Children's Shows

We are excited to share with you our 2025/26 Children's Show Schedule!

We have six shows scheduled between October 2025 and March 2026. Many of these are new-to-us performers and we are excited to bring these shows to the community.

We expect these shows to sell out quickly, so call or email us your reservation as early as possible.

Tickets are not available online, sorry for the inconvenience.

The Opera House is wheelchair accessible. A limited number of strollers allowed in theater for children's shows. Call for elevator dimensions. Oversized strollers and wheelchairs may not fit elevator.

2025- 2026 Season Shows:

Thursday, Oct 2. 2025

Dan Gogh's Magic and Art Show - Dan Laib

Pre-K - 3rd grade

10:00 am & 1:00 pm

$5.00 per seat

Artist-Magician Dan Gogh uses comedy, magic, and art to unlock the mystery of creativity. Dan will be your guide to wacky colors, magical drawings, and art tools that have a mind of their own. Prepare to be amazed, inspired, and laugh all the way as you join us on this one-of-a-kind journey!

Thursday, Oct 23. 2025

Space Explorer Laser Show - Prismatic Magic

K - 5th grade

10:00 am & 1:00 pm

$5.00 per seat

Blast off with this vivid laser show exploring how lasers drive space exploration. Students discover laser communication and tools in space through captivating animations and lively laser music. With vivid visuals like those in planetariums, this energetic show explains our solar system and the role lasers play in expanding our cosmic knowledge—an unforgettable journey into the wonders of space!

Downloadable Classroom Resources for Teachers

Thursday, Nov 20. 2025 - Show Being Rescheduled with Bright Star Theatre for Spring 2026

Stone Soup & Other Heartwarming Tales - Bright Star Theater

K - 4th grade

10:00 am & 1:00 pm

$5.00 per seat

The holiday season is about more than simply celebrating traditions and culture with friends and family. It is also about the spirit of giving and learning to share with others no matter our circumstances. Three classic short stories – “Stone Soup,” “The Gift of the Magi,” and “The Drum” – help young audiences learn about what it means to give a gift with an open heart.

Friday, Jan 16. 2026

Dinosaur Dimensions Expedition Show

Pre-K - 4th grade

10:00 am & 1:00 pm

$7.00 per seat

Step into a vibrant jungle laboratory with Professor Curt Courteous and his research team as they

transport dinosaurs from the past right onto the stage! Featuring seven different realistic-looking

dinosaurs, this is an on-stage Jurassic encounter that will thrill audiences of all ages. With fast-paced antics, science experiments, clean humor, and child participation see why Dinosaur Dimensions is a crowd favorite for entertainment, education, and straight-up Dino-fun! A special after-show meet and greet offers all our brave explorers the chance to get a picture with a new dinosaur friend.

Tuesday, Feb 3. 2026 (show added)

Thursday, Feb 5. 2026

Reptile Rodeo - The Reptile Den

K - 6th grade

Tuesday -10:00 am & 1:00 pm

Tuesday-10:00 am (sold out) & 1:00 pm (limited seats remain)

$5.00 per show

An engaging 60-minute, action-packed presentation featuring 12+ incredible Reptiles & Bugs from around the world! This program blends education with hands-on excitement. Aligned with Illinois Learning Standards, this show sparks curiosity, encourages environmental awareness, and leaves a lasting impression on students of all ages. (Limited seating for this show)

Thursday, March 12. 2026

Storm Science’s Weather Program

K - 6th grade

10:00 am & 1:00 pm

$7.00 per show

Storm Science’s programs offer a perfect blend of education and entertainment. With highly

engaging content and interactive demonstrations, students not only learn about severe weather but also have fun while doing it. Their programs are crafted to make a lasting impact, empowering students with the knowledge and tools they need to stay safe during severe weather events. The 60-minute severe weather program includes: stories from our veteran storm chasers, photos/videos from the field, a thunderstorm simulation, and a Q&A Session.

Our Sponsors

This program is partially supported by a grant from the IAC.