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Best Family Shows from October 3 - December 3

in Chicago

A Christmas Carol at Albert Goodman Theater

A Christmas Carol

Once again the Goodman Theatre magics up your annual holiday cheer in the form of this beloved holiday tradition. Between the spooky arrival of the ghosts, the jubilant musical numbers and of course the ubiquitous "Bah Humbugs," you will experience Scrooge's joyful late-life discovery of love and the true riches of family.

A Christmas Carol at Belushi Performance Hall

A Christmas Carol

Penny-pinching and bad-tempered old miser Ebenezer Scrooge goes on the adventure of his life, from his past to his present and beyond and learns that the value of gold will never equal that of genuine love for his fellow men. The classic holiday tale returns with its beloved characters and message of compassion, love and kindness and of course, Christmas spirit!

A Christmas Carol at Metropolis Performing Arts Center

A Christmas Carol

Enter the Victorian London of Charles Dicken's incredible imagination as Metropolis Performing Arts Center revives their beloved production of A Christmas Carol this year! A festive feast like no other, join the miserly business owner Ebenezer Scrooge as he learns to appreciate his fellow men, thanks to a trio of spooky visitors!

Disney's The Little Mermaid at Drury Lane Theatre Oakbrook Terrace

Disney's The Little Mermaid

Join Ariel and friends under the sea in this musical version of one of Disney's most beloved movies from your local theatre company! Based on the fairytale by Hans Christian Anderson, The Little Mermaid is the story of Ariel, the princess of the underwater mermaid kingdom, who dreams of a life above the waves. Featuring all the classic Howard Ashman and Glen Slater songs from the movie ('Kiss the Girl,' 'Under the Sea'), The Little Mermaid is a surefire family hit!

The Pout-Pout Fish at North Shore Center

The Pout-Pout Fish

Children's author Deborah Dieson's New York Times bestseller The Pout-Pout Fish splashes from the page and onto the stage during this very special, family friendly production. Recommended for grades Pre-K to three years old, the 60 minute musical brings the popular underwater adventure to life through a mixture of dazzling puppetry, movement and all original music.

The Nutcracker at The Center For The Performing Arts - GSU

The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker is one of the country's favorite Christmas events, and one of the most performed ballets in the world! This magical story of dancing toys and a Nutcracker prince is paired perfectly with Tchaikovsky's beautiful score. An annual Nutcracker performance by your local ballet company is the perfect way to welcome in Christmas with the whole family!

Shrek - The Musical at Genesee Theater

Shrek - The Musical

Join Shrek, Fiona and Donkey in this magical musical theatre version of the Oscar-winning Dreamworks animation. Following the same story beats as the movie, this Tony-winning show features original songs from Jeanine Tesori (Fun Home), and a book by Pulitzer winner David Lindsay-Abaire (Rabbit Hole).

State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine - Sleeping Beauty at Genesee Theater

State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine - Sleeping Beauty

Declared his best work by Tchaikovsky himself, Sleeping Beauty is one of the repertoire's most brilliant and beguiling works, and what better way to experience the shimmering fairytale than in this production from the esteemed State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine? Choreographed after Marcus Petipa, join the internationally acclaimed company as they invite you into the enchanted world of a princess cursed to sleep for 100 years, and the prince who must battle through evil to save her.

Blue Man Group at Briar Street Theater

Blue Man Group

Unlike anything you've ever seen before, the Blue Man Group's show is a dazzling audio-visual delight, throwing dance, performance art, music and comedy into a big melting pot and giving it a mighty stir. Filled with audience interaction, this is a fluorescent-painted extravaganza you're never going to forget.

Universoul Circus at Washington Park

Universoul Circus

The awe-inspiring UniverSoul Circus is heading on tour bringing the most electrifying and interactive single ring extravaganza under the big top. There's no doubt about it; the 243 year history of the modern circus has finally been reborn in the form of UniverSoul Circus, nationally recognized for its unique brand of high energy audience interaction and thrilling circus artistry.

Disney Junior Live On Tour at Rosemont Theater

Disney Junior Live On Tour

Hey kids, Mickey's back and he's brought all his friends. This fall, Disney Jr. will be making its way around the United States in the Let's Play Live tour, and will be bringing all your little ones' favorite characters to a stage near you. And if that's not enough, for the first time Ariel and SuperKitties Bitsy will be joining Mickey on stage for dances and songs. Perfect for preschoolers and the whole family, make this your first experience of where the magic begins with the House of Mouse!

Sesame Street Live - Say Hello at Rosemont Theater

Sesame Street Live - Say Hello

Sesame Street is back on the road with this brand-new live show! Join favorites Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby, Elmo and more for an exciting all-singing, all-dancing spectacular, plus some great surprises as this exciting production takes to a stage near you! One of the most beloved children's shows in the world, Sesame Street has been running since 1969, presenting educational content in an entertaining and memorable way.

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