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New York City Children's Theater will celebrate its 30th anniversary by honoring Broadway's Stephanie Klemons and the educational Common Sense Fund. The event, set to recognize significant contributions to children's theater and education, underscores the theater's commitment to impactful storytelling and educational outreach. This milestone event highlights the theater's ongoing dedication to nurturing young audiences with enriching theatrical experiences.

New York City Children’s Theater (NYCCT) will conclude its 29th season with the world premiere of THE HULA-HOOPIN’ QUEEN, a new musical running February 28 through March 15 at Theatre Row. Check out photos and video of the production.

New York City Children’s Theater will conclude its 29th season with  the new musical THE HULA HOOPIN’ QUEEN, directed by Broadway’s Jasmin Richardson. Learn more here!

New York City Children’s Theater is continuing its 29th season with  MY FIRST NUTCRACKER, a holiday classic reimagined for ages 3 to 8 to provide family entertainment in a  50-minute holiday show. See photos!

New York City Children’s Theater will continue its 29th season with  MY FIRST NUTCRACKER, a holiday classic reimagined for ages 3 to 8 to provide family entertainment in a  50-minute holiday show.

New York City Children’s Theater has revealed its 29th season with a five-borough tour “Theater for the Very Young” production, FOREST OF FEELINGS, and more. See the full season here!

Douglas Aibel will step down as Artistic Director of Vineyard Theatre, a position he has held since 1985, and in partnership with Sarah Stern since 2011. Learn more!

New York City Children's Theater has announced its 2025 Spring Benefit at the iconic four-story Museum of Broadway—a unique venue showcasing the history and future of Broadway. 

New York City Children’s Theater will launch its highly anticipated 28th season soon. Learn more about the season lineup here!

Vineyard's Annual Gala, honoring Tony Award-winning actor Jesse Tyler Ferguson, was held Monday, February 26, 2024 at the Edison Ballroom. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the big night here!

Join Broadway stars and industry professionals at the 'Light the Lights: Broadway Celebrates New York City Children's Theater' Gala on May 6th, 2024. Vanessa Williams will receive the Luminary Award, and Russ Kaplan and Sara Wordsworth will receive the Family of Artists Award. The event raises funds for NYCCT's mission to promote children's literacy and social development through theater. Tickets are on sale now.

New York City Children’s Theater will present the world premiere of PINOCCHIO, a dance/theater production at Theatre Row. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

New York City Children’s Theater presents My First Nutcracker, an interactive adaptation of the holiday classic. Join Clara-Marie on her brave and imaginative journey. Suitable for ages 3-8. Visit nycchildrenstheater.org for more info.

New York City Children's Theater's (NYCCT) season will include two world premiere productions and the return of their hit holiday dance/theater production! Learn more about the season lineup here!

On March 18th, 2023, New York City Children's Theater will premiere their new show Fish in a Tree directed by Sammy Lopez and Melissa Jessel.

The Board of Directors of New York City Children's Theater has announced the appointment of Cathy Hung as their new Executive Director.

On December 3, 2022, New York City Children's Theater hit holiday production, My First Nutcracker will return live to Theatre Row for the first time since 2019.

Special Offer: Celebrate the Holidays with New York City Children's Theater's hit show My First Nutcracker!

New York City Children's Theater's 26th season will include premiere performances of The Adventures of Honey and Leon: The Musical, My First Nutcracker, and Fish in A Tree!

This December, NYCCT will stream a filmed production of their hit holiday show, My First Nutcracker. Recorded live at Theatre Row, My First Nutcracker tells the story of Clara and the Prince as they travel to a magical kingdom filled with delicious treats, dancing flowers, and a pesky mouse king.