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Take a Bite out of the Giant Peach at The Growing Stage

March 17, 2016 by Monica Atkins Leave a Comment
James and The Giant Peach

It was an honor to be invited to the opening weekend of James and the Giant Peach at The Growing Stage in Newton, NJ. We are very proud to partner with this amazing organization that brings the love of the performing arts to individuals of all ages. Since this was the second show my family … [Read more…]

Posted in: Performing Arts, The Arts Tagged: Children's Theatre, NJ Children's Theatre, performing arts

Showtime: Tips to Help Prepare Children for a Performance

January 7, 2016 by Monica Atkins Leave a Comment
Showtime Tips to Help Prepare Children for Performances

If it is a crowded and loud location it is not surprising if my child is screaming. It is not easy when your child has sensory challenges but as a parent I am seeking out strategies to encourage my children to attend performances despite the obstacles that lie ahead of us. Recently, I have begun … [Read more…]

Posted in: Parenting, Performing Arts, Special Needs, The Arts, Travel Tagged: Children's Theatre, Disney Side, Family Shows in NJ, NJ Theatre, performing arts, Theater Shows for Kids

A Christmas Carol: A True Holiday Classic

November 27, 2015 by Jessica Lopa Leave a Comment

Mommy University is so excited to partner again this season with The Growing Stage: The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey. They offer a family friendly environment perfect for a child’s first theatre experience. In exchange for tickets to each performance, we are so happy to be able to bring you all the entertainment this season … [Read more…]

Posted in: Holidays and Celebrations, Performing Arts, The Arts, Travel Tagged: Children's Theatre, Christmas events, holiday events, Holiday Shows, NJ Theatre, performing arts, The Growing Stage

The Growing Stage Presents…And Then Came Tango

March 20, 2015 by Jessica Lopa Leave a Comment

In full disclosure, we were provided tickets to this production in exchange for our honest review. Inspiring, Creative, Touching Those are the words that come to mind when I think about the new show And Then Came Tango, a world premiere production at The Growing Stage: The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey (located in Netcong, NJ). … [Read more…]

Posted in: The Arts, Travel Tagged: Children's Theatre, NJ Theatre, performing arts, The Growing Stage

Mayo Performing Arts Center Show Review: Sid the Science Kid Live

February 19, 2015 by Monica Atkins Leave a Comment

In full disclosure, we received four tickets from The Mayo Performing Arts Center for Sid the Science Kid Live in exchange for an honest review.  At Mommy University, we are big fans of Sid the Science Kid who appears on PBS.  In fact, we boasted about Sid in our article “Who is Sid the Science Kid?” … [Read more…]

Posted in: Performing Arts, The Arts Tagged: Children's Theatre, Mayo Performing Arts Center, NJ Theatre, performing arts, Sid the Science Kids, Theater Shows for Kids

Paper Mill Playhouse Presents Elf

December 4, 2014 by Jessica Lopa Leave a Comment

In full disclosure, I received 2 tickets to see Elf in exchange for my honest review. The movie Elf has been a family holiday movie tradition in my house since my kids were born. Okay, I will be honest, since BEFORE my kids were born. It is one of my favorite Christmas movies, and I … [Read more…]

Posted in: Holidays and Celebrations, The Arts, Travel Tagged: Children's Theatre, Holiday Shows, NJ Theatre, Paper Mill Playhouse, performing arts

The Growing Stage Presents Disney's The Little Mermaid

October 16, 2014 by Jessica Lopa Leave a Comment

In full disclosure, The Growing Stage provided us 3 tickets to The Little Mermaid in exchange for our honest review. Are you looking for a fun and exciting theatrical performance that the entire family will enjoy? This month, kids of all ages can enjoy a wonderful interpretation of Disney’s The Little Mermaid at The Growing … [Read more…]

Posted in: The Arts Tagged: Children's Theatre, Disney, NJ Farms, performing arts, The Growing Stage, The Little Mermaid

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