Upcoming Live Shows for Kids 2010

There are several live shows and performances coming to Austin and surrounding areas that are sure to spark your kiddo’s attention! If you have a toddler in your hands, chances are, he/she has seen at least one of the famous animated children TV shows.
These are some of the live appearances and other shows coming to town starting in August. I am listing all the ones that I know all the way through December, just in case you want to purchase them ahead of time.

August 7^th, 2010 – The Wiggles Circus Live!

It’s The Wiggles “Wiggly Circus Live!” Tour.  Join The Wiggles, The Captain Feathersword, Dorothy the Dinosaur, Henry the Octopus, Wags the Dog and all the Wiggly Dancers as they bring all the excitement of the big top with a wiggly twist right to the Paramount Theatre! For this show, any child that has reached their 1st  birthday requires a ticket. Children under 12 months do not need a ticket if they sit in an adult’s lap.

Time:  Sat., Aug. 7^th – 12:30p and 4:00p
Location:
The Paramount Theatre
713 Congress Av. Austin, TX 78701
Phone: (512) 472-5470
Purchase tickets for the Wiggles

August 18^th-19^th, 2010 – Storytime Live!

Come play along with your favorite preschool pals live on stage as Nickelodeon presents  STORYTIME LIVE! Enjoy an adventure with  “Dora the Explorer,” journey through Purewood Forest with “The Backyardigans,” hop into Wonderland with “Wonder Pets!,” and monkey around with “Ni-Hao, Kai-lan.” Everyone must pay for a ticket.
Times: Aug. 18^th – 7:00p, Aug. 19^th – 10:30a and 7:00p
Location: Michael & Susan Dell Hall at the Long Center Performance
701 W. Riverside Dr. Austin, TX
(512) 474-5664
Purchase tickets for Storytime Live

August 18^th-22^nd , 2010- Ringling Bros Circus!

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents ZING ZANG ZOOM, a thrill-filled, circus spectacular where family fun is no illusion. Magical Zingmaster Alex leads audience through an extraordinary world of fantasy that celebrates the uplifting spirit of the circus. Pre-Show starts one hour prior to showtime. See animals up close, visit with performers, get autographs, try on costumes, and enjoy the circus fun. Ages 2 and older must have a ticket.

Times: Wed., Aug. 18^th – 7:30p
Thu., Aug. 19^th – 7:30p
Fri., Aug. 20^th – 7:30p
Sat., Aug. 21^st – 11:30a, 3:30p, 7:30p
Sun., Aug. 22^nd – 2:00p & 6:00p

Location:
Frank Erwin Center
1701 Red River. Austin, TX
(512) 471-7744
Purchase tickets for Ringling Bros Circus

October 1^st-3^rd, 2010 – A Day Out with Thomas the Train

Day Out With Thomas™ offers an opportunity for children and their grownups to take a 25 minute ride with Thomas the Tank and to have their picture taken with Sir Topham Hatt™, the Controller of the Railway. Every event includes storytelling, a viewing station for Thomas & Friends videos, and Build with MEGA® BLOKS Bricks in the Imagination Station.

Times:  Fri, Oct.1^st thru Sun, Oct.3^rd – Train departs every 50min from 8:30a-5:40p
Cost:  $18, $14 (when you book 20 or more tickets)
Location:
Austin Steam Train at the Burnet Community Center
401 East Jackson Street. Burnet, TX. Call 512-477-8468
Purchase tickets for Day Out with Thomas the Train

November 2 ^th – 7^th , 2010- Shrek The Musical

SHREK THE MUSICAL, based on the DreamWorks film that started it all, brings the hilarious story of everyone’s favorite ogre to life the stage. This show is appropriate for all ages.
Times: TBA
Location:
Bass Concert Hall at the Texas Performing Arts
2350 Robert Dedman Drive.
Austin, TX 78712
To order by phone:  512.471.4454
Purchase tickets for Shrek The Musical (Tickets are not on sale yet)

December 11^th , 2010- Yo Gabba Gabba!

Kids love Yo Gabba Gabba and the funky show’s characters including DJ Lance Rock will bring their music, dancing, and fun!
Times: Sat., Dec. 11^th – 2:00p & 5:00p
Location: Cedar Park Center
2100 Avenue of the Stars.
Cedar Park, TX 78613
512-600-5000
Purchase tickets for Yo Gabba Gabba