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Best Family Shows from October 14 - December 14

in Boston

Mannheim Steamroller at Hanover Theatre

Mannheim Steamroller

With the release of Mannheim Steamroller's first holiday album 1984 came the kind of fame that made the act a veritable Christmas-time tradition. With founder and composer Chip Davis at the helm, the all-American music troupe continues to tour extensively, bringing Yuletide cheer to audiences throughout the US with a unique Neo-Classical take on popular carols and songs. It's no wonder that the Mannheim Steamroller is the top-selling Holiday Act of all time!

How The Grinch Stole Christmas at Wang Theater

How The Grinch Stole Christmas

Re-discover the magic of Dr. Seuss' classic holiday tale as it comes to life on stage. Originally conceived by the three-time Tony Award winning Director Jack O'Brien, the whimsical world of Whoville is beautifully brought to life in this delightfully funny musical. Featuring the hit songs 'You're A Mean One Mr. Grinch' and 'Welcome Christmas', this beloved tale comes to life on stage in a magical production for the entire family... well, probably best to leave your own four-legged family members at home!

Dec 10 - 14

Wang Theater

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Disney Junior Live On Tour at Hanover Theatre

Disney Junior Live On Tour

Hey kids, Mickey's back and he's brought all his friends. This fall, Disney Jr. will be making its way around the United States in the Let's Play Live tour, and will be bringing all your little ones' favorite characters to a stage near you. And if that's not enough, for the first time Ariel and SuperKitties Bitsy will be joining Mickey on stage for dances and songs. Perfect for preschoolers and the whole family, make this your first experience of where the magic begins with the House of Mouse!

A Christmas Carol at The Company Theatre

A Christmas Carol

The festive classic to end all classics, no holiday season is complete without taking your seats for a showing of Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol. Presented by The Company Theatre in Norwell, prepare to be swept up in the glorious tale of the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and his transformative supernatural Christmas Eve visitations!

A Christmas Carol at North Shore Music Theatre

A Christmas Carol

Since its premiere in 1989, North Shore Theatre's very own award-winning annual holiday production of A Christmas Carol has spread Yuletide cheer throughout the local community and become a festive tradition in its own right. Prepare for a magical evening of classic storytelling, astonishing special effects and classic old-timey carols including God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen and We Wish You A Merry Christmas.

Frozen at The Music Hall

Frozen

There's an icy treat in store for audiences this season! Bringing the stunning landscapes of Arandelle to the stage, join Anna, Elsa, Olaf, and more for this exciting production of Disney's mammoth hit. With a newly conceived staging that includes glittering new sets and costumes, this is set to be all the fun of the movie and then some!

Nov 30 - Dec 14

The Music Hall

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Cirque Dreams Holidaze at Shubert Theatre

Cirque Dreams Holidaze

Ornaments come to life when Cirque Dream: Holidaze's costumed characters perform astonishing feats that celebrate the holiday season with spectacle, imagination and whimsical dreams. Marvel at gingerbread men flipping through the air, toy soldiers skillfully marching on thin wires, snowmen daringly balancing, icemen sculpting powerfully, penguins spinning, puppets caroling and reindeer soaring high above a landscape of holiday wonderment.

Cirque Dreams Holidaze at SNHU Arena

Cirque Dreams Holidaze

Ornaments come to life when Cirque Dream: Holidaze's costumed characters perform astonishing feats that celebrate the holiday season with spectacle, imagination and whimsical dreams. Marvel at gingerbread men flipping through the air, toy soldiers skillfully marching on thin wires, snowmen daringly balancing, icemen sculpting powerfully, penguins spinning, puppets caroling and reindeer soaring high above a landscape of holiday wonderment.

Holiday Pops at Capitol Center for the Arts

Holiday Pops

There's nothing like some holiday pops to get you in the festive mood! As much a part of the Christmas celebrations as all those Nutcrackers and Christmas Carols, Holiday Pops sees your city's orchestra bringing the holiday cheer for a Christmas extravaganza with a mix of popular standards, film scores, carols and hymns.

Safe Haven Ballet - The Nutcracker at Capitol Center for the Arts

Safe Haven Ballet - The Nutcracker

The Safe Haven Ballet lay on a veritable festive feast the whole family will love as they return this year with their production of The Nutcracker! Brimming with enchanting characters, daring deeds, and an unforgettable journey across the world and into the Land of Sweets and beyond, The Nutcracker is the ultimate way to awaken festive feelings.

Stomp at Lynn Memorial Auditorium

Stomp

Inspiring the music-makers in all of us, international megahit Stomp conjures up intricate rhythms from everyday household items. Marvel as the cast of eight incredibly talented players fill your theater with an orchestra of percussion, with only garbage bin lids, hammers and broom sticks as their instruments.

The Nutcracker at Hanover Theatre

The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker is one of the country's favorite Christmas events, and one of the most performed ballets in the world! This magical story of dancing toys and a Nutcracker prince is paired perfectly with Tchaikovsky's beautiful score. An annual Nutcracker performance by your local ballet company is the perfect way to welcome in Christmas with the whole family!

Nov 29 - Dec 1

Hanover Theatre

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