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Will the kids like a musical? Will whatever show we choose be age-appropriate? What\u2019s the best way to buy Broadway tickets<\/a> for the whole family? If you\u2019ve had any of these thoughts, we\u2019ve got you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Broadway show is simply a must when planning a trip to New York City. It\u2019s also often a bucket list item for parents to experience with their children. But you only get one \u201cfirst\u201d Broadway show as a kid, and if you\u2019re the parent in charge, it can be difficult to decide between the amount of options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before you get ready to buy tickets, we\u2019ve compiled a list of the best shows on Broadway (and Off) for both children and adults to enjoy, from Disney<\/a> musicals the kids will adore to a hit wizard <\/em>sequel that will bring magic to life in front of their eyes. You can also buy Broadway tickets<\/a> on Ticketmaster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best Broadway Shows for Kids<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Aladdin<\/em><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A beloved Disney classic is a perfect entry point to introduce kids to the magic of Broadway, and Aladdin<\/em> should be at the top of your list. A veritable magic carpet ride of fun, the story of everyone\u2019s favorite kind-hearted Agrabah thief \u2014 along with Princess Jasmine, Genie, Jafar and Iago \u2014 is filled with familiar songs like \u201cA Whole New World,\u201d \u201cOne Jump Ahead,\u201d \u201cFriend Like Me\u201d and \u201cPrince Ali.\u201d By show\u2019s end, your kids will be thanking you for introducing them to the whole new world of Broadway delights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child<\/em><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Lumos! There\u2019s no better show to light up kids\u2019 love of Broadway plays than Harry Potter and the Cursed Child<\/em>. A continuation of the globally beloved series of children\u2019s books, this show may be the only one on this list without any music, but its mind-blowing pyrotechnics and onstage magic will have kids and adults alike asking \u201cHow did they do that?\u201d as the next generation of Potters and Malfoys try to save Hogwarts and live up to their fathers\u2019 legacies. (Note: Cursed Child<\/em> is recommended for muggles and wizards age 8 and up<\/a>, and features scary imagery including Dementors and a terrifying visit from He Who Must Not Be Named.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MJ the Musical<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Wanna be startin\u2019 something? Grab tickets and take the kids to MJ the Musical<\/em>, the jukebox biopic about the life and legacy of the late, great Michael Jackson. Filled with hit after hit from the King of Pop\u2019s songbook, the Tony Award-winning production traces Jackson\u2019s Motown roots as Little Michael to his ascendance as pop music royalty \u2014 all set against the backdrop of preparations for his 1992 Dangerous World Tour. (Plus, check out an exclusive pre-show playlist<\/a> from MJ<\/em>\u2019s current leading man, Elijah Rhea Johnson.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Lion King<\/em><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For nearly three decades, kids of all ages have flocked to The Lion King<\/em> for its story of Simba\u2019s journey to become king of the savanna. The lion cub comes to thrilling life alongside Timon, Pumbaa, Rafiki and more at the Minskoff Theatre \u2014 complete with fantastical costumes and eye-popping puppets that will keep kids riveted to the action happening onstage and singing along to favorite songs like \u201cHakuna Matata,\u201d \u201cI Just Can\u2019t Wait to Be King\u201d and \u201cHe Lives in You.\u201d When it comes to shows in NYC<\/a>, this one is a guaranteed crowdpleaser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wicked<\/em><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If your little munchkins find themselves spellbound by The Wizard of Oz<\/em>, Wicked<\/em> is the perfect Broadway musical to help their imaginations take flight. As a prequel to the iconic 1939 film starring Judy Garland, the Broadway sensations sends audience members back over the rainbow to a time before Elphaba and Glinda were the most famous witches in Oz and, instead, started out their parallel paths down the yellow brick road as roommates at Shiz University. (Note: Wicked<\/em> is recommended for kids 8 and up<\/a>, what with all the magic potions and flying monkeys zooming around the Gershwin Theatre<\/a>.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SIX<\/em><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For kids who are A) budding history buffs and B) fans of superstars like Ariana Grande and Lady Gaga, consider the pop extravaganza that is SIX. <\/em>The musical, which is fast becoming a modern classic, reimagines the six wives of Henry VIII as a girl group competing to share their stories and determine who had the worst experience as the king\u2019s spouse, blending history with empowering contemporary flair. The Tony Award-winning SIX <\/em>is recommended for ages 10 and up \u2014 perfect for the tween who\u2019s already seen Hamilton <\/em>five times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Gazillion Bubble Show<\/em><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Kiddos will have an un-bubble-lievably fun time at The Gazillion Bubble Show<\/em>. Hosted by \u201cMaster of Bubbles\u201d Fan Yang with help from his entire family, the show turns soapy suds into eye-popping magic and massive bubble masterpieces. Some kids in the audience might even find themselves inside a gigantic bubble before The Gazillion Bubble Sho<\/em>w\u2019s end! But honestly, this one is perfect for the whole family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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