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Annie
Aug 20, 2026-Sep 13, 2026
Annie is a heartwarming classic that proves optimism can change everything. Follow the spunky orphan Annie as she escapes the orphanage and finds an unexpected home with billionaire Oliver Warbucks. Packed with unforgettable songs, big laughs, and plenty of heart, this beloved musical reminds us that even in the hardest times, “the sun’ll come out tomorrow.”
Travelin’ Tales
Sep 19, 2026
These puppets are packing their bags and setting off! Travelin’ Tales packs in three timeless stories set across the globe. Each tale delivers an important lesson through the lens of different cultures. Featuring amazing puppets and audience participation, the whole family is bound to have a blast!
Haunted Happenings
Sep 18, 2026-Nov 01, 2026
Check out our full slate of Haunted Happenings coming to you this Fall!
The Halloween Magic Show
Oct 31, 2026
Arthur Atsma is full of tricks, and that makes this show a treat! The Halloween Magic Show mixes mind-boggling magic with Halloween fun to brew the perfect show. Grab the whole family and get ready for a spooky good time! For the first time EVER, The Halloween Magic Show is ON Halloween! Come early to trick or treat in our lobby before the show. And don’t forget to wear a costume!
Christmas Canteen 2026
Nov 19, 2026-Dec 23, 2026
Christmas Canteen returns as Aurora Theatre’s beloved holiday tradition, inviting you to celebrate the season with friends and family. Filled with the Christmas classics you know and love, this festive revue sparkles with joyful music, lively dance numbers, and laugh-out-loud comedy. Whether it’s your first visit or a yearly must-see, Christmas Canteen will leave you filled with holiday cheer.
The Holiday Science Show
Dec 05, 2026
How does Santa’s sleigh fly? Why does Rudolph’s nose glow? Could Frosty really come to life? You’ve got questions & Big Thinkers’ Science Exploration has answers with The Holiday Science Show! Your young scientists will explore all things holly & jolly as we ask the big questions about the Big Guy in Red.
The Holiday Magic Extravaganza
Dec 12, 2026
Move over Santa, there’s a new guy in town! The Holiday Magic Extravaganza is Arthur’s biggest show yet! Filled to the brim with mind-boggling magic, cozy holiday memories, and all things holly & jolly; Arthur has packed his sleigh with something for everyone!
The Holiday Juggling Show
Dec 19, 2026
Ornaments, nutcrackers, and fruitcakes, Ron Anglin can juggle them all! Join us for our holiday fan-favorite, Holiday Juggling Show. Watch as Ron juggles holiday momentos from global cultures past & present in a way you’ve never seen before.
Misery
Jan 28, 2027-Feb 21, 2027
Based on Stephen King’s Misery, this psychological thriller follows novelist Paul Sheldon, who survives a car crash only to find himself held captive by his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes. Trapped in her isolated home, Paul is forced to write a new manuscript, writing as if his life depends on it…because it does.
Lunar New Year Celebration
Feb 06, 2027
After TWO back-to-back sold out years, Atlanta Chinese Dance Company returns to ring in the Year of the Goat with Lunar New Year Celebration! Join them as they guide you through the holiday. Get ready to experience traditional Chinese music & dance, and even participate in the show! Whether it’s a part of your daily life, or you’re brand new to it, embracing and learning about a culture connects us all!
Jackie Robinson: A Game Apart
Feb 16, 2027
JACKIE ROBINSON: A GAME APART is a powerful lesson of courage through dedication, perseverance, and leadership. Award -winning playwright and performer Mike Wiley gives students a glimpse of life during a bygone era of separate and unequal locker rooms, and the real person behind the legend.
African-American Folktales
Feb 20, 2027
The only thing better than one storyteller, is two! Join Mama Koku and Chetter Galloway for African-American Folktales! Experience the rich folklore of African-American culture this Black History Month. From the tricks of Anansi & Brer Rabbit, to the sounds & rhythms of the talking drum, this show is the perfect way to see the African storytelling tradition in action. Experience culture in a way that not only educates, but entertains too!
Spring Break Magic Show
Apr 07, 2027
It’s Spring Break and Arthur Atsma is making school disappear! Spring Break Magic Show is guaranteed to captivate audiences of all ages with impossible tricks and audience interaction.
Science in Space LIVE!
Apr 17, 2027
These experiments are out of this world! Big Thinkers’ Science Exploration is looking up to the stars with Science in Space LIVE! Your young scientists will learn about all things Astronomy; from constellations to planets, and gravity to galaxies, there’s no telling where these experiments will take us!
Dungeons & Puppets
May 08, 2027
Gear up for Baby’s First Dungeon Crawl! Felt Nerdy Puppets is ready to take your family on an epic journey in Dungeons & Puppets. This choose-your-own-adventure show puts your little warrior in control as they encounter dragons, beasts and wizards of all alignments. Everything can change with a roll of the dice. Huzzah!
Orchestra 101
Jun 09, 2027
Did you know that Mozart wrote his first masterpiece at 5-years old? It’s never too early to introduce your kiddos to the magical world of music. Orchestra 101 with the Lawrenceville Symphony Orchestra is BACK to do just that! Enjoy beautiful music, and learn all about each instrument in the group along the way. A lifetime love of music starts here at Aurora Children’s Playhouse!
Dinosaurs: A Million Years of Stories
Jun 23, 2027
Get ready to travel back to the Jurassic with Jerry G. White in Dinosaurs: A Million Years of Stories! Audiences will get to meet their favorite dinosaurs, all while learning their unique songs and dances. This rhythmic ride through pre-history is perfect for your little paleontologists!
8-Legged Scales LIVE!
Jul 07, 2027
Get ready to explore all things that creep, crawl, and slither with 8 Legged Scales LIVE! Germaine Cato is bringing his wildlife expertise to your family, as you get up close and personal with exotic creatures from all over the globe.
Summer Break Magic Show
Jul 14, 2027
Arthur Atsma is too cool for school! Summer Break Magic Show is guaranteed to help your family beat the heat with impossible tricks and audience interaction that will blow you away.