Does anyone know of a good place to take little ones to introduce them to theater, musicals, and dance? I am looking for a show, not a place for my kids to take lessons. I was once told about a place that had a lunch and show but I forgot what it was and am unable to find it. Any other suggestions would be great too. I am looking for pretty young kids...3 and 1yr. Thanks!
We have been to the Broadway Palm Theater in Mesa and our children loved it. Here is their website: http://www.broadwaypalmwest.com/
My kids enjoy the Arizona Puppet Theater in Phoenix - http://www.azpuppets.org/
I have not yet been to Childsplay in Tempe but, I know a few families who loved it - http://childsplayaz.org/
In Mesa there is a theater called Broadway Palms located on the Southeast corner of Higley & Brown. They perform a lot of plays and musicals for adults, but they also have special performances for kids as well. Recently I heard they had put on a musical version of Disney's Mulan. While I have not attended one of the children's performances, Broadway Palms has a very fun cast that interacts with the audience and really make you feel part of the show. I am sure they do the same with the younger audience too. Most performances have the option of a ticket for the pre-show meal and the show or just a ticket for the actual performance. The food is not amazing, but it is good.
Also, check out Valley Youth Theatre productions. They are absolutely awesome!!!
Hi A.,
Hale Centre Theatre in Gilbert is I believe right now showing Cinderella on Saturday afternoons for children. That is a marvelous theatre in the round experience.
I know you said you are not looking for classes..... but... if at some point you are, I am the Area Director for an award winning performing group called SUNSHINE GENERATION We are just starting our classes for our Holiday Show and we start students as young as age 3! We perform all over the community about every 3 months. We will perform this show at some fun venues in December right here in the east valley! Children learn to love music and grow in confidence as they SHINE in our program! Call me or email me to see how you can get a FREE class! 602/579-5570 www.azsunshinegeneration.com
Phoenix Theater and Greaspaint both have GREAT childrens shows. Cookie Company - at the phoenix theater even does pre-show crafts ect depending on the show. I know both the artistic directors at each theater and they are fabulous!
Also, the lunch place is Lunch at the Herberger.... but they dont always do childrens shows - My recommendation - COOKIE COMPANY at the Phoenix Theater!!
