Get Ready for a Season of Adventure, Laughter, and Magic at Children’s Theatre Company!
Families, get ready to mark your calendars because Children’s Theatre Company is bringing a season packed with excitement, adventure, and heartwarming fun for kids and parents alike! The 2026-2027 season, curated by CTC Artistic Director Rick Dildine, is filled with dazzling stories that will spark imagination, encourage teamwork, and inspire young hearts.
Get ready for a magical year of theater! Children’s Theatre Company has just announced its 2026–2027 season—and it’s packed with can’t-miss shows for families of all ages.
An Unforgettable Lineup of Family Fun!
Here’s a family-friendly guide to every show in the 2026–2027 season at Children’s Theatre Company—with short summaries to help you pick the perfect fit for your kids:
🎭 Mainstage Season
✨ Pinocchio (Ages 5–10)
A creative, music-filled retelling of Pinocchio brought to life using paint, props, and imagination. Follow his journey to becoming a “real boy” while learning about honesty, empathy, and responsibility.
❄️ Twelve Kinds of Ice (Ages 10+)
A brand-new musical that blends winter magic with heartfelt storytelling. Through memories of skating, family, and growing up, this show explores emotions like grief, love, and connection in a way older kids will really feel.
🎄 Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (Ages 5+)
A holiday favorite based on How the Grinch Stole Christmas!! Watch the Grinch try to steal Christmas—only to discover its true meaning in this funny, festive, can’t-miss tradition.
🔤 Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: The Musical (Ages 4–7)
The beloved alphabet book comes alive with music, dancing letters, and tons of audience interaction. It’s colorful, silly, and perfect for preschool and early elementary kids.
🥛 Princess Kay of the Milky Way (Ages 7+)
A world premiere musical inspired by Minnesota’s State Fair! Expect farm fun, family laughs, and a quirky story full of big dreams, butter sculptures, and even a little outer space adventure.
🎸 School of Rock The Musical (Ages 10+)
Based on the hit movie, this high-energy show follows a wannabe rock star who turns a class of kids into a band. It’s loud, funny, and full of confidence-building moments about being yourself.
Discovery Series (Shorter, Interactive Shows)
💃 Havana Hop (Ages 2–6)
A lively, interactive show that blends hip-hop and salsa as a young girl discovers her cultural roots. Expect music, dancing, and lots of chances for little ones to join in.
🎩 Mr. Messado’s School of Magic (Ages 5–12)
A fun, interactive magic show where kids might even get called on stage! Full of tricks, laughs, and a message about believing in yourself.
🎶 Joseph Kekuku and the Voice of the Steel Guitar (Ages 7+)
A fascinating true story about the invention of the steel guitar. With live music and storytelling, kids will learn how one young inventor changed music forever.
❤️ Why Families Will Love This Season
From toddler-friendly interactive shows to deeper, meaningful stories for tweens and teens, there’s truly something for everyone. Whether your kids love music, magic, humor, or heartwarming moments, this lineup makes it easy to plan a fun (and memorable!) family theater outing all year long.
New this year is the Discovery Series—a lineup of shorter, interactive performances that introduce kids to different cultures, music, and storytelling styles. Highlights include a dance-filled trip to Cuba in Havana Hop, a laugh-out-loud interactive magic show, and a fascinating true story about the invention of the steel guitar.
Whether your kids love music, magic, silly stories, or meaningful moments, this season offers something for every age and stage. Even better? Many shows are designed with specific age ranges in mind—making it easy for families to choose the perfect fit.
🎭 Parent tip: Popular shows (especially the holiday production!) tend to sell out quickly, so planning ahead or grabbing a season subscription is a great way to secure your seats.
This upcoming season is shaping up to be one of CTC’s most exciting yet—full of joy, creativity, and unforgettable family memories.
Join the Fun!
CTC is ready to welcome families for a season of unforgettable stories, stunning performances, and magical moments. Full season subscriptions are available now, so don’t miss out on the chance to experience all the fun with your little (and big) theatre lovers!
Get your tickets at childrenstheatre.org or call the ticket office at 612.874.0400. Let the adventure begin!
