{"id":3243,"date":"2017-05-18T14:24:23","date_gmt":"2017-05-18T14:24:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.headout.com\/?p=3243"},"modified":"2023-07-19T08:31:13","modified_gmt":"2023-07-19T04:31:13","slug":"best-broadway-shows-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/best-broadway-shows-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Broadway Shows For Kids"},"content":{"rendered":"

Even in the age of big screens and OTT platforms, live theater shows have a special place in people\u2019s hearts. Many discover the joys of theater shows later in life, but it can be just as enjoyable for kids. If you want your little ones to develop an appreciation for live theater, kids\u2019 Broadway shows will do just that.<\/p>\n

Broadway shows for kids are a fun mix of fantasy, adventure, drama, suspense, comedy, and much more. They can be a learning experience for your children, with the added element of fun. Broadway is known for its elaborate sets, stellar actors, powerful performances, dazzling lights, and beautiful storytelling. There is no better way to keep your children engaged while also kindling their imagination.<\/p>\n

To help you pick the right show on Broadway for kids, we bring to you a handy guide with lots of tips and tricks. This will make your experience butter smooth and ensure that your little ones have a magical theater experience, time and again.<\/p>\n

Best Broadway Shows for Kids in New York<\/h2>\n

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\/\/ Months Tab Change Handler jQuery(“.tab-item”).click(function () { jQuery(“.tab-item”).data(“active”, 0).removeClass(“active”); jQuery(this).data(“active”, 1).addClass(“active”); jQuery(this) .closest(“.mobi-text”) .find(“.text”) .text(jQuery(this).text()); showTab(jQuery(this).data(“ids”)); jQuery(jQuery(“input.filter-chckbox:checked”).prop(“checked”, false)); jQuery(“.cat-filter label:first-child”).delay(500).trigger(“click”); }); \/\/ On Window Resize Hide Mobile Months Tab. jQuery(window).resize(function (e) { if (jQuery(window).width() > 630) jQuery(“.mobi-wrap”).attr(“style”, “”); }); \/\/ Mobile Months Tabs Change Handler jQuery(“.mobi-text”).click(function (e) { if ( jQuery(“.mobi-wrap”).is(“:hidden”) || jQuery(this).hasClass(“active”) ) jQuery(this) .closest(“.mobi-text”) .toggleClass(“active”) .find(“.mobi-wrap”) .slideToggle(“slow”); }); \/\/ Category Change Handler jQuery(“[data-filter-cat]”).change(function (e) { jQuery(“[data-cat]”).removeClass(“mobi-active-filter”); 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jQuery(“.show-wrapper”).removeClass(“tabbed”) jQuery(‘[data-infotab]’).removeClass(“active”); jQuery(‘[data-infotab=”broadway musicals”]’).addClass(“active”); if (tabId == 0) { jQuery(“.show-wrapper”).addClass(“prepare tabbed”) } else if (typeof tabId === “string”) showTgids = tabId.split(“,”); else showTgids.push(tabId) for (let i = 0; i < showTgids.length; i++) jQuery(“.show-wrapper[data-tgid=” + parseInt(showTgids[i]) + “]”).addClass(“tabbed prepare”) slideInShows(“prepare”, “active”); } \/\/ Open Tab On Click Handler. jQuery(“.accCtrl”).on(“click”, function(e) { selEle = jQuery(e.target).closest(“.show-wrapper”); jQuery(selEle).find(“.listicle-item-arrow”).toggleClass(“invert”) target = jQuery(selEle).find(“.accBody”) jQuery(target).slideToggle(“slow”); }) \/\/ Listicle Entry Animation let slideInShows = function(animEleClass, animationClass) { jQuery(“.show-wrapper .accBody:visible”).slideToggle(“slow”) jQuery(“.show-wrapper .invert”).removeClass(“invert”) jQuery(“.show-wrapper”).removeClass(animationClass).fadeOut().finish().promise().done(function() { jQuery(“.” + animEleClass).each(function(i) { jQuery(this).addClass(animationClass).removeClass(animEleClass).delay((i + 1) * 100).fadeIn(); }) }); } \/\/ Lower Case All Data Attributes. let lowerCaseAll = function(ele) { jQuery(ele).each(function() { var $this = jQuery(this) , data = $this.data(); for (var k in data) $this.attr(“data-” + k, data[k].toLowerCase().trim()); }); } lowerCaseAll(jQuery(“[data-filter-cat], [data-cat], [data-infotab]”)); });[\/tcb-script]<\/p>\n

Best Broadway Shows for Toddlers<\/h2>\n

Age is just a number when it comes to Broadway. There are many Broadway shows for kids that cater specifically to toddlers, with attractive visual elements and catchy songs. With many shows that have been adapted from Disney classics, your child may even be familiar with some of the stories. Broadway shows are sure to mesmerize your little one with their elaborate costumes and talented performers. Who knows, maybe it will also inspire them to become performers in the future!<\/p>\n

Best Broadway Shows for Tweens<\/h2>\n

Tweens can be anywhere between 9 and 12 years of age. Parents often struggle to find fun experiences for tweens because they are too old for things that excite children yet too young for those activities that are appropriate for teenagers. Broadway is your one-stop solution for all. Broadway musicals especially appeal to this age group because of their catchy tunes and attractive choreography. Tweens can easily understand most narratives so Broadway\u2019s interesting storylines are also right up their alley.<\/p>\n

Best Broadway Shows for Teens<\/h2>\n

Want your teens to give up their smartphones and laptops for a few hours? Broadway is where you need them to be. Don\u2019t let the name misguide you \u2014 Broadway for kids is not only about the little ones. There are plenty of options to choose from when it comes to your teenagers. Some of them have more complex storylines and acting, making them perfect for introducing mature themes that teenagers may identify with. Broadway is a great opportunity to expose your teenagers to a wide range of social, political, and ethical issues.<\/p>\n

Parents\u2019 Guide to Choosing the Right Broadway Shows for Kids<\/h2>\n