When it comes to children’s theater, there’s no place like New York City.
Throughout the years, I’ve taken my kids to countless shows on Broadway, off-Broadway and many somewhere in between. This past weekend, we made our way to Theatre Row where we caught the opening of “The Little Red Fish.”
Produced by the New York Children’s Theater and created by Puppet Kitchen, “The Little Red Fish” is an incredibly charming show that features and celebrates the beauty of puppetry.
Adapted from Taeeun Yoo’s popular Japanese children’s book of the same title, the spellbinding performance showcases a variety of magical puppetry including shadow puppets, string-puppets and carnival-like puppets.
Through masterful puppetry, the story unfolds of a young boy who brings his pet fish on a trip to the library with his grandfather. To his surprise, the fish disappears into the book, leaving him to travel through the whimsical, adventure-filled pages to follow his beloved pet.
From colorful staircases made out of books to pink dancing flamingos, “The Little Red Fish” will keep little ones entranced.
Jam-packed with funny moments, captivating puppetry and tender storytelling—all set to mesmerizing music and compelling sound effects—the 30-minute show is a treat for the entire family.
“The Little Red Fish” runs through April 29th at the Lion’s Theatre at Theatre Row, located 410 W. 42nd Street. Tickets start at $30.
What was the first live theater performance do you remember attending?
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