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The National Theatre is excited to introduce children to the arts! Join them throughout the year for its free performing arts series, Saturday Morning Live!
Admission is free with registration (tickets are released on Eventbrite approximately one month before each show). Walk-ups are also welcome if space is available.
June 13 & 27, 2026
Taiko Adventure!
Mark H. Rooney brings the power of taiko drumming to life in this high-energy, highly interactive program rooted in Japanese tradition. Traditional and contemporary songs, dynamic rhythms, and big drums highlight movement and audience connection.
May 9 & 23, 2026
123 Andres
GRAMMY winners Andres and Christina bring lively, bilingual concerts in Spanish and English that get kids singing, dancing, and learning. Known as “rock stars for little language learners,” they share music loved on stages worldwide and beyond.
Apr 25, 2026
Good Morning, Good Night
Imagination Stage presents a gentle, multi-sensory story for little ones as Winnie and August guide the day of waking birds and baking clouds, and the night of lighting stars and chasing away bad dreams.
Mar 14 & 28, 2026
Writing Stories! Wowser Bowser!
Written by Duncan Hood, Matthew Johnson, and Gale Nemec, this installment of Adventures in Time! The Time Travel Series is an interactive musical journey into the past. Kids meet Washington, DC icons Helen Hayes and Benjamin Banneker, learn about their contributions, and discover how to write their own stories.
Feb 14 & 28, 2026
Words, Beats, & Life
Celebrate hip-hop culture with Words, Beats, & Life DC, the longest-running hip-hop arts nonprofit. Through performances and interactive fun, WBL showcases the creativity and impact of this vibrant art form.
Jan 10, 2026
The Remix
Sole Defined brings a rhythmic rollercoaster of dance and music, inviting students to step into both roles. This high-energy performance celebrates creativity in a safe, engaging environment.
Dec 13, 2025
Selections from The Nutcracker
Virginia Ballet Company and School perform an abridged version of the holiday classic as Clara and the Nutcracker Prince face the Mouse King, journey through a snowy forest, and visit the Sugar Plum Fairy’s Kingdom of Sweets.
Nov 8 & 22, 2025
Capoeira with EducArte
Experience the Afro-Brazilian tradition of capoeira — a lively mix of dance, music, acrobatics, and martial arts. Through playful interaction, EducArte’s instructors share dynamic moves, drumming, and call-and-response songs in a fun, inclusive setting.
Oct 11 & 25, 2025
Jennie the Cat: A Halloween Adventure
Created and performed by Ingrid and Mollie, this playful show follows Jennie the cat, who gets a Halloween card calling her scary and wonders who she must be. Setting off to meet new friends, she discovers tricks and treats like skateboarding, shadow puppets, and pumpkin carving — and explores who she might become. Features puppets, audience fun, and original music.
Disclaimer: Event details are curated from public sources and subject to change. Verify all information via the provided links before attending.
Updated August 14, 2026
