SchoolTime

Back by popular demand! Are you ready for some toe-tapping music, mind-blowing media and hair raising science? If so, join Mister C for another amazing day of learning in the lab! Pendulum swings, inertia hammers, hovercrafts and more! Mister C Live Vol. 2 - The World in Motion invites attendees to continue singing, moving, and learning to the tune of science and focuses on the Laws of  Motion! Students and teachers will be amazed with this fun and educational series as Mister C uses humor, media, and the engineering design process to make the ordinary extraordinary!

• Thursday, October 9, 2025
• 10:00 AM & NOON
• Recommended Grades: 3-8
• Aronoff Center, Jarson-Kaplan Theater

La Maleta De Maebelle (Maebelle's Suitcase) is a bilingual adaptation of the beloved Reading Rainbow picture book. Maebelle lives in her treehouse and is an incredible hat maker. She’s been working hard ahead of the town’s annual hat contest when she befriends Binkle, a bird with a migration dilemma. As Maebelle generously offers her cherished suitcase from her own migration from Colombia, they delve into profound reflections on the significance of our possessions and memories. Through laughter and tears, Maebelle and Binkle help each other discover the beauty of remembrance and the liberating power of letting go. 

• Thursday, October 23, 2025
• 10:00 AM & NOON
• Recommended Grades: K-5th
• Aronoff Center, Jarson-Kaplan Theater

Based on the award-winning graphic novel, Stuntboy, In the Meantime follows the middle-schooler, Portico Reeves whose superpower is making sure his parents and best friend, Zola stay safe. He lives in the biggest apartment building on the block, a building with fifty doors, all of which would be swell except for the secret that Portico’s parents are about to divorce. All this stress gives Portico “the frets”, which his mom calls anxiety. Plus, like all superheroes, Portico has an arch-nemesis Herbert determined to prove that there is nothing super about Portico at all.

• Thursday, November 20, 2025
• 9:45 AM & NOON
• Recommended Grades: 2nd-5th  
• Aronoff Center, Procter & Gamble Hall

Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar and Ballet Folklorico del Rio Grande invite you to celebrate the holiday season with Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico! Named for the beloved Andalusian Christmas Carol, this vibrant show weaves cherished Mexican traditions into a magical story of the season! Join Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar and Ballet Folklorico del Rio Grande for an unforgettable program where every note and dance step embodies the rich cultural tapestry of Christmas in Mexico!

• Tuesday, December 2, 2025
• 11:00 AM
• Recommended Grades: K-12th  
• Aronoff Center, Procter & Gamble Hall

Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia’s newest production, Billy Goats Gruff and Other Tales, presents a fresh and engaging reimagining of three cherished children’s stories—Goldilocks and the Three Bears, The Three Little Pigs, and The Three Billy Goats Gruff.  Filled with adventure, humor, and heroism, the story follows a brave raccoon and clever mouse who are on a journey to collect treasure. This imaginative retelling seamlessly interweaves three classic tales into a heartwarming adventure celebrating friendship and courage.

• Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at NOON
• Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at NOON
• Recommended Grades: PreK-2
• Aronoff Center, Procter & Gamble Hall

CAA is pleased to present this special sensory-friendly SchoolTime performance for guests on the autism spectrum, as well as those with sensory challenges or developmental disabilities.

• Wednesday, February 4, 2026
• 10:00 AM
• Recommended Grades: PreK-2
• Aronoff Center, Procter & Gamble Hall

Since its inception in 2009, the Ndlovu Youth Choir has become one of the world’s most treasured groups. Their unique musical arrangements, powerhouse vocals, irresistibly combined with mesmerizing choreography and infectious energy have inspired millions across the globe! The Ndlovu Youth Choir's incredible run on season 14 of America's Got Talent made them the first choir in history to reach the finals. Their high-energy performances have not only thrilled audiences around the world, but have shared a message of hope, love, and togetherness.

• Friday, February 27, 2026
• 11:00 AM
• Recommended Grades: K-12
• Aronoff Center, Procter & Gamble Hall

Led by dance icons Dwight Rhoden and Desmond Richardson, Complexions Contemporary Ballet has awakened audiences to a new, exciting genre with their singular approach of reinventing dance and contemporary ballet. Armed with a rich Alvin Ailey lineage and a cadre of 16 stunning dancers, Complexions has been hailed as a “matchless American dance company” by the Philadelphia Inquirer and “game changing” by London’s The Guardian.

• Thursday, March 19, 2026
• 11:00 AM
• Recommended Grades: 6th-12th  
• Aronoff Center, Procter & Gamble Hall

Whatever you do, don't let the Pigeon star in his own musical production! With a script written by Mo Willems, the creator of the #1 New York Times best-selling, Caldecott Honor award-winning "Pigeon" picture books, and featuring music by Deborah Wicks La Puma (Elephant & Piggie's We Are in a Play!), TheaterWorksUSA‘s Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical! is even more fun than staying up late and having a hot dog party!

• Tuesday, March 31, 2026
• 11:00 AM
• Recommended Grades: PreK-2
• Aronoff Center, Procter & Gamble Hall

Celebrate National Library Week and the love of books with Zak Morgan! Read and Bloom! is filled with musical stories, laughter, and warmth as Zak encourages children to read. By creatively interweaving fascinating facts, music, and positivity, Zak’s original songs engage the hearts and minds of children, promoting imagination and self-confidence. The audience will use their voices and body movements to join in the fun in this fast-paced, interactive, and joyful concert!.

• Monday, April 20, 2026
• 10:00 AM & NOON
• Recommended Grades: K-3
• Aronoff Center, Jarson-Kaplan Theater

BMX, basketball, breakdancing, acrobatics, drumming, and more! A phenomenal physical performance exploring all forms of rotation, 360 ALLSTARS connects the street with the elite to deliver a supercharged urban circus. Boasting a stellar international cast of World Champion and World Record-holding athletes and artists, 360 ALLSTARS is a spectacular fusion of the extraordinary artistry that emerges from street culture.  Catch the ALLSTARS in action at the Aronoff Center on their 10-year anniversary World Tour.

• Thursday, May 7, 2026
• 11:00 AM
• Recommended Grades: 3-12
• Aronoff Center, Procter & Gamble Hall