New York City isn’t the only place to catch a great show! There are so many family-friendly theater options in Boston for plays, musicals, and all sorts of shows your kids will love. You can catch anything from a classic like “Annie” to a live viewing of Paw Patrol or a concert by your kid’s favorite singer! Here are 10 upcoming shows in the Boston area — get your tickets now!
(Looking for holiday-specific shows? We have a list for that, too!)
Clue
Emerson Colonial Theatre
April 30-May 5, 2024
Recommended for ages 13 and up
Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget! Was it Mrs. Peacock in the study with the knife? Or was it Colonel Mustard in the library with the wrench? Based on the cult 1985 Paramount movie and inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is the ultimate whodunit that will leave you dying of laughter and keep you guessing until the final twist.
Bluey’s Big Play
Wang Theater
May 18-19, 2024
All ages
When Dad feels like a little bit of Sunday afternoon time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag. Bluey’s Big Play is a brand-new theatrical adaptation of the Emmy award-winning children’s television series, with an original story and new music.
STOMP!
Lynn Memorial Auditorium
May 30, 2024
All ages
Stomp is unlike any show you’ve ever seen or heard! The show features a rotating cast of hugely talented performers, who conjure up heart-pounding music on an array of everyday household objects, including brooms, garbage can lids, vacuum cleaners, hammers and much much more! The whole family will be dancing in their seats!
The Wiz
Citizen’s Bank Opera House
August 12-24, 2024
All ages
Groove to 70’s style funk, soul, gospel, and rock in this groundbreaking twist on the The Wizard of Oz, as we follow Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world. Audiences get to enjoy the epic grooves of such beloved, timeless hits as “Ease on Down the Road,” which became the show’s break-out single, and the bona fide classic “Home” in this spectacular revival.
Skrek the Musical
Emerson Colonial Theatre
September 13-15, 2024
All ages
Join Shrek, Fiona, and Donkey in this magical musical version of our favorite animated film! Bursting from the screen to the stage, Shrek The Musical brings the swamp-dwelling ogre and his wise-cracking donkey sidekick to the stage for a family-friendly adventure you won’t soon forget!
