Play On: Top Theatre Productions

Duke Ellington’s Cat at Center for Puppetry Arts

Follow the adventures of jazz great Duke Ellington’s cool cat. Jan. 31-March 12.

Seven Stories from Seven Continents at Aurora Theatre

Master storyteller and children’s author Mama Koku travels around the world to share a popular folktale. Feb. 4.

Murder on the Orient Express at Woodstock Arts

A snowdrift stops the Orient Express in its tracks, and a passenger is dead, which means the murderer is still on the train. Feb. 10-26.

Stories of the Sea: The Voyages of Sinbad at Aurora Theatre

Set sail with Mr. Damon and Sinbad the Sailor on an exciting voyage to the seven seas with the magic of shadow puppet theater. Feb. 11.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at Fox Theatre

Celebrate the magic of dance with new works, audience favorites and beloved classics, including Alvin Ailey’s timeless masterpiece, “Revelations.” Feb. 16-19.

Beauty and the Beast at Cobb Energy Centre

This celebrated fairy tale tells the story of adventure, unlikely friendships and the power of true love with voice-over narration to help young children follow along with the story. Feb. 18-19.

Mufaro’s Beautiful Daughters: An African Tale at Synchronicity Theatre

Written in the style of African folktales, this musical is a retelling of the beloved book set in Zimbabwe. Through Feb. 19.

All Smiles at Alliance Theatre

This delightful show explores how smiles are different and how people show their emotions in different ways. Through March 5.