As restrictions begin to ease, we are finally able to watch productions in person again…hurrah! So here's what's in store for kids' theatre shows in Singapore…
Looking for kids theatre shows in Singapore? Here at HoneyKids HQ, we’re crazy about musicals, plays, and performances for the whole family to enjoy. Not only do big productions, gorgeous costumes, and lively tunes enthral the kids (and offer up insta worthy pics of the day out!), theatre experiences create everlasting memories for the whole fam. They’re also an excellent opportunity to inspire your little aspiring thespian to get into the performing arts. Plus, it’s perfect when the weather’s bogging you down. Here’s a rundown of what to expect this year..
Kids’ theatre, productions, and shows in Singapore 2022
1. Go around the world in 80 days in this immersive children’s book workshop
Take the kids on an educational adventure at Andsoforth Junior’s Around the World in 80 Days Book Workshop! Learn about one of the most famous books ever written by the father of science fiction, Jules Verne. Expect to visit replicas and reimagined places like an old theatre from London, a ship travelling from Egypt to Bombay, a jungle in Kolkata, a train from Hong Kong and Japan’s oldest and largest coal mine!
When: Various showtimes in June and July
Where: Address provided in ticket confirmation. Book now
2. Candlelight: Concert series
Enjoy the various songs that you know from the movies being performed live at this concert! Imagine: candlelights all over the venue, a solo pianist, and you humming along to the tunes featured in classics such as Aladdin, Frozen, Harry Potter, and many more. You’ll feel like you’ve been transported to a whole new world by the end of this show.
When: Various showtimes in June and July
Where: Candlelight: Concert series, Victoria Theatre and Concert Hall, 9 Empress Place, Singapore 179556
3. Take the kids on a Time Heist adventure around Singapore
This super fun ‘Amazing Race’ style adventure will have the whole family solving tricky puzzles to stop the Time Bandits, who have travelled from the future to Singapore to steal our most valuable national monuments. If they succeed, our culture and heritage will be forever erased from history, and only you can stop them! The best part is, you can do this in your own time between 10am and 5pm, and the starting location is secret. All you need is a smartphone, and you’re on your way to hours of family fun – and there are great prizes to be won! Pssst.. make sure you check out the package deals for discounts.
Time Heist, until 3 July, book now
4. Jun and the Octopus: kids theatre show
Based on the book of the same name, this theatrical adaptation uses puppetry to tell the story of fun-loving Jun, who started having nightmares of being trapped in an octopus’ tentacles deep in the ocean. Will Jun be able to pry himself loose and get out of his dreams? Psst – this production carries mature themes and may cause discomfort to some; the performance will be followed by a post-show facilitation session with the Singapore Children’s Society. Recommended for ages 11 to 14.
When: 13-15 July 2022
Where: Jun and the Octopus, Esplanade Theatre Studio, 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981
5. John Williams 90th Birthday Concert – Orchestra performance with conductor Jessica Gethin, featuring the music of Star Wars, Harry Potter and more
If your child is learning a musical instrument, this is the concert to inspire them to give it their all! Experience the most iconic soundtracks from blockbuster movies you know and love featuring scores by the legendary composer John Williams, in a once-in-a-lifetime orchestral concert celebrating his 90th Birthday.
Presenting this musical feast of film music at its best, the charismatic Jessica Gethin will conduct the Base Philharmonic Orchestra in some of the most memorable scores and favourite cinematic hits by the master of movie music, entertaining you with an epic selection of John Williams’ signature themes from Star Wars, Superman, Jaws, Harry Potter, Indiana Jones and more.
When: 15 – 16 July 2022
Where: Sands Theatre, 10 Bayfront Avenue Downtown Core. Book now
6. Gretel and Hansel (A theatre show in Mandarin)
Looking for kids theatre shows in Singapore that are spoken in Mandarin? Here’s a fable reimagined that has some great life lessons for little ones. Gretel’s life is turned upside down when her new brother Hansel arrives. He gets all the attention, the cuddles and the kisses and poor Gretel is told to ‘grow up’ and remember that she’s ‘a big girl now’! But Gretel doesn’t want to be big! And she doesn’t want the annoying little brother who’s too small to play.
When Mother and Father take the children to the forest, Gretel has a chance to get rid of the little brother once and for all. But the forest is full of danger and Gretel will have to learn to get along with Hansel if they are both going to survive the adventure.
When: From Wednesday 27 July 2022
Where: Gretel and Hansel, KC Arts Centre
7. PLAYtime! Together
Two siblings, Gor Gor and Mei Mei, are bored being stuck at home. And even though their mother is at home too, she’s swamped with work (we’ve been there, right?). So what can you do when you have to stay indoors all the time? Join the sibling as they go on adventures and discover new ways of playing together. This theatre production aims to teach the little ones about unstructured and imaginative plays, relationships between siblings, empathy, and the new normal.
When: 10-21 August 2022
Where: PLAYtime! Together, Esplanade Theatre Studio, 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981
8. A Tribute to ABBA: Concert
Dancing Queen: A Tribute To ABBA is a fun, energetic concert with a live backing band, costumes, theatrical lighting and effects that will bring the greatest-ever pop phenomena back to life. Performing all the hits including “Mamma Mia”, “Gimme, Gimme” “S.O.S” and of course “Dancing Queen”, this show will take you on a ride back to the party decade where ABBA ruled the dance floor. Older kids are sure to love this one!
Note: Not for kids aged 3 years and under.
When: 19-21 August 2022
Where: Sands Theatre, 10 Bayfront Avenue Downtown Core. Book now
Stay tuned as we’ll update this piece throughout the course of the year on other kids’ theatre in Singapore offerings!
