performing arts for kids in St. Louis

Dive into the magical world of Dr. Seuss live on stage, performed by the summer theater camp students at Dayspring School of the Arts.

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Once on This Island Jr.

Through almost non-stop song and dance, this full-hearted musical tells the story of Ti Moune, a peasant girl who rescues and falls in love with Daniel, a wealthy boy from the other side of her island.

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Aladdin Jr. from STAGES Performing Arts Academy

Enjoy a magic carpet ride of fun when STAGES Performing Arts Academy presents Aladdin Jr. This production is perfect for all ages.

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Seedfolks at COCA

Seedfolks, a "spoken musical," chronicles a diverse, immigrant community working together through struggles and triumphs. After a young Vietnamese girl plants beans in a vacant lot to connect with the memory of her father, she unintentionally creates a community garden that begins to bridge divides across her neighborhood.

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Play Date Theater Presents: The Lion King Kids

The African savannah comes to life with Simba and Mala, Pumbaa and Timon, and more unforgettable characters as they journey from Pride Rock to the jungle and back again in this inspiring coming-of-age story. The performance is free.

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COCA Presents: Emily Brown & The Thing

Emily Brown & The Thing is an exciting blend of storytelling, theater, original music and lots of laughs. Follow Emily Brown and her old grey rabbit on some magical adventures in this show that is perfect for audiences age 3 and up.

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Thoroughly Modern Millie Jr.

DaySpring Arts & Education presents Thoroughly Modern Millie Jr., performed by the students of DaySpring Arts. This is a fully realized production complete with lights, costumes, sets, and choreography. Thoroughly Modern Millie Jr. tells the story of a girl who tries to make her fortune in the 1920s and finds love on the way.

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Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym

Kids can work on existing gym skills, learn new skills or just play around during Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym.

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Preschool Science at the Saint Louis Science Center

Engage your young scientist in science-related learning at the Saint Louis Science Center's Preschool Science Series. Through interactive stories and hands-on exploration, children learn about science, as well as language, problem-solving and social skills.

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Dino Chat at the Saint Louis Science Center

Learn all about the world of dinosaurs including what they ate, newly discovered dinosaurs and more.

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Sound Wave Art

In a new twist on creating art, kids ages 9-13 can record their voice and paint a masterpiece using the sound waves they produce.

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Get ready to hear some honks and lots of barks! Trucks & Tails is one of the most popular events of the year at Purina Farms, and it's back on September 8! Tough construction vehicles, big farm equipment and emergency service vehicles are paired with the dogs that work just as hard as them! Take pictures of your kids inside some of the vehicles, meet incredible dogs and find out how these perfect pairings work together. Visitors will also enjoy face painting, the Bubble Bus, rides on a trackless train and trolly, inflatable bouncers, and food trucks! Trucks & Tails will be held on Sunday, September 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. Reservations are not required. Parking is $5. LEARN MORE

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