Here are some family-friendly performances for July and August that will capture the imagination and put a smile on your child’s face.
Get your tickets now for Marvel Universe Live! coming to the United Center on Sept. 10-13 and the Allstate Arena on Sept. 18-20
June 14 – Sept. 12
Wasdworth: www.tempelfarms.com
During public performances, scheduled for select Sundays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, the “dancing white stallions” will demonstrate the unique attributes of this breed.
July 1 – August 2, 2015
Lincolnshire: 847-634-0200 www.MarriottTheatre.com
Marriott Theater. Pinocchio is the story of a wooden puppet that is magically given the gift of animation by the wish of a wood carver, Geppetto, and the wand of the loving Blue Fairy.
July 3 – August 16, 2015
Chicago: 312-595-5600 www.chicagoshakes.com/plays_and_events/mermaid
Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier. Venture under the sea with Ariel and her aquatic friends! Chicago Shakespeare’s newly adapted 75-minute production of Disney’s The Little Mermaid is based on the full-length Broadway musical.
July 10 – August 1, 2015
Medinah: www.overshadowed.org
Overshadowed Theatrical Productions presents Chitty Chitty Bang Bang for its summer musical production. Everyone’s favorite fanciful car takes flight in this fantastical presentation.
July 17 – August 16, 2015
Chicago: www.chicagoshakes.com/plays_and_events/parks2015/parks2015_where_and_when
Various parks. Chicago Shakespeare Theater is taking their performances of Shakespeare’s greatest hits on the road and playing in parks throughout Chicago this summer.
July 25, 2015
Chicago: www.ACPhysicalTheatre.com
Aura Curiatlas asks “what happens?” What happens to the crayons that don’t get picked? What happens when the only bus seat left is completely broken? What happens to the dream when it loses its dreamer?
July 31, 2015
Algonquin: www.aapld.org/events
Enjoy an irresistible mix of interactive rock ‘n’ roll, country, pop, punk, and sing-a-longs that gets heads bobbing!
Though August 7, 2015
Goldilocks and the Three Bears
Chicago and Palatine: www.chicagokidscompany.com
This musical is JUST RIGHT! This show is based on the classic story of a young girl who ventures into the woods and stumbles on a cute house with 3 bowls of porridge, 3 chairs, and 3 beds. Visit our website for exact dates & times.
August 27 – October 18, 2015
Oakbrook Terrace: www.drurylaneoakbrook.com
Drury Lane. An enchanting, swashbuckling prequel to Peter Pan, Peter And The Starcatcher is an epic romp through the Neverland you never knew.
Through Sept. 7, 2015
Bristol, WI: www.renfair.com/bristol/
Every Faire day recreates a time when knights were noble, mads were merry and turkey legs were titanic. Once you enter the portal gates, you travel back in time to the year 1574, and you’ve walked right into an exciting village festival day.
August 6 – Sept. 20, 2015
Kurios – a Cabinet of Curiosities
Chicago: https://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/shows/kurios/tickets/chicago.aspx
Cirque du Soliel brings its unique brand of entertainment to the United Center.
August 20, 2015
Ravinia’s Kids Concerts: Midwest Young Artists
Highland Park: www.ravinia.org
Ravinia. See this dance company and other family-friendly performances all summer at the Ravinia’s Kids Concerts.
Ongoing
Schaumburg: www.medievaltimes.com/chicago
Have a blast this summer and experience living history at Medieval Times. The breathtaking Andalusian horse show, Knights defending their realm, a princess and a king are only some of the wonders the family can enjoy together.
August 29, 2015
Ravinia’s Kids Concerts: “Opera for the Young presents Beauty and the Beast”
Highland Park: www.ravinia.org
Ravinia. See this dance company and other family-friendly performances all summer at the Ravinia’s Kids Concerts.
Sept. 10-13 at United Center & Sept. 18-20 at Allstate Arena
Chicago/Rosemont: www.marveluniverselive.com
Marvel fans, assemble! Marvel Universe LIVE! is taking the live entertainment experience to a whole new level, with a mind-blowing show unlike anything you’ve seen before.