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The Emperor's New Clothes & More Magical Stories by Hans Christian Andersen
Sat Nov 24, 2018 - Sat Dec 22, 2018
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Repeating every week — Saturdays through December 22, 2018
Except January 13, 2018.
Except January 13, 2018.
Various times
Age: 5-8
Price: $29.25 General Seating | $49.25 Premium Seating
New York City Children's Theater invites families to discover why some fairy tales never get old, inspired by four of Hans Christian Andersen’s most famous stories.
A normal day at the park becomes so much more when a young girl gets swept away into four of Hans Christian Andersen’s famous fairy tales: The Princess and the Pea, The Emperor’s New Clothes, The Nightingale and The Ugly Duckling.
You Should Know
- Arrive early for pre-show activities.
- Stroller parking is available in the lobby.
- The theatre is located on the lower level of the Theatre Row complex. There is an elevator available.
- Tickets are required for guests of all ages. For children ages 2 and under, lap seats may be purchased for $1 (cash only) at the box office the day of the show.
- Booster seats are available at the theatre on a first come, first served basis.
- Stick around after the show to take pictures with members of the cast!
** Activity dates/times are subject to change. Please click through to the activity website to verify.