10 Must-See Holiday Shows

A Russian snow maiden, a mad scientist who can explain Santa’s secrets, the words of Charles Dickens interpreted as a musical–this holiday, treat the family to one of these magical performances.

A Christmas Carol at theTribeca Performing Arts Center
Begin the holiday season with a musical version of the Dickens classic, "A Christmas Carol." This heartwarming performance will contain a variety of fun new songs to accompany this holiday tale. Ages 5 and up. Saturday, November 23
Three Bears Holiday Bash at the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theater
Join the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre for a puppet show that celebrates Hanukkah, Christmas and Kwanzaa. When baby bear invites Santa to star in his parents’ holiday show…a comedy of errors ensues! Enjoy song, dance, and puppetry at this seasonal holiday show! All ages. Through December 30
Radio City Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall
Join the Rockettes for this year's run of the New York classic, which will feature state-of-the-art technology to transport viewers into the North Pole, and incorporates a living nativity scene. All ages. Through December 31
Fancy Nancy: A Splendiferous Christmas At The Vital Theatre
Nancy is excited for Christmas--she even has a sparkly new tree-topper! But when things don't turn out the way Nancy as planned, will her Christmas still be splendiferous? Come see this fun musical, based on the book by Jane O’Connor, and find out. Ages 2-7. Saturdays and Sundays, November 22-January 4, 2015
A Christmas Carol at The Players Theater
It's A Christmas Carol--the musical! Catch the sixth annual adaptation of this classic tale at the Players Theater in Greenwich Village. Catch family workshops before the show on Sundays. All ages. November 30-December 30
How The Grinch Stole Christmas at Madison Square Garden
Can Cindy Lou-Who show the Grinch the meaning of Christmas? Catch this magical holiday tale onstage, in this musical production featuring hit songs such as "You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch" and "Welcome Christmas." Tony-Award-Winner Schuler Hensley will star as the Grinch. All ages. December 5-25
Peter & The Wolf with Isaac Mizrahi at the Guggenheim
Join designer Isaac Mizrahi at the Guggenheim for his annual narration of Sergei Prokofiev’s classic story, accompanied by Ensemble Signal and a cast of dancers choreographed by John Heginbotham. All ages.December 6-14
A Charlie Brown Christmas 50th Anniversary Celebration at The Met
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of this classic holiday movie with a screening accompanied by live music from the Rob Schwimmer Trio and the Church of the Heavenly Rest's Children's Choir. Ages 4 and up. Saturday,December 20
Science of Santa at NYU Skirball Performing Arts Center
Join Dr. Kaboom as he takes audiences on a scientific exploration into Santa's secrets, from how he climbs down chimneys, makes reindeer fly, and knows who's bad or good. Even Santa skeptics will be delighted by this new holiday show. All ages. Saturday, December 20
The Snow Maiden at the Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts
In this wintry Russian-language musical, a young girl is transformed by Grandfather Frost into a beautiful snow maiden. This magical performance incorporates traditional Russian songs, dances, and costumes. Recommende for ages 6 and up. Sunday, December 21

Asphalt Green

Asphalt Green&rsquo;s high-quality sports programs start at 4 months old. Two beautiful facilities in vibrant Manhattan neighborhoods provide the optimal space for children to learn the fundamentals, play for leisure, or compete at the highest level. As the leading sports and fitness facility in Manhattan, Asphalt Green&rsquo;s never-before- seen training methods focus on improving your mental and physical game. Whether participating in swim, soccer, flag football, martial arts, basketball, baseball, tennis, or volleyball, coaches instill values that set athletes up for success in life and bring out their full potential in sports.

Academics West

Academics West is an accredited high-support college preparatory school designed to meet the academic and social-emotional goals of its students. Our unique model allows for each student to benefit from a customized educational experience to ensure they are acquiring the skills necessary to navigate their post-secondary lives whether they attend college or pursue another path to future success. Students can select different tracks to construct the most beneficial program to suit their needs and goals. Unlike conventional education, this innovative model enables students to prepare for an ever-changing world that requires young people to have advanced executive functioning, interpersonal and leadership skills to become independent and resilient adults. &nbsp;

Broadway Dance Center Children and Teens

With more than 35 years of experience, Broadway Dance Center Children &amp; Teens provides young movers ages 3-18 with exceptional training. BDC delivers the finest all-around dance experience for students by offering a wide variety of styles and levels, performance opportunities, and the highest caliber dance instruction that only New York City and BDC Children &amp; Teens can provide. This studio is so much more than a training course for young dancers; it is a diverse, family-friendly community for budding creatives. It has an exemplary faculty who follow the vision to not only develop a dancer&rsquo;s love and ability in dance, but to do so in a nurturing and supportive way.