll start in the Oval Office. On Facebook, they’ve posted an accompanying scavenger hunt for the virtual tour.

Online: tinybeans.go-vip.net

Check Out Our MASSIVE Virtual Events Calendar

For more virtual fun every day of the week, head to our virtual events calendar. You'll find dance classes, scavenger hunts, animal encounters, drawing classes and MORE!

Online: tinybeans.go-vip.net

Featured image by fiskes via istock

—Kate Loweth

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10 Virtual Portland Kids’ Concerts & Storytimes to Stream Now

by Melissa PoulinMay 24, 2020

Portland’s treasure trove of family-friendly artists, musicians, and storytellers are proving that screen time during the pandemic can be a much-needed infusion of socializing for kids at home. Just about every day of the week, you and your kids can tune in to live concerts on Facebook and Instagram, check out a live storytime, or enjoy a performance from the Oregon Symphony– mostly free or donation-based. Read on for ways to connect with and support our city’s beloved arts community!

Photo: via Red Yarn Productions

Red Yarn

This beloved Portland musician is livestreaming his Homespun show three days a week on Facebook, with all the foot-stomping music and funny “critters” (puppets) little ones love. Kids are invited to suggest dance moves, share ideas for staying active at home, and draw pictures of their favorite Red Yarn critters to share with other friends online.

Where: Facebook
When: Mon. & Wed. 10 a.m.; Thurs. 4 p.m
Donate: Venmo @redyarn; Cash App $redyarn; PayPal PayPal.Me/redyarnpdx

Mr. Ben

Gentle guitar and ukulele and all your preschooler’s favorite songs. Mr. Ben is one of the pioneers of Portland’s kindie music scene. Pop in for his live Facebook singalongs, or sign up for one-on-one Facetime ukulele lessons on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.

Where: Facebook
When: Mon. 5 p.m.; Tues. & Thurs. 10 a.m.
Donate: Venmo @mrbenmusic; Cash app $mrbenmusic

Papa Steve Cooper

Join Papa Steve for interactive silly music on five different instruments, teaching social skills while entertaining kids and families.

Where: facebook.com
When: Music on Mon. 11 a.m.; Storytime Tues. & Thurs. 7:30 p.m.

Pointed Man Band

With imaginative lyrics and a wide range of musical styles, this kindie music fave makes “music for both the grown and still growing.” Join in weekly for live solo sets from lead singer Dan Elliot’s piano nook.

Where: Facebook
When: Mon. 4 p.m.
Donate: PayPal pointedmanband@gmail.com

Photo: via Mo Phillips

Mo Phillips

Sunny guitar music from a cool dad, singing love songs to his couch, among many other joy-filled numbers. You and the kids can catch him live from his living room twice a week! Impossible not to dance and laugh along.

Where: Facebook
When: Tues. & Thurs. 10:30 a.m.
Donate: Venmo @mo-phillips-1

Micah and Me

Twice a week, you and your crew can join three dads Justin, Ryan, and Aaron for livestream dance parties on Zoom. Head to their Facebook page for meeting details. Miss it? Catch up later on YouTube.

Where: Zoom
When: Tues. & Fri. 10:30

The Oregon Symphony

Take a Minute for Music with the Oregon Symphony, and get to know musicians through short performances and talks.

Where: orsymphony.org
When: 2-3 times per week; times vary
Donate: orsymphony.org

Photo by Alexander Dummer on Unsplash

Rose City Book Pub

Geared toward 2nd & 3rd graders, this storytime features a Glencoe Elementary School teacher reading aloud from different books, followed by a “mathtivity” to do at home. Hop on Facebook Live to listen to the latest tale.

Where: Facebook
When: Weekdays 2 p.m.
Donate: rosecitybookpub.com

Library Storytime

Missing library storytime? See your favorite librarians read aloud from favorite books, and sing familiar songs.

Where: youtube.com
When: Updated daily

Other Live Events and Resources to Explore

Do check out local kindie musician Kelli Welli’s Pandora playlists, complete with coloring pages to print out and color while you listen! Beyond Portland’s borders, there’s a whole lot more to explore. Want to hear Michelle Obama read aloud from her favorite kids’ books? Search hashtag #readtogetherbetogether for live storytelling on instagram. And don’t forget to support Mississippi Pizza, kindie musician concert venue, so they can open for more dance parties once this is all over.

-Melissa Poulin

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by Jacqui BolandMay 6, 2020

Wondering how you can help the local economy and help keep your favorite spots in business? Make a purchase now that can be used at a future date by buying a gift card or membership! The following businesses offer online purchase options for gift cards or memberships. And some, such as the Oakland A’s tickets, you can get a full refund if the event is canceled.

Click through our ever-growing list below to find out where to share some local love.

Aldea

BADM

Bay Area Children’s Theatre

Camp EDMO

Code Rev

Community Music Together

CuriOdyssey & CuriOdyssey Memberships

Exploratorium

Hiller Aviation Museum

The Joy of Learning- Educational Therapy with Art

Three Bears Soap

Tum E Time

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These Denver Spots Are Offering Virtual Events for Kids

by Kate LowethApril 21, 2020

While Denver kids are home from school, you can still tour lots of your favorite museums, visit the animals at the zoo and check out the local art scene. We’ve got a bunch of our favorite Denver virtual events for kids below and you can head over to our massive virtual events calendar for more. We’re here for you, parents!

Virtual Safari with the Denver Zoo

Denver Zoo may be closed, but animal care staff is still providing vital care for nearly 3,000 animal residents. They're here to keep you informed, entertained and engaged with daily videos, wildlife-themed activity ideas and much more!

Online: tinybeans.go-vip.net

#LETSMCA

Join the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver Instagram community for daily inspiration. Practice gratitude, tap into your creativity, learn, laugh and more.

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The Colorado Symphony will be sharing videos from their incredible musicians as they #PlayOn during this difficult time. They'll showcase projects they've been working on and what they're up to while they strive to keep the community safe and healthy. Hopefully these videos give you a moment of peace, a brief distraction from the grind, or just a small smile as you go about your day.

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Dance Along with Wonderbound

Join in this series of dance classes with a learning twist!

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Dig into Nature at Home with the Denver Botanic Gardens

While Denver Botanic Gardens may be temporarily closed, there are still plenty of ways to engage your family in fun and educational activities. Go on a scavenger hunt, play garden BINGO, study seeds and more.

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Tour Some Denver Public Art from Home

Denver public art staff and their families suggested their favorite local works of art. You can also find some coloring pages to go along with your art tour.

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Check Out Our MASSIVE Virtual Events Calendar

For more virtual fun every day of the week, head to our virtual events calendar. You'll find dance classes, scavenger hunts, animal encounters, drawing classes and MORE!

Online: tinybeans.go-vip.net

—Kate Loweth

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Buy a Gift Card or Membership to Keep These Local Favorites in Business

by Jacqui BolandApril 1, 2020

Wondering how you can help the local economy and help keep your favorite spots in business? Make a purchase now that can be used at a future date by buying a gift card or membership! The following businesses offer online purchase options for gift cards or memberships, and in the case of events tickets, many are offering refunds if the events are cancelled.

Click through our ever-growing list below to find out where to share some local love.

photo: Peter Bucks via Unsplash

Fancy That

Mimosa Studios

Craft Factory (call)

Oregon Children’s Theatre

Northwest Children’s Theater (call)

Oregon Zoo

Portland Children’s Museum

Oregon Ballet Theatre

Oregon Symphony

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How to Explore Your Favorite Seattle Spots From Home

by Allison SutcliffeMarch 21, 2020

For days when IRL isn’t an option, it’s time to go virtual. Take the kids on a “trip” to visit their favorite marine mammals at the Seattle Aquarium, watch science experiments at PacSci and see the Seattle Symphony perform at Benaroya Hall, all from the comfort of home. Find out how below.

Seattle Aquarium

You may not be able to listen to a diver talk at the Window on Washington Waters or marvel at the fish swimming above under the dome, but if you miss seeing the playful harbor seals and sea otters who always seem to steal the show when you visit, you can check in on them via the aquarium’s live webcam stream. After you’ve watched them play, take time to browse the aquarium’s virtual YouTube library. Here you can take a deep dive into feedings, trainings and other marine-related topics that are sure to educate and entertain.

Seattle Art Museum

Get inspired to create art of your own during your at-home down time after you browse through the Seattle Art Museum’s online collection. Here you can click through African and Asian Art, Modern & Contemporary Art, even explore the larger-than-life-size sculptures that call Olympic Sculpture Park home. Best part? You can do it all while you’re still in your jammies.

Pacific Science Center

Mo Willems might be jealous of this one. Did you know you could watch the naked mole rats at PacSci via livestream? Trust us, they elicit the same conflicted feeling of being fascinated and a little grossed out at the same time whether you’re watching them from home or IRL. Follow up your viewing with PacSci DIY science videos designed to inspire curiosity and inquiry in your kids.

Good to know: [Editor's note: This event will be rescheduled.] Tune into PacSci’s Covid 19 Livestream: Ask the Experts on March 24 to connect with local experts and leaders in epidemiology and community health.

The Museum of Flight

You may not be able to sit in the seats of a retired 727 or marvel at the intricacies of the NASA Space Shuttle Trainer on-site, but you can explore them virtually, in 3D online. One aspect of the museum’s Step Inside programming, these virtual tours bring the museum’s most impressive artifacts to life in the comfort of your home.

Woodland Park Zoo

Your kids bee line for the grizzly bear exhibit at the Woodland Park Zoo, and we can’t blame them. When you can’t visit your favorite (and seriously ferocious) grown-up teddy bears, peek in on them through the Woodland Park Zoo’s live webcams. Say hello to the tigers and bats while you’re there, too. Families can also tune in to the Zoomazium to You blog posts for a weekly activity focused on educational play at home. Be sure to watch the zoo's Facebook as they add more ways to check up on and interact with your favorite wild animals.

Seattle Symphony

Grab a glass and fill those sippy cups. Then sit back and relax because you’re going to the symphony… at home. In an effort to “provide strength, comfort and joy” the Seattle Symphony will be rebroadcasting and livestreaming performances throughout March. Upcoming performances are scheduled for Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and can be viewed via YouTube and Facebook. Tune in to get announcements about future performances so you don’t miss out, or sit down to enjoy already posted shorts (they've got Sir-Mix-A-Lot) in between upcoming performances.

Seattle Public Library

Your favorite story times and drop-in activities may be a no-go, but SPL has got you covered. With a slew of digital resources dedicated just to kids like TumbleBooks and BookFlix, alongside educational videos to stream from Kanopy and Access Video, there are plenty of ways to get your library fix at home. Families can also add to their growing online learning resources with library favorites like Mango Language and Safari Books Online, that includes thousands of digital publications focused on building tech knowlege. Don't your kids need some different Adventures in Minecraft?

National Nordic Museum

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The National Nordic museum has an expansive collection of objects, photos, even recordings you can browse from home. They make it easy to sit back and study Nordic culture with the kids on a day off.

Space Needle

If that cooped up feeling sets in, click on to the Space Needle webcam to get a fresh perspective. The 360-degree views mean you and the kids can watch the ferries come in from Bainbridge, spy on your favorite museums, even see if the mountain is out from behind a screen.

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Slice, Bake & Calculate: Where to Celebrate Pi Day with Kids

by Allison SutcliffeMarch 9, 2020

Editor’s note: We’re making every effort to provide you with the most up-to-date information. However, sometimes closures occur at the last minute due to circumstances beyond our control, such as the spread of Covid-19. We highly recommend that you call ahead before you pack your kids (and all those snacks, and diapers…) and haul them across town. Stay safe!

For some March 14 is just an ordinary day. But if you equate 3.14 with pi, you know this magical date is worth celebrating. From library programs, to a pie baking class to a mathematical symphony, here are seven Seattle Pi Day events especially designed for families.

photo: iStock

Pi Day Dash
If you need motivation to make it through a 5K, the Pi Day Dash is the race you’ve been looking for. It’s a 3.14-mile fun run through Seattle’s Magnuson Park, and it’s perfect for runners and walkers of all ages. Kids (ages 6 & under) who are in to the pie but aren’t quite ready to go the (full) distance can run in the free Cutie Pie Dash where they’ll get a free pie-pop at the end. Race registration includes a chip-timed event, super comfy event shirt and finish line pie for all participants. 100% of proceeds are donated to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Event details.

Children’s Pie Baking Class
Mix it up using math and science to make some tasty treats. Bright Horizons at Pioneer Square invites families to celebrate Pi Day during their children’s Pie Baking Class. At this event, families will learn why we celebrate Pi Day, participate in a pie baking class led by our teachers and take home their very own apron. This event is geared toward children ages 2–5. Please RSVP to pioneersquare@brighthorizons.com with your full name and number of attendees. Event details.

Pi Day Spy Day
It’s 3.14 and kids ages three and up can head to the Burien library to discover why the number pi is such a special number. They’ll also have the chance to practice their super spy skills. Event details.

Storynauts Present: Pie in the Sky
Join the Storynauts on a new adventure, watching stories written by real kids brought to life by real actors in the form of sketch comedy and song. The Storynauts are a program of The Greater Seattle Bureau of Fearless Ideas, and our mission is to elevate and celebrate the voices of young writers. It’s a wild ride powered by laughter and we hope you can join us. Suggested donation of $10 at the door. There are two show times on Mar. 14 at 3 & 7 p.m. Event details.

Science Dome Pi Day Celebration
Bring the kids to the Science Dome for their Pi Day event featuring hands-on activities in the winter garden and a showing of Chaos and Order: A Mathematical Symphony in the planetarium. Celebrate math, the “one language of our universe.” Event details.

Raspberry Pi Computer Jam
Seattle Raspberry Jam is a free monthly Raspberry Pi meetup group for beginners to experts. This event features their meet up team and some very fun, interactive Raspberry Pi projects, including a DIY marshmallow roaster. Come and participate in this Pi Day celebration, share your Pi knowledge or show a project that you have created. Event details.

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You can also celebrate 3.14 with pizza (pie). Take advantage of a great deal and save yourself dinner prep on a Saturday night. At Pagliacci’s you can grab two slices of pizza for $3.14 or order one 11” pizza and get the second for $3.14.

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The San Francisco Symphony Redefines Family Outings with Delightful Concerts

by Tinybeans TeamSeptember 29, 2019

Your kids have always danced to the beat of their own drum, so strike a chord by taking them to be inspired by music.

The whole family will love the San Francisco Symphony’s showstoppers, from Coco Live with Orchestra and Día de los Muertos to holiday concerts including Deck the Hall and Music for Families: Holidays Around the World.

This multi-generational experience will delight both young and old—and the price will be music to your ears, too, because you can score half-off kids’ tickets.

Toot your own horn for arranging this family outing that’ll have you all singing the same tune.

Kids’ tickets are half-off!

The 5 Best Cruise Ships for Teens

By Amanda Norcross

Tinybeans Voices Contributor

July 20, 2019

Photo: Disney

Have a teen who’s too cool for family vacations? Take them on a cruise. Not only do cruise vacations give teenagers the freedom they crave, but more and more cruise ships are also offering unique perks for teens, from teen-only nightclubs to Broadway-caliber shows. These are some of the best cruise ships for teens.

1. Disney Dream

You’re never too old for Disney, and the luxurious amenities and services offered by Disney Cruise Line are seriously over the top. Among the highlights for teens are Vibe, a hip hangout with a sun deck with splash pools, water misters and classic games; an indoor dance floor; stage area for karaoke and talent shows; wall pods for gaming and watching movies; and a lounge with snacks and mocktails. Teens also love the AquaDuck, a water coaster that twists and turns its way around the ship—even going out over the water! You’ll also find the AquaDuck on Disney Fantasy, and all Disney ships offer a teens-only hangout.

2. Royal Caribbean Symphony of the Seas

Teens can get happily get lost on Royal Caribbean’s Symphony of the Seas—it’s the largest cruise ship in the world! They’ll discover laser tag, ziplining, ice skating, mini-golf, a carousel and the electrifying Ultimate Abyss waterslide, along with performances of Hairspray and mesmerizing shows at the AquaTheater. The ship’s teen programming is divided into two age groups—12 to 14 and 15 to 17—allowing teens to watch movies, play games, sing karaoke and more with other kids their age.

3. Carnival Vista

One word: Skyride. The suspended bicycle takes riders around the Carnival Vista, 150 above the sea, in a breathtaking experience your teens won’t soon forget! Other thrills for teens include a ropes course, 3D movie experience at the Thrill Theater, and a sports complex with everything from outdoor billiards to mini-bowling. The Carnival Vista also offers two teens-only hangouts: Club 02 for 15- to 17-year olds, and for ages 12 to 14, Circle C.

4. Norwegian Getaway

Talk about an adrenaline rush. On Norwegian Getaway, teens can walk The Plank, a narrow plank that goes out over the sea. (All participants are properly harnessed, so you can take a breath now.) If that’s not enough, there’s also the heart-racing Free Fall waterslide. Other ship activities for teens include rock climbing, the Rock of Ages show and the Entourage Teen Zone for ages 13 to 17.

5. Royal Princess

It’s all about Remix, a teen club for ages 13 to 17 on Royal Princess. This one features a DJ booth where teens can create their own playlist, an indoor lounge with video games and an outdoor area with a wading pool. Regularly scheduled activities include teens-only mocktail parties, sports competitions, dance classes and late-night movies. Another reason we love Princess Cruise Line for teens: the Ocean Medallion, which allows parents to easily keep track of and communicate with their teens, no matter where they are on the ship.

Amanda Norcross

Tinybeans Voices Contributor

Amanda Norcross is Senior Editor at Family Vacation Critic, TripAdvisor's family travel website. Her expertise has been featured in major media outlets including The New York Times, People.com, and Prevention Magazine. Amanda enjoys discovering new destinations and sharing her experiences with parents who are looking to plan the most memorable vacations with their kids.

Best Theater Shows for Kids This Winter in NYC

by Mimi O'ConnorFebruary 20, 2019

Baby it’s cold (or slushy, or wintry mix-y) outside! One solution for winter weekend woes is to head to a show. New York City is a theater town, and there are lots of theaters here that cater just to kids. Plus, you’ve got Sesame Street Live rolling in to town for a giant run. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite shows for kids this winter, including big musical productions, more than a little bit of magic, puppetry, and more. Snap up some tickets today for a guaranteed weekend plan!

For an Immersive Adventure: Pip's Island

Pip's Island

Pip's Island, the interactive and immersive show that premiered back in 2016, has returned to New York City! The fantastical production, designed for kids ages 4 -10, begins previews March 11, and opens March 21. Audience members move through imaginative environments, help characters along the way, and play a part in helping save the day. (Lots of positive messaging is throughout the show as well.) Pip's Island is in a new home on 42nd Street, and while it maintains much of the original story, sets, and characters, it’s been updated and improved. Take the kids on a special date, or book the best birthday ever for up to 50 kids! Tickets are $49 online, and $59 at the box office. Read our full review from its first NYC run here!

Starting March 11
Tickets: $49 in advance; $59 at box office
400 W. 42nd St.
Midtown West
212-609-1372
Online: pipsisland.com

For Artful Puppetry with a Green Message: Ajijaak on Turtle Island

Richard Termine

In this show from New York City company IBEX Puppetry, kites morph into soaring birds and branches transform into a gentle deer. Puppetry artist Heather Henson and Grammy Award-winner Ty Defoe bring together an ensemble of North American First Nations Peoples to tell the tale of Ajijaak, a young whooping crane who must face her first migration south. Indigenous songs performed live, languages and dance weave together in a spectacle of artistry to create an affecting fable about the dangerous effects of climate change on animals and Mother Earth. Recommended for ages seven and up.

March 1-10
Tickets: $17 and up
New Victory Theater
209 W. 42ndSt.
Times Square
646-223-3010
Online: newvictory.org

For a Tale As Old As Time: Beauty and the Beast

Symphony Space

This classic tale is performed by one of the oldest, continually-running marionette theater companies in the country. The National Marionette Theatre presents the story of The Beast and Fiona with meticulously-crafted marionettes. Recommended for kids ages four and up, the show is 60 minutes long.

March 9, 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.
Tickets: $17/non-members; $14/members
Peter Jay Sharpe Theater
2537 Broadway at 95th St.
UpperWestSide
212-864-5400
Online: symphonyspace.org

To See Kids' Words Come Alive (Hilariously): The Story Pirates

Story Pirates Facebook page

As Lin-Manuel Miranda (allegedly, and probably) likes to say, "Have you not seen Story Pirates yet? Get on that." This troupe of comedians, performers and teaching artists takes kids' ideas, stories, and words, and acts them out to pretty much everyone's delight. These shows, which do sell out, support their work of Story Pirates Changemakers, which brings life-changing literacy programs to kids in low income schools, homeless shelters, and the foster care system. PS: Have you heard? The Story Pirates have a new book out, Digging Up Danger!

Sat., Feb. 16, Noon-1 p.m.
Tickets: $35
Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre
555 W. 42nd St.
Midtown
Online: eventbrite.com

For Little Laurie Berkner Fans: Pillowland

New York City Children's Theater Facebook page

For the youngest of theatergoers (ages 2 to 5), Pillowland, produced by New York City Children's Theater, is inspired by kindie rocker Laurie Berkner's song of the same name. Kids are encouraged to wear their pajamas to this 30-minute interactive show that takes them on a trip to the titular destination. Kids get a primo spot in the small performance area, and parents can join them or hang back and sit in chairs. Note: shoes off before entering the theater. Hang out after the show for photos with the cast!

Through April 14
Tickets: $27
Peter Theater at the Flea Theater
20 Thomas St.
Tribeca
212-226-0051
Online: nycchildrenstheater.org

Become a Jedi Master (and Laugh While Doing It): Jedi Academy

Symphony Space/Just Kidding

Calling all Star Wars fanatics who like to laugh! Young intergalactic adventurers are invited to learn the ways of the Jedi with Panniken Moonjumper, a true Master of intergalactic fun and adventure. During this comedy variety show, little Jedi Warriors, Princesses and Darth Vaders will feel empowered to discover the great Force within their hearts. The all-ages show, from the brain of kids' entertainer David Engel, involves comic antics, exciting physical challenges, magical mayhem, lightsaber lessons and a visit from our space hero’s furry alien sidekick. Bonus: audience members are invited to come in costume!

March 16, 11 a.m.
Tickets: $17/non-members; $14/members
Leonard Nimoy Thalia Theatre
2537 Broadway at 95th St.
Upper West Side
Online: symphonyspace.org

—Mimi O’Connor

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