Current & Upcoming Productions
1. Koko The Great
Until August 31, 2025
Step into a world of wonthis season. Singapore’s stages are set to burst alive with laughter, music, and color. From August to December 2025, the shines with magical children’s theatre shows.
Imagine your child’s eyes sparkling as their favorite stories dance before them. Watch new friends made in the aisles, and shy giggles turn into bold applause. Each show is a door to a new world — where heroes are small and dreams are big.
These productions blend heart, fun, and learning. Carefully crafted for kids, every performance is safe, joyful, and full of surprises. The actors know just how to spark young imaginations.
Make this year one your family will remember. Let each show be a memory you share. Book your tickets early and join a community that loves stories as much as you do.
Don’t just hear about the magic — come see it for yourself.
Venue & Ambience:
- Location: Esplanade Theatre Studio, 1 Esplanade Drive
- Setting: The intimate Theatre Studio at Esplanade provides a cozy, black-box setting perfect for young audiences. The 220-seat venue creates an immersive experience where children feel close to the action.
- Atmospheric Details: Warm lighting mimics the golden hues of Liu Kang’s riverside painting. The stage transforms into a Malaysian kampong scene with bamboo props, flowing fabric representing the river, and live traditional music creating an authentic 1950s atmosphere. The scent of jasmine tea occasionally wafts through the air, engaging multiple senses.
- Pre-show Ambience: Children can explore a mini art gallery in the lobby featuring reproductions of Liu Kang’s works, with interactive stations where they can try watercolor painting techniques.
Story & Educational Value: Inspired by local pioneer artist Liu Kang’s iconic oil painting “Life By The River,” this production takes children on an imaginative journey with village boy Koko. The show celebrates Singapore’s artistic heritage while encouraging creativity and imagination.
Values & Lessons:
- Cultural Appreciation: Introduction to Singapore’s art history through Liu Kang’s masterpiece – children learn about the Nanyang art style and how local artists captured Southeast Asian life
- Imagination & Creativity: Encourages children to see art as a gateway to storytelling – they discover how paintings can “come alive” and inspire adventures
- Local Heritage: Builds connection with Singapore’s cultural roots – understanding how our pioneer artists documented kampong life and the Singapore River
- Environmental Awareness: Village life and connection with nature – children observe how past generations lived harmoniously with rivers, trees, and wildlife
- Perseverance: Koko’s journey teaches that curiosity and determination help overcome obstacles
- Community Values: The kampong setting demonstrates how neighbors support each other and share resources
- Artistic Expression: Children learn that everyone can be creative, whether through painting, storytelling, or imaginative play
- Historical Empathy: Understanding how life was different in 1950s Singapore, fostering appreciation for modern conveniences while respecting the past
Getting There:
- MRT: Esplanade Station (Circle Line CC3) – Direct underground connection to venue
- Bus: Routes 36, 70M, 130, 857, 961M stop at Esplanade
- Walking: 5-minute walk from City Hall MRT (North-South/East-West Lines)
Dining Options:
- Within Esplanade: Esplanade Mall food court, Wild Honey, Din Tai Fung
- Nearby: Suntec City (5-minute walk) – extensive food court and restaurants
- Child-friendly: McDonald’s, KFC, and family restaurants at nearby malls
Age Suitability: 3-6 years | Ticket Price: From $23
2. Phinny & Wally: Echoes Of Home
August 22-31, 2025
Venue & Ambience:
- Location: Drama Centre Black Box, National Library Building, 100 Victoria Street
- Setting: The intimate black box theatre creates an underwater world through lighting and sound design, making audiences feel submerged in the ocean adventure.
- Atmospheric Details: Azure and emerald lighting wash over the walls, creating rippling water effects. Surround sound technology delivers whale songs, dolphin clicks, and gentle ocean currents. Projected coral reefs and sea anemones dance on fabric panels, while the scent of sea breeze (created through subtle aromatherapy) enhances the underwater illusion.
- Interactive Elements: Children receive “diving masks” (lightweight cardboard props) upon entry and are encouraged to “swim” with gentle arm movements during certain scenes. The floor has soft, wave-like carpeting that mimics ocean movement under feet.
Story & Educational Value: This standalone Mandarin sequel follows the adventures of a dolphin and whale, taking children on an inspiring underwater journey that highlights marine conservation.
Values & Lessons:
- Environmental Stewardship: Ocean conservation and marine life protection – children learn about plastic pollution, coral reef destruction, and how human actions affect sea creatures
- Language Development: Mandarin dialogue with subtitles aids bilingual learning – exposure to marine vocabulary in both languages strengthens linguistic skills
- Friendship & Cooperation: Teamwork between marine creatures – Phinny and Wally demonstrate how different species can work together despite their differences
- Resilience: Overcoming challenges in the ocean environment – characters face storms, predators, and pollution but persist in their mission
- Empathy for Animals: Understanding marine life perspectives – children develop compassion for creatures often seen only in aquariums or documentaries
- Global Citizenship: Recognizing that ocean health affects everyone worldwide – Singapore’s role in marine conservation and international cooperation
- Scientific Curiosity: Marine biology concepts introduced through story – migration patterns, food chains, and ecosystem interdependence
- Cultural Bridge-building: The Mandarin production helps Chinese-speaking families engage with environmental themes while practicing language skills
Getting There:
- MRT: Bugis Station (East-West/Downtown Lines) – 8-minute walk
- MRT: Bras Basah Station (Circle Line) – 5-minute walk
- Bus: Multiple routes stop at Victoria Street
Dining Options:
- Bugis Junction: Food courts and family restaurants (8-minute walk)
- National Museum Café: Light meals and snacks within the building
- Arab Street: Diverse dining options (10-minute walk)
Age Suitability: 5-8 years | Ticket Price: $38 weekdays, $42 weekends
3. Disney Jr Live On Tour: Let’s Play!
September 5-7, 2025
Venue & Ambience:
- Location: Singapore Indoor Stadium, 2 Stadium Walk
- Setting: Large-scale production with elaborate stage design, costumes, and interactive elements. The 12,000-seat venue becomes a magical Disney wonderland.
- Atmospheric Details: The massive stage features a three-story Mickey Mouse Clubhouse with working doors, windows, and a giant Hot Dog Dance floor. LED screens create animated backgrounds that change from the Clubhouse to SuperKitties headquarters to Spidey’s neighborhood. Confetti cannons, bubble machines, and spotlight effects create festival atmosphere.
- Sensory Experience: Familiar Disney Jr theme songs played at perfect volume for young ears, with bass that children can feel in their chests during dance numbers. The air conditioning is adjusted to keep the venue comfortable despite high energy performances. Cotton candy and popcorn aromas from concession stands add to the carnival atmosphere.
- Interactive Zone: Pre-show activities include character meet-and-greets, photo booths with Disney Jr props, and simple crafts stations where children can make Mickey ears or Spidey masks.
Story & Educational Value: Features beloved Disney Jr characters including Mickey Mouse, SuperKitties, and Marvel’s Spidey. Interactive show encourages singing, dancing, and audience participation.
Values & Lessons:
- Friendship: Cooperation and helping friends in need – Mickey and friends demonstrate loyalty, sharing, and problem-solving together
- Problem-solving: Characters work together to solve challenges – each Disney Jr show segment teaches logical thinking and creative solutions
- Creativity: Music, dance, and imaginative play – children learn that self-expression through movement and song builds confidence
- Inclusivity: Diverse characters representing different backgrounds – SuperKitties features animals of different species working as a team, while Spidey shows multicultural friendship
- Emotional Intelligence: Characters experience and name emotions like excitement, disappointment, and joy – helping children identify and process their own feelings
- Following Directions: Interactive segments teach children to listen carefully and follow multi-step instructions through songs and games
- Confidence Building: Audience participation encourages shy children to sing and dance in a supportive group environment
- Team Spirit: The “Hot Dog Dance” and group activities demonstrate how much more fun activities become when everyone participates together
- Perseverance: SuperKitties and Spidey storylines show characters trying again when first attempts fail, modeling resilience for young viewers
Getting There:
- MRT: Stadium Station (Circle Line CC6) – Direct connection via covered walkway
- Bus: Routes 16, 76, 135 to Stadium Boulevard
Dining Options:
- Stadium Waterfront: Multiple restaurants and food courts
- Kallang Wave Mall: Family dining options (5-minute walk)
- Food trucks: Often available during major events at the stadium
Age Suitability: 2-7 years | Ticket Price: $28-$168
4. SSO Concerts For Children: Young Spacefarer’s Guide To The Orchestra
September 6, 2025
Venue & Ambience:
- Location: Esplanade Concert Hall, 1 Esplanade Drive
- Setting: Singapore’s premier concert hall with world-class acoustics. The space-themed production uses the full orchestra pit and stage for an immersive cosmic experience.
- Atmospheric Details: The concert hall’s ceiling is transformed with fiber-optic “stars” that twinkle throughout the performance. Giant planet projections rotate slowly on screens surrounding the orchestra, while dry ice creates “space clouds” that drift across the stage. The orchestra musicians wear subtle space-age costumes with LED accents that pulse with the music.
- Acoustic Magic: The hall’s renowned acoustics make every instrument crystal clear – children can distinguish individual violins, hear the whisper of flutes, and feel the rumble of timpani in their bones. Special speakers create 360-degree sound effects of spacecraft whooshing overhead.
- Educational Displays: The lobby features hands-on astronomy exhibits including a scale model solar system, telescope viewing station, and interactive space mission planning game.
Story & Educational Value: The Singapore Symphony Orchestra presents classical music through a space adventure featuring curious aliens, mysterious planets, and thrilling chases, brought to life with actors and on-screen visuals.
Values & Lessons:
- Musical Appreciation: Introduction to classical instruments and orchestral music – children learn to identify string, brass, woodwind, and percussion families through space-themed musical segments
- STEM Curiosity: Space exploration and astronomy themes – basic concepts about planets, stars, and space travel presented through orchestral storytelling
- Cultural Enrichment: Exposure to high-quality performing arts – developing appreciation for live classical music performance and concert etiquette
- Imagination: Storytelling through music and visuals – understanding how music can convey emotions, tell stories, and create mental images without words
- Patience & Focus: Learning to sit quietly and listen attentively for 45-minute performance – building concentration skills and respect for performers
- International Awareness: Classical music from different countries and cultures – pieces by composers from various nations showing how music transcends borders
- Scientific Wonder: Astronomy concepts like gravity, orbital motion, and space exploration presented in age-appropriate ways through musical interpretation
- Artistic Expression: Understanding how different art forms (music, visual projections, theater) can combine to create powerful storytelling experiences
- Respect for Excellence: Witnessing world-class musicians demonstrates the value of practice, dedication, and pursuing mastery in any field
Getting There:
- MRT: Esplanade Station (Circle Line CC3) – Underground connection
- MRT: City Hall Station – 5-minute walk
- River taxi: Singapore River Experience stops at Esplanade
Dining Options:
- Esplanade Mall: Multiple dining levels with international cuisines
- Marina Bay: Extensive dining at The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands
- Merlion Park area: Various restaurants with harbor views
Age Suitability: 5+ years | Ticket Price: $30-$40
5. The Tiger Who Came To Tea
September 12-14, 2025
Venue & Ambience:
- Location: Victoria Theatre, 9 Empress Place
- Setting: Singapore’s oldest theatre provides a historic, intimate setting perfect for this beloved children’s story. The 514-seat venue maintains its colonial charm while offering modern technical capabilities.
Story & Educational Value: Judith Kerr’s classic picture book comes to life featuring Sophie, her mummy, and a tea-guzzling tiger who disrupts their ordinary afternoon.
Values & Lessons:
- Hospitality: Welcoming unexpected guests with kindness
- Flexibility: Adapting when plans change unexpectedly
- Family Bonds: Parent-child relationships and shared experiences
- British Culture: Introduction to tea time traditions and social customs
Getting There:
- MRT: Raffles Place Station (East-West/North-South Lines) – 8-minute walk
- MRT: Clarke Quay Station (North-East Line) – 10-minute walk
- Bus: Routes 124, 147, 166 to Empress Place
Dining Options:
- Boat Quay: Riverside dining with family-friendly options
- Clarke Quay: Multiple restaurants and food courts
- The Central: Shopping and dining complex (10-minute walk)
Age Suitability: 3+ years | Ticket Price: $42-$72
6. SSO Babies’ Proms
September 13-14, 2025
Venue & Ambience:
- Location: Victoria Concert Hall, 11 Empress Place
- Setting: Historic concert hall designed specifically for very young audiences, with relaxed atmosphere allowing movement and noise.
Story & Educational Value: Interactive classical music concert where babies and toddlers can clap, dance, and even conduct the orchestra on stage.
Values & Lessons:
- Musical Foundation: Early exposure to classical music and rhythm
- Motor Skills: Dancing, clapping, and movement coordination
- Social Skills: Interaction with other children in musical setting
- Sensory Development: Rich auditory and visual stimulation
Getting There:
- MRT: Raffles Place Station – 8-minute walk
- Bus: Multiple routes to Empress Place
- Parking: Limited nearby; public transport recommended
Dining Options:
- Baby-friendly venues: Many nearby restaurants accommodate families with infants
- Nursing facilities: Available at venue
- Quick dining: Food courts at nearby malls for convenient family meals
Age Suitability: 6 and below | Ticket Price: $35-$45
7. Beautiful Oops!
September 13-21, 2025
Venue & Ambience:
- Location: Gateway Theatre, 3615 Jalan Bukit Merah
- Setting: Modern theatre in Harbourfront precinct with excellent sightlines for children.
Story & Educational Value: Based on Barney Saltzberg’s picture book, this musical teaches children that every mistake is an opportunity to create something beautiful.
Values & Lessons:
- Growth Mindset: Embracing mistakes as learning opportunities
- Creativity: Turning problems into artistic solutions
- Resilience: Bouncing back from setbacks
- Self-acceptance: Understanding that imperfection is human and valuable
Getting There:
- MRT: HarbourFront Station (North-East/Circle Lines) – 5-minute walk
- Bus: Multiple routes to HarbourFront Centre
- Car: Ample parking at VivoCity
Dining Options:
- VivoCity: Massive food court and restaurant selection
- Sentosa Gateway: Various dining options
- HarbourFront Centre: Food courts and casual dining
Age Suitability: 5+ years | Ticket Price: $30 weekdays, $45 weekends
8. Beauty And The Beast
September 27 – October 5, 2025
Venue & Ambience:
- Location: Drama Centre Black Box, National Library Building, 100 Victoria Street
- Setting: Intimate theatre setting with interactive and improvisational elements that make each performance unique.
Story & Educational Value: DuffleBag Theatre’s adaptation celebrates themes of kindness, inner beauty, and self-acceptance through audience interaction.
Values & Lessons:
- Inner Beauty: Looking beyond appearances to character
- Kindness: The transformative power of compassion
- Self-acceptance: Embracing one’s authentic self
- Empathy: Understanding others’ perspectives and feelings
Getting There:
- MRT: Bugis Station – 8-minute walk
- MRT: Bras Basah Station – 5-minute walk
Dining Options:
- Bugis Street: Diverse food options and family restaurants
- National Museum Café: Convenient on-site dining
Age Suitability: 4+ years | Ticket Price: $35 weekdays, $55 weekends/holidays
9. CoComelon: Sing-A-Long Live
September 27-28, 2025
Venue & Ambience:
- Location: Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Avenue
- Setting: State-of-the-art theatre with premium sound and lighting systems, creating an immersive YouTube-to-live experience.
Story & Educational Value: Features popular YouTube characters JJ, Nina, Cody, Cece, Ms. Appleberry, and special guest Blippi in an interactive singalong experience.
Values & Lessons:
- Learning Through Music: Educational songs covering numbers, letters, and basic concepts
- Social Skills: Singing and dancing with others
- Following Instructions: Simple choreography and participation cues
- Joy in Learning: Making education fun and engaging
Getting There:
- MRT: Bayfront Station (Circle/Downtown Lines) – Underground connection
- Bus: Routes to Marina Bay Sands
- Taxi/Grab: Direct drop-off at theatre entrance
Dining Options:
- The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands: Extensive food courts and fine dining
- Food Courts: Multiple levels with international options
- Celebrity Chef Restaurants: For special family treats
Age Suitability: 6 and below | Ticket Price: $78-$138
10. The Emperor’s New Clothes
November 13 – December 14, 2025
Venue & Ambience:
- Location: The Ngee Ann Kongsi Theatre, Wild Rice @ Funan, 107 North Bridge Road
- Setting: Modern theatre space in the heart of Singapore’s arts district, known for bold and innovative productions.
Story & Educational Value: Wild Rice’s updated musical offers a hilarious Singaporean spin on Hans Christian Andersen’s tale, featuring Hossan Leong in the titular role.
Values & Lessons:
- Critical Thinking: Questioning authority and popular opinion
- Honesty: The courage to speak truth to power
- Social Commentary: Understanding societal pressures and conformity
- Local Culture: Singapore humor and cultural references
Getting There:
- MRT: City Hall Station (North-South/East-West Lines) – 3-minute walk
- MRT: Esplanade Station – 8-minute walk
- Bus: Multiple routes to North Bridge Road
Dining Options:
- Funan Mall: Multiple dining levels with diverse cuisines
- Raffles City: Extensive food courts and restaurants
- Chinatown: Traditional and modern dining options nearby
Age Suitability: 4+ years | Ticket Price: $45-$105
11. The Smeds And The Smoos
December 4-7, 2025
Venue & Ambience:
- Location: Victoria Theatre, 9 Empress Place
- Setting: Historic venue providing an intimate space for this story about acceptance and friendship.
Story & Educational Value: Based on Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s book, this space-set story teaches children to embrace differences and find common ground.
Values & Lessons:
- Acceptance: Celebrating differences rather than fearing them
- Unity: Finding common ground despite apparent differences
- Love Conquers All: Relationships transcending social barriers
- Space Exploration: STEM themes through imaginative storytelling
Getting There:
- MRT: Raffles Place Station – 8-minute walk
- River taxi: Scenic route via Singapore River
Dining Options:
- Clarke Quay: Family-friendly restaurants with river views
- Boat Quay: Diverse dining options
- The Central: Shopping and dining complex
Age Suitability: 3+ years | Ticket Price: $42-$72
General Tips for Families
Before the Show:
- Arrive Early: Allow time for parking/transport and venue exploration
- Pre-show Activities: Many venues offer lobby activities for children
- Snacks: Most venues allow small snacks and water bottles
- Toilet Breaks: Use facilities before the show begins
During the Show:
- Interactive Elements: Encourage participation when prompted
- Quiet Activities: Bring small, silent activities for very young children
- Exit Strategy: Know your nearest exit for restroom breaks
- Photography: Most shows prohibit photography/recording
Educational Extensions:
- Discussion: Talk about the story’s themes afterward
- Related Activities: Visit libraries for source books
- Art Projects: Create art inspired by the performances
- Music Exploration: Listen to soundtracks or classical pieces at home
Accessibility:
- All major venues offer wheelchair accessibility
- Audio enhancement available for hearing-impaired patrons
- Sensory-friendly performances may be available for certain shows
- Contact venues directly for specific accessibility needs
Booking Information
General Booking Platforms:
- SISTIC.com.sg (most major venues)
- Individual venue websites
- Ticketing counters at venues
Family Packages:
- Many shows offer family discounts for 4+ tickets
- Group rates available for schools and organizations
- Season passes for multiple SSO children’s concerts
Cancellation Policies:
- Most venues offer refunds/exchanges up to 48 hours before performance
- Weather-related cancellations typically offer full refunds
- Check individual venue policies before booking
This comprehensive guide provides families with everything needed to make informed decisions about Singapore’s rich offerings of children’s theatre and concerts from August through December 2025.
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