8 Kid-Friendly Theatre and Stage Performances Coming to Edmonton this Spring
There’s something special about a child’s first experience with live theatre—the lights dim, the curtain rises, and suddenly stories come to life right in front of them. This spring in Edmonton, a lineup of family-friendly performances is making it easier than ever to introduce young audiences to the magic of the stage. Whether your child loves music, storytelling, or imaginative adventures, these upcoming shows offer a welcoming and exciting way to spark their curiosity and create lasting memories together.
8 Kid-Friendly Theatre and Stage Performances Coming to Edmonton this Spring - 2026
Matilda | April 21-25, 2025
FrozenTheMusical | May 5-8, 2026
Experience a magical production brought to life by the talented high school students of SCA Performing Arts. Featuring beloved songs, dazzling performances, and heartfelt storytelling, this full-scale production is perfect for audiences of all ages.
FindingNemoJr | May 7-9, 2026
Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. is a 60-minute musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo. Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. When Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush, and the supportive Tank Gang, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves.
TheSpongeBobMusical | May 7–9, 2026
The SpongeBob Musical follows the citizens of Bikini Bottom facing annihilation when Mt. Humongous threatens to erupt. As panic sets in, SpongeBob, alongside Patrick and Sandy, attempts to save their home, proving that optimism can triumph over despair. It is a celebration of community, featuring original songs from diverse artists. Completely family friendly, The SpongeBob Musical is fun for kids of all ages!
BringitOn: TheMusical | May 11–14, 2026
Salisbury Composite High proudly presents Bring It On: The Musical, with music by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Tom Kitt, and Amanda Green, and a book by Jeff Whitty. Follow the fierce world of high school cheerleading, where ambition, friendship, and rivalries collide. With jaw-dropping stunts, infectious songs, and unstoppable energy, it’s a show about chasing dreams, overcoming obstacles, and cheering louder than ever!
LegallyBlonde: TheMusical | May 18–21, 2026
A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances - this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal!
PetiteOndine | May 30, 2026
At the bottom of the ocean, Petite Ondine, daughter of the King of the Sea, feels like a stranger among her own kind. She dreams of another life, on land. But can a mermaid find her place among humans? Interwoven with songs of Nina Simone, Petite Ondine is a new object theatre production by the Kleine Cie in collaboration with Théâtre La Seizième, inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Mermaid. In cabaret form, the use of video reveals to the audience the work on miniature objects and materials that is created directly on stage, underlining the poetry and the fragility of this world underwater.
IntotheWoods | June 10-12, 2026
Step into a magical world where fairy tales collide. Into the Woods weaves together the stories of Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack, and a Baker and his Wife on a quest to break a mysterious curse. As wishes come true, the characters discover that happily ever after isn’t always what it seems.
Find kid-friendly performances, events and activities on the Edmonton.family Event Calendar.
