This beloved seven-time Tony-Award winning musical features a dazzling mix of rock, gospel and soul music, including Brand New Day and Home, to create a refreshing update to a timeless classic. The Black Rep's Ron Himes joins COCA to direct Dorothy and her crew as they adventure through the Land of Oz in an upbeat, family-friendly retelling of L. Frank Baum's The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.
For ages 5 and up.
Shows on Friday, Oct. 20 at 7 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 21 at 1 and 5 p.m., and Sunday, Oct. 22 at 1 and 5 p.m.
Tickets and more information: cocastl.org
Beautiful Forest Park is the setting for the annual free concert performed by the St. Louis Symphony, complete with fireworks to end the show.
Get ready for tons of free, soapy fun! Come to the library to play with tons of bubbles with the Bubble Bus.
The Preschool Science Series is an open exploration learning lab for young scientists - ages 18 months to 5 years - and their families. Activities are designed around research that shows children learn best through play, inquiry and shared experiences with their parents and caregivers.
Discovery Club is an exploration of all kinds of science! Kids ages 7-11 will navigate through the sciences with projects, experiments and activities at this free program. Themes include robots, roller coasters, potato batteries and more.
Explore Ballwin's parks with your toddler or preschooler with the Little Explorers program, held twice a month. Each Little Explorers outdoor class includes a craft, snack, and lots of activities to get you and your toddler moving and exploring!