Top USA Family-friendly Shows - page 17

Experience an unforgettable night where history and innovation come together—AURA by Moment Factory transforms Grace Cathedral into a breathtaking living masterpiece. Through stunning projection mapping, immersive lighting, and powerful original music, the space comes alive with captivating scenes of swirling storms, blooming ceilings, crashing waves, and star-filled skies. This one-of-a-kind experience blends art, technology, and timeless beauty to inspire and amaze audiences of all ages. Step into a world that connects past and present in the most spectacular way—secure your tickets now for AURA in San Francisco!

Have you ever met a talking dog, Get ready because you're going to meet the funniest comedian on4 legs! Irving with a little help from his friend Todd Oliver, is going to talk up a storm. He won't mince his words, and if he does it's Todd's fault, he's a ventriloquist, magician and musician. Todd Oliver and Friends have been a feature on Late Show with David Letterman, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Late, Late, Show with Craig Ferguson a couple episodes of Walker Texas Ranger and in 2012 they were a top finalist on America's Got Talent.

True to their musical roots, their style and their songwriting was moving steadily more towards their raising. By the late ‘70’s The Bellamys were emerging on the country charts with another bona fide smash. “If I Said You Had A Beautiful Body (Would You Hold It Against Me),” originally scrawled on a dinner napkin by David, rocketed them to the top of the country charts the way “Let Your Love Flow,” had done in the pop market just a few years earlier. It proved to be the first of a string of fourteen #1 singles in the U.S. alone.

The season opens with hair-raising drama and spectacular singing as two of opera’s most extraordinary artists star in Macbeth, Verdi’s thrilling take on the immortal Shakespearean tale of the scheming couple determined to seize power at any cost. Following past triumphs in many of Verdi’s signature baritone roles, Quinn Kelsey is the Scottish king haunted by the ghosts of his murderous ascent to the throne, opposite Lise Davidsen—the world’s reigning dramatic soprano—as the power-mad Lady Macbeth, whose ruinous ambition damns them both. Met Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin takes the podium for a penetrating production by Louisa Proske, a brilliant young director making waves around the world. Rounding out the all-star cast are tenor Freddie De Tommaso as the heroic Macduff and bass-baritone Ryan Speedo Green as Macbeth’s friend-turned-victim Banquo.

A beloved New York holiday tradition, Mozart’s enchanting fable takes the stage in the Met’s abridged, English-language production by Julie Taymor—the Tony Award–winning director of Broadway’s The Lion King. Running under 90 minutes and dazzling audiences with vibrant sets, colorful costumes, and eye-popping puppetry, it’s the perfect show for the holidays and a delightful introduction to opera for audiences of all ages. At every performance of The Magic Flute, audiences can enjoy free activity books and themed photo opportunities throughout the lobby. Special downloadable activities are also available online to explore before or after your visit. Complimentary face painting will be available before all matinee performances. Holiday Open Houses will take place prior to the performances on December 13 and 19.

Enter the tantalizing embrace of the of the Wicked City at The Red Pavilion in Bushwick, where the glamour of burlesque beckons a night of forbidden pleasures. As you enter, the world outside fades away, replaced by the shimmer of sequins, the tease of feathers, and the soft glow of spotlight. Our lineup features a rotating cast of sirens to captivate your senses. Indulge in an evening of sensuality, temptation and joie-de-vivre, where the spirit of the femme fatale lives on, and the art of the tease is elevated to new heights. This show is presented in partnership with The Nudge. Doors 9pm / Show 9:30pm. All events are 21+, and a valid physical ID is required for entry. 2 drink minimum required at tables. All sales are final.

This grandest of grand operas features an epic backdrop for what is in essence an intimate love story. Set in ancient Egypt and packed with magnificent choruses, complex ensembles, and elaborate ballets, Aida never loses sight of its three protagonists. Few operas have matched Aida in its exploration of the conflict of private emotion and public duty, and perhaps no other has remained to the present day so unanimously appreciated by audiences and critics alike. The libretto indicates merely that the opera takes place in “ancient Egypt, in the time of the pharaohs.” This may sound vague, but it was a clear direction to approach the drama as myth rather than anthropology or history. The score of Aida is a sophisticated example of Italian Romanticism, imbued with a convincingly mysterious and exotic hue. Making no claims to authenticity, Verdi created a unique musical palette for this opera.

The source of this popular opera is a single chapter in the biblical Book of Judges, and the brevity of the tale did nothing to prevent it from becoming one of the world’s great stories of love (or at least passion)—as well as the archetypal depiction of a man betrayed by an immoral woman. Saint-Saëns’s opera, along with other artistic renderings across multiple genres, has had an important role in the popularization of this tale. Despite tepid success early on, Samson et Dalila eventually conquered the operatic world and has proven itself a magnificent evening of theater. The score of this opera teems with color and dramatic aptitude and is a worthy compendium of Saint-Saëns’s diversified genius. Portions of the opera, including Dalila’s seduction aria “Mon cœur s’ouvre à ta voix” and the extraordinary ballet sequence in the final scene—the Bacchanale—are known well beyond the opera house.

Come see Chicago's hottest up-and-coming burlesque stars! Experience the next generation of spectacle at Rising Stars, an alluring burlesque and variety revue that honors the Windy City's storied legacy of live entertainment. This high-energy showcase brings together the city's most captivating emerging burlesque dancers and variety entertainment for a night full of fun, whimsy, humor, and seduction. Whether you're a long-time fan of burlesque or a curious newcomer, we invite you to come enjoy Stars & Garters' intimate venue, world-class cocktails, and unforgettable performance artists. Every Rising Stars show features a unique roster of talent, so there's reason to come back again and again. (Follow @starsandgarterstheater on instagram to see when your favorite performers are scheduled for a show.)

Join us for a fantastic Murder Mystery Dinner Show brought to you by A Touch of Mystery! It features a talented cast of performers who bring charm, humor, and great music to the stage for an ultimate night of fun. Enjoy interacting with the cast as YOU become part of an investigative team to find the murderer! Topping it off with some delicious BBQ, this will be night to not forget. Firelight Barn has earned many prestigious business awards for outstanding quality food and fantastic entertainment.

La Bohème, the passionate, timeless, and indelible story of love among young artists in Paris, can stake its claim as the world’s most popular opera. It has a marvelous ability to make a powerful first impression and to reveal unsuspected treasures after dozens of hearings. At first glance, La Bohème is the definitive depiction of the joys and sorrows of love and loss; on closer inspection, it reveals the deep emotional significance hidden in the trivial things—a bonnet, an old overcoat, a chance meeting with a neighbor—that make up our everyday lives. The libretto sets the action in Paris, circa 1830. This is not a random setting, but rather reflects the issues and concerns of a particular time when, following the upheavals of revolution and war, French artists had lost their traditional support base of aristocracy and church. The story centers on self-conscious youth at odds with mainstream society—a bohemian ambience that is clearly recognizable in any modern urban center.

Set in an idealized Vienna of the past, Strauss’s most popular opera concerns a wise woman of the world who is involved with a much younger lover but ultimately forced to accept the laws of time, giving him up to a pretty young heiress. Hofmannsthal’s fascinating libretto deftly combines comedy, dreamy nostalgic fantasy, genuine human drama, and light but striking touches of philosophy and social commentary. Strauss’s magnificent score, likewise, works on several levels, combining the refinement of Mozart with the epic grandeur of Wagner. The opera is originally set in Vienna in the 1740s. Genuine historical references are merged with fictitious inventions (like the “noble custom” of the presentation of the silver rose to a fiancée, which never actually existed) and anachronisms (like the Viennese Waltz, which did not yet exist at that time) but The Met’s current production moves the setting to the last years of the Habsburg Empire.

Step into The Red Pavilion, Brooklyn’s Asian neo-noir cabaret, for an intimate evening of live jazz beneath the glow of red lanterns. From Wednesday through Friday, our musicians explore a rotating calendar of cinematic and cross-cultural themes, including: • Chinatown Jazz Noir • Old Shanghai Jazz • Anime and Studio Ghibli jazz • Japanese City Pop • Lynchian Jazz Noir • Bollywood General admission includes entry to the live performance from 6:30–8:30 PM. GA is standing room only - for table reservations, visit our website or request an upgrade at the door. Programming changes nightly, so every visit offers a different journey through jazz, cinema, and late-night atmosphere. Guests must be 21+ ID Required. There is a 2 drink minimum for table service.

Step into the whimsical world of the House of Hearts: Wonderland Cabaret, a unique blend of circus and cabaret that brings Wonderland to life. This vibrant show features captivating performances from unforgettable characters like the Queen of Hearts, Mad Hatter, and Cheshire Cat. Expect live vocals, cirque artistry, and dance in an intimate setting where you're part of the action. With a night full of surprises and a little madness, this event promises an experience unlike any other. Perfect for those looking to escape the ordinary and dive into a fantastical realm of entertainment.

Experience one of Las Vegas’ 5-star family-friendly shows at House of Magic, inside Silver Sevens Hotel & Casino. House of Magic brings together talented magicians, comedians and variety performers for an intimate, fast-paced show where the audience becomes part of the fun. Expect amazing magic, mind-blowing illusions, comedy and plenty of surprises. Featuring a rotating cast of professional performers with credits including America’s Got Talent, the Magic Castle, Comedy Central and more, every show offers something different. Perfect for families, couples and groups looking for a fun, affordable Las Vegas experience for all ages. Enjoy free parking, affordable drinks and no drink minimum, just minutes from the Las Vegas Strip. Serious Magic. Not Taken Seriously.

The Grand Canyon is famous for its incredible dark skies, where thousands of stars light up the night. Now, continue that journey into the universe with IMAX Deep Sky, an unforgettable adventure through distant galaxies and cosmic wonders captured by the James Webb Space Telescope. Directed by Oscar-nominated filmmaker Nathaniel Kahn and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Michelle Williams, Deep Sky reveals the universe as we have never seen it before; immersing audiences in the stunning pictures beamed back to earth by NASA’s new telescope — and capturing their vast beauty at a scale that can only be experienced on the giant IMAX screen.

Get ready for a night filled with mind-bending illusions and laughter at "The Good Liar" featuring Brian Curry, DC’s renowned mentalist. This captivating show combines sharp wit, outrageous audience participation, and magic that’ll have you guessing long after the curtain falls. Perfect for date nights or a unique evening out, Brian's performance is designed to leave you questioning reality while enjoying clever comedy. With accolades like Washington City Paper’s Performing Artist of the Year, this event is a must-see.

We are the only Chuck Wagon Dinner Show in the Las Vegas area! We are family friendly and fun for all ages. You’ll enjoy BBQ from one of the top BBQ joints in the Las Vegas Valley, and award-winning entertainment by Mama’s Wranglers, the Jackson Family Band! For 23 years they have played old western classics like Dueling Banjos, Johnny Cash, and Hank Williams, but this show will feature purely 50's-70's Rock N' Roll! These talented band members play many instruments, including fiddles, guitars, drums, etc. They sing in amazing 3-part harmony that only siblings can achieve. We have evening shows and also offer lunch matinees! Mama's Wranglers have been named Young Entertainers of the Year, and the Firelight Barn has earned many prestigious business awards for outstanding quality food and fantastic family entertainment!

The third and final collaboration between Mozart and librettist Lorenzo Da Ponte is a fascinating paradox: a frothy comedy of manners with an intensely dark take on human nature; an old story (it has antecedents in Boccaccio, Shakespeare, and Cervantes, among others) with a startlingly modern tone; and a beautiful score depicting questionable behavior. Così fan tutte was only moderately successful at its premiere and remained just outside the standard repertoire for more than a century. Così still poses unique challenges, and correspondingly unique rewards, for the public today. Every possible impression of love—from the loftiest to the basest—is explored in this extraordinary opera. The Met’s current production updates the action to an amusement park inspired by Coney Island in the 1950s.

Piff the Magic Dragon roars new life into the traditional Las Vegas magic show with a game changing blend of razor-sharp stand-up, jaw-dropping tricks, and dragon-sized charm. Brought to life by a cast of unforgettable characters, this is a full-scale production show, starring the sensational showgirl Jade Simone and the one-and-only Mr Piffles II, offering an astonishing spectacle for families, couples, comedy fans and everyone in between. From his breakout on America’s Got Talent to his decade long Strip-defining residency, Piff’s accolades include the iconic Magician of the Year award from the legendary Academy of Magical Arts and an unprecedented sweep of the Best of Las Vegas awards, winning Best Headliner, Best Magician and Best Comedian. Whether you’re looking for big laughs, heart-stopping illusions or “did-that-just-happen” moments, Piff delivers an experience likely to be the best thing you do in Las Vegas.

Join us for a brand-new, high-energy production at the Hot Hits Theatre as Tommy James presents an authentic tribute to the legendary George Strait. Known throughout the region as "The Singing Golf Pro", Tommy brings a lifetime of musical passion to the stage, honoring the man who defined modern country music

A searingly dramatic setting of Friedrich Schiller’s play about Mary, Queen of Scots, and her political and personal rivalry with Queen Elizabeth I of England, Maria Stuarda had a troubled genesis, despite its musical and theatrical brilliance, and only recently achieved a place in the repertory. These two fearsome rivals embody different perceptions of royalty, which were very much in direct conflict at that moment in time, and the opera’s drama is true to history in a way the facts are not. For all the beauty of its orchestral writing, Maria Stuarda is a prime example of the mid–19th-century bel canto style—the drama is firmly embedded in the vocal parts. A notable curiosity of the score is the wide range of casting possibilities for the two leading ladies: either role can be (and has been) sung by a soprano or a mezzo-soprano. Much depends on the contrast of the voices, especially in the great confrontation scene at the end of Act I.

Step into the whimsical world of Mystère by Cirque du Soleil in Shared Reality. Guided by the thunderous rhythms of Taïko drums and an original score, experience the unseen power, precision, and humanity of Mystère, as the original must-see Cirque du Soleil production is reimagined inside The Dome at Cosm on an 87-foot wraparound LED display. Enjoy a mesmerizing blend of captivating athleticism, world-class acrobatics, and powerful storytelling. Mystère invites you to explore the humor, beauty, and mystery of life itself. Join a mythical cast of characters as their imaginative stories come alive on stage and through the air in a series of unforgettable acts and aerial stunts. Here, physical artistry takes center stage, unfolding around you as the performers lift you into their world. Step inside the show like never before in Shared Reality, moving from the awe-inspiring to the intimate. Witness the discipline, strength, and fragility of the performers behind the curtain.

From heartfelt ballads to honky-tonk hits, you'll hear the songs that defined a generation- performed with authenticity, passion, and energy by world-class musicians. This more than a show, it's a journey through the golden age of country music.