5 Children’s plays to get ahead of the winter holidays with joy and applause

An interactive, wild, and explosive musical show with live music, lovable characters, humor, and fantasy for everyone who believes in the magic of rock. How is this exotic band made up? Draco is a romantic vampire who lives on almond milk and rock & roll; Mao Ling, a ghostly power metal empress; Kitsune Luna, a mythical wolf who blends pop, poetry, and mystery; FPZ, the eternal funk monster; Regina Mamba, a tribal rhythm witch; and Nahuelito, the most beloved mascot, who comes from the bottom of the lake.

With an eye-catching visual production, original songs spanning genres like rock, pop, rap, funk, trap, and folklore, and a story that invites you to unleash the monster inside everyone, this show is not just a concert: it’s a theatrical party to laugh, sing, and dance.

Fun fact: The creative team behind this show also produced hits like “Puss in Boots,” “Alive and Kicking,” and “Stories and Songs by María Elena Walsh.”

Where: Teatro Devoto. Tickets, here.

Undoubtedly, the mega production of the season for kids and adults alike. Ariel, the little mermaid, is the youngest daughter of King Triton, who fascinated by the human world, makes a pact with a manipulative witch to surface and win over her great love. A luxury Broadway-style production with a star-studded cast led by Aldana Fuentes—the big revelation—joined by Evelyn Boto, Osvaldo Laport, and José María Listorti among many talented artists.

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Fun fact: The presale of this musical broke all records with over 35,000 tickets sold before opening night, so we recommend hurrying to secure your seats.

Where: Teatro Gran Rex. Tickets, here.

A journey to ancient Greece with Anita, a substitute teacher who spends the whole night preparing a class about mammals. However, upon arriving in the classroom, she finds out the lesson is actually about Greek mythology. In this one-woman show, Elena Zago plays the confused teacher who must embody the characters of the Odyssey myth, taking the kids on a magical journey alongside Ulysses and his companions.

Fun fact: The play represented Argentina at the 22nd Assitej Festival "Voices of the World" in Havana, Cuba, and Elena Zago won the Female Performer award at the 20th Atina Awards 2024.

Where: Ítaca, Complejo Teatral. Tickets, here.

A fantastic opportunity for the little ones to discover this classic by the great Hugo Midón, celebrating the 80th anniversary of his birth with more relevance than ever, still conveying a message of hope and overcoming challenges.

With two casts made up of young actors between 6 and 16 years old, Twisted Rights speaks about the importance of caring for childhood and protecting children’s rights. Fun, learning, and emotion guaranteed!

Fun fact: The kids in the cast were selected through a casting with more than 500 applicants.

Where: Teatro Metropolitan. Tickets, here.

Twenty years after its creation, the company Amichis celebrates its history with a show that reimagines the myth of Pandora’s box inside a magical circus tent, where an eccentric circus family stumbles upon a mysterious chest that unleashes a chaotic whirlwind of hidden secrets. A show that invites both adults and children to explore curiosity, fears, and the power of the unexpected.

Fun fact: With a rotating set, the audience can see what’s happening on stage but also sneak a peek behind the scenes.

Where: Nün Teatro Bar. Tickets, here.