The Best Kids❜ Shows in Sydney in 2025
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Sydney is a city full of fun theatrical performances for kids - there is always something good on show - and checking out a kids' show in Sydney is a great way to keep kids entertained, give them a taste of culture, and get them giggling and dancing away.
Catching a show at one of Sydney’s iconic locations is the perfect way to immerse your kids in all things dramatic, so we’ve rounded up the best kids' shows in Sydney to catch this year - enjoy!
The Best Kids' Shows in Sydney in 2025
1. You are the Sun
Designed for ages 0 - 2, You are the Sun is a playful, relaxed opera that will delight the littlest audiences. Celebrate the gift of nature as performers conjure a world out of breath, water, sunlight and soil in this magical experience for babies and toddlers - and their grownups!
Making its Australian debut after captivating audiences in the UK. this sensory experience blends classical singing with interactive play, offering a chance for babies to freely explore in a peaceful environment.
Where: Centre for Creativity, Sydney Opera House
When: 15 – 22 March 2025
Cost: $52 includes one child and one accompanying carer | $8.95 booking fee applies to all transactions
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2. Mimi's Symphony
Join Australia’s much-loved actress and singer, Justine Clarke, conductor George Ellis and an 18-piece orchestra for Mimi's Symphony - a magical, heartwarming musical adventure for kids aged 3 and up and their families.
Follow Mimi, a little magpie blown from her nest, as she embarks on a journey across a suburban park, guided by a distant, beautiful echo. The story introduces children to the sections of an orchestra through Mimi’s encounters with animal families, and the lively tale culminates in a joyous symphony and sing-along, bringing the park’s residents together in harmony.
Where: Studio, Sydney Opera House
When: 12 - 13 April 2025
Cost: From $45.95 pp | $8.95 booking fee applies to all transactions
3. Dog Man: The Musical
Part dog, part man, ALL HERO! Dav Pilkey’s beloved graphic novel characters come to life in the return of the sold-out season of the musical adventure, Dog Man: The Musical.
Packed with humour and heart, this epic, hilarious and action-packed adventure is based on the bestselling Dog Man series and is perfect for kids aged 8+. Follow best friends, George and Harold, now in 5th grade, as they level up their comic creations by writing a musical about their favourite character, Dog Man. As Dog Man faces off against Flippy the cyborg fish, an army of Beasty Buildings, and the evil cat Petey, George and Harold race to finish their musical before lunchtime.
Where: Playhouse, Sydney Opera House
When: 12 - 27 April 2025
Cost: From $39.95 pp | $8.95 booking fee applies to all transactions
4. Kids' Puppet Shows at Puppeteria
With Cinderella + The Dinosaur Show, Hooray for the Easter Bunny!, Little Red Riding Hood + Three Billy Goats Gruff, Jack and the Beanstalk and plenty more, Puppeteria Theatre is the home of the best kids' puppet shows in Sydney! They perform a huge line-up of classic tales throughout the year. Perfect for entertaining little ones or a unique school holiday adventure.
Designed for kids of all ages who love the magic of puppetry, come along for laughter, music, theatrics, and, did we mention puppets!?
Take a look at the Autumn Schedule including Easter and school holidays shows. Tickets for Puppeteria's shows can be booked by visiting TryBooking.
Where: Puppeteria Theatre, 12H Denawen Ave, Castle Cove
When: All year round | All shows start at 10:30 am
Cost: Admission is $13 per child and $16 per adult
5. You Are Here
In a world full of musical instruments, delicate props, cut-out images, maps and small objects, two performers weave stories of adventures big and small in You Are Here. Designed for young audiences aged 2+, this interactive performance from Denmark uses live music and everyday objects to tell the tale of a young girl’s journey to the bakery, guided by a turtle, signs, and the stars across the sea. This story of self-discovery invites children to use their imagination as they help the characters navigate the world.
After the show, children can create their own stories using images and letters from the show in a dedicated play space.
Where: Utzon Room, Sydney Opera House
When: 19 - 24 April 2025
Cost: $35 pp | $8.95 booking fee applies to all transactions
6. Willoughby Symphony Orchestra Presents Disney's Lion King Live in Concert
Experience The Lion King like never before! Sing, roar, and feel the love while reliving the magic of Disney’s The Lion King. The Willoughby Symphony Orchestra will perform its iconic soundtrack live, with the animated classic on the big screen.
Join Simba, Nala and friends on an epic adventure across the savanna at The Concourse Concert Hall, where the spectacular orchestra brings the beloved music to life in a performance that will enchant audiences of all ages. Sing along to Circle of Life, Hakuna Matata, and Can You Feel the Love Tonight in this unforgettable retelling of a timeless story.
Where: The Concourse Concert Hall, 409 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood
When: Saturday 5 April 2025, 4 pm
Sunday 6 April 2025, 2 pm
Cost: Adult $99 | Concession $89 | Youth $79 | Child $45 | Family $275
7. Annie The Musical
The beloved tale of Annie is back to capture your hearts all over again. This legendary and joyous production has been enchanting audiences around the globe for generations, and now it's returning to Australian stages in a dazzling new production. Annie the Musical will light up Sydney’s Capitol Theatre in March 2025, bringing its timeless story of hope and perseverance to life. Directed by the talented Karen Johnson Mortimer and produced by John Frost for Crossroads Live, this exciting new rendition promises to deliver all the charm, laughter, and inspiration that fans adore.
Where: Sydney's Capitol Theatre
When: 25 March to 1 June 2025
Cost: Tickets from $69
8. Gabby's Dollhouse Live! is Coming to Sydney
Get your sparkly cat ears ready because Gabby's Dollhouse Live! is making its world debut, and it's kicking off right here in Australia!
For the first time ever, Gabby's Dollhouse is jumping out of your screens and onto the live stage! Get ready for a whole new a-MEOW-zing story featuring puppets, larger-than-life staging, and catchy tunes that will have you and your little ones dancing along from start to finish.
Where: Darling Harbour Theatre, ICC Sydney
When: 12 - 14 April 2025
Cost: Tickets from $39.90 pp
9. The Mik Maks Big Show
Australia’s favourite family band are making their Sydney debut in The Mik Maks Big Show at The Pavilion Performing Arts Centre Sutherland - and it's a stand-alone performance you won't want to miss!
Join Joel, Al, Joel’s daughter Ava, and their lovable friend Drums the Panda for a 50-minute, high-energy live show packed with catchy songs, plenty of laughs, and loads of dancing.
Perfect for young theatregoers aged 2 - 8, this special performance will feature a mix of classic Mik Maks hits and brand-new tunes, all designed to get little feet tapping and make little hearts sing!
Where: The Pavilion, 30 Eton Street, Sutherland
When: Sunday 13 April 2025 | 10 am & 1 pm
Cost: All tickets $29 | Family of 4 $106
10. Velveteen Rabbit
Velveteen Rabbit will bring the classic story to life in a must-see show for little bookworms and theatre lovers, and their families.
Step into a world where toys take centre stage in a reimagined, heartwarming adaptation of this timeless 100-year-old tale. Set against the backdrop of a film shoot, complete with live projections, this production invites you to bring along your own special toy to join the fun.
How does a toy rabbit become real? Discover the answer in this engaging, thoughtful theatrical adventure. The delightful story of the Velveteen Rabbit explores themes of love, loss, and change in a way that children can truly understand. This is no ordinary performance – the toys are in charge!
Full of heart and humour, Velveteen Rabbit is an interactive, multi-sensory experience with audience participation, live and recorded music, and stunning projections that reflect the perspective of a child. You and your little ones will be captivated by the immersive world that unfolds on stage.
Where: The Pavilion, 30 Eton Street, Sutherland
When: Thursday 17 April 2025 | 10 am & 2 pm
Cost: All tickets $29 | Family of 4 $106
11. The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
Step into the magical world of The Very Hungry Caterpillar as this timeless children's book emerges off the page and onto the stage in a stunning theatrical experience! Perfect for children aged 18 months and up (and their grown-ups), this enchanting production brings Eric Carle's beloved story to life in the most mesmerising way, featuring a dazzling array of over 75 incredible puppets to capture the charm and whimsy of Carle's illustrations. At the heart of the show is the Very Hungry Caterpillar, munching its way through a delicious adventure before transforming into a beautiful butterfly right before your eyes.
Where: Seymour Centre, Chippendale
When: 19 - 21 April 2025
Cost: Tickets from $39
12. Peppa Pig's Fun Day Out LIVE!
Peppa Pig is coming to Sydney in 2025—oinktastic! Get ready to giggle, snort, and sing along because Peppa Pig is back on tour in Australia for the first time since 2018.
Peppa Pig's Fun Day Out LIVE! is hitting the stage in a brand-new show full of music, dance, and—you guessed it—muddy puddles! Presented by TEG Life Like Touring and Fierylight, this unmissable performance will bring Peppa, George, Mummy Pig, Daddy Pig, and all their friends to cities across Australia in 2025.
Where: Sydney Coliseum Theatre
When: 17 - 18 May 2025
Cost: Tickets from $36.90 pp
13. Signor Baffo at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival
There’s chaos in the kitchen when Signor Baffo’s left in charge!
Winner of the Adelaide Fringe weekly award for Best Kids show and lauded by kids across the globe, Signor Baffo returns to Sydney following a sold-out debut in 2024.
Signor Baffo runs for 55 minutes and is suitable for audiences of all ages. This immersive visual feast answers all the most important culinary questions of the day in the charming culinary chaos of Signor Baffo's kitchen. It's clever and comical, must-see kids' show will fill their bellies with generous helpings of fun, mischief, and adventure.
Where: Factory Theatre, 105 Victoria Road, Marrickville
When: Saturday 17 & Sunday 18 May 2025
Saturday starts at 11:45 am and Sunday starts at 1:15 pm
Cost: General Admission Steated $32 pp | Family/Group of 4 $90
14. The Wiggles Live: Bouncing Balls Tour
Get your dancing shoes (and bouncing balls!) ready because The Wiggles are going on their biggest tour ever—and guess what? They're making a super special stop right here in Sydney!
For the first time in over five years, The Wiggles are heading on a massive adventure across Australia, the UK, the US, and Canada—bringing a high-energy, fun-filled musical spectacular that will have you singing, dancing, and wiggling the whole way through!
You'll be rocking out to all your favorite Wiggly hits like Rock-A-Bye Your Bear, Fruit Salad Yummy Yummy, and Hot Potato—but this show is all about their latest bouncing, bopping, boogie-worthy hit, Bouncing Balls!
The stage will be transformed into a colourful, dazzling playground of bouncing fun, with jaw-dropping performances from the entire Wiggly crew—including OG Blue Wiggle Anthony, Simon, Lachy, Tsehay, John, Lucia, Caterina, and Evie! And, of course, they're bringing along all their Wiggly friends—hi there, Dorothy the Dinosaur, Wags the Dog, Henry the Octopus, Captain Feathersword, and even TikTok superstar, The Tree of Wisdom!
This is one Wiggly party you won't want to miss, so grab your tickets before they're gone!
Where & When:
26 & 27 April 2025 at Sydney Coliseum
3 & 4 May 2025 at Hordern Pavilion
Cost: Tickets from $43.10
15. Hello Kitty's Super Adventure: The Musical
Dust off those sparkly cat ears, Sydney! For the first time, Australia is welcoming an authentic Sanrio live musical experience straight from the heart of Japan! Get ready to embark on a magical, music-filled journey with Hello Kitty and friends as they bring their enchanting world to life on stage.
Don't miss a unique opportunity to introduce your children to musical theatre in a fun and engaging way, delivered by beloved characters from the Sanrio family. Hello Kitty's Super Adventure is not just about the music; it showcases the joy of performance and the magic of storytelling.
Where: State Theatre, 49 Market St, Sydney
When: Sunday 13 -Tuesday 15 April 2025
Cost: $69 - $129 pp + booking fee
16. Elmo's Dream Circus
Get ready for a spectacular family adventure as Elmo's Dream Circus rolls into town in June 2025! From the same epic crew who brought you the Sesame Street Circus Spectacular, their next event is an unforgettable experience for the whole family.
Join Elmo and his Sesame Street friends for a mesmerising show filled with laughter, acrobatics, and imagination.
The team is staying tight-lipped on locations for their next big show, but we know they're touring in June 2025!
To stay up to date with all their news, sign up for special events and ticket releases.
Where: TBA
When: June 2025
Cost: $34.95 per A Reserve ticket, VIP tickets start at $69.90
17. Circus of Illusion
Roll up, roll up, the Circus of Illusion is coming to town, but for one day only at the iconic State Theatre.
The Ringmaster will take you on an awe-inspiring journey through a world of sawdust and sequins, with a team of world-class circus artists!
You'll be on the edge of your seat as performers from across the globe ignite your imagination with a show of pure spectacle and incredible costumes. Acclaimed illusionist and Australia’s Got Talent finalist Michael Boyd will present death-defying escapes and ingenious illusions that will leave audiences in awe and Britain’s Got Talent semi-finalist, the incredible Sascha Williams, will astound with his high-risk rola bola act.
Where: The State Theatre, 49 Market St, Sydney
When: Saturday 19 April 2025 | 2 pm and 6:30 pm
Cost: From $49 per person
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