Top Shows In New York City to Take Your Younger Kids

Hello parents. As a father of 3, living in New York City, I have been taking my kids to a lot of Broadway and off-broadway shows.

Some where amazing shows that the kids couldn't stop talking about for weeks later, and some were a... flop.

Here is my list of the best Broadway/Off-Broadway shows for kids that I believe are the best ones at the moment. Please note that it's not about what we hear from everyone (or from me). It's all about what you believe your kids will like the most. Show them the options and discuss these options with them. They will be more engaged and excited.

1. Aladdin

The beloved Disney story is brought to thrilling theatrical life. 2 hours and 30 minutes, including one intermission. Recommended for ages 6 and up.

My kids didn’t want it to end. Period.

https://www.broadway.com/shows/the-lion-king/

2. The Lion King

Pride Rock comes to life in Disney’s long-running hit. 2 hours and 30 minutes, including one intermission. Recommended for ages 6 and up.

The kids ask me after we left when is the next time we come and see the show..

https://www.broadway.com/shows/the-lion-king/

3. Wicked

Meet the witches of Oz before Dorothy dropped in. 2 hours and 45 minutes, including one intermission. Recommended for ages 8 and up.

The kids loved the story and the performance.

https://www.broadway.com/shows/wicked/

4. Blue Man Group

Join three enigmatic bald and blue men for a multi-sensory experience. 1 hour and 30 minutes (no intermission). Recommended for ages 3 and up.

My kids couldn’t stop laughing the whole show… it was magical.

https://www.broadway.com/shows/blue-man-group/

5. Gazillion Bubble Show

Step into an interactive bubble world and be dazzled by jaw-dropping masterpieces of bubble artistry. 65 minutes (no intermission). Recommended for ages 2 and up.

After the show my kids were such in a good mood, they couldn’t stop talking about it…

https://www.broadway.com/shows/gazillion-bubble-show/