MIKE THE KNIGHT™ CHARGES INTO GURNEE MILLS THIS WEEKEND

MIKE THE KNIGHT™ CHARGES INTO GURNEE MILLS THIS WEEKEND FOR
“MIKE THE KNIGHT AND THE MISSION FOR HIDDEN TREASURE”

Local children to enjoy two free live interactive musical show performances and special activities

Huzzah! On Saturday, June 8 Mike the Knight™ and his friends are galloping into Gurnee Mills, the largest outlet and value retail shopping destination in Illinois, for special live performances of Mike the Knight and the Mission for Hidden Treasure.  The free 20-minute interactive musical adventure will also feature Mike’s dragon, Squirt, from the beloved television series on Nick Jr., and includes meet & greets, photo opportunities, giveaways and a preview of the first Mike the Knight toys from Fisher-Price.  Performances will be held at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., with special activities to run until 2 p.m. in the Gurnee Mills Show Court.

It’s time to be a knight, and do it right!  Mike the Knight and the Mission for Hidden Treasure follows Mike, Squirt and friends, as they piece together clues to discover hidden treasure.  To help Mike accomplish his mission, audience members are invited to take on special fun-filled challenges alongside Mike and Squirt and learn lessons in knightliness.  After the show, young knights in training will have the opportunity to tell Mike the Knight what knightly deeds they have done and participate in a special knighting ceremony. Guests are encouraged to come dressed in knight and princess attire and participate in all of the fun.

“A great family-friendly destination, Gurnee Mills not only offers an unmatched selection of retailers, but also events and activities to create lasting memories with loved ones,” said Chelsie Petereit, director of marketing and business development at Gurnee Mills. “We are committed to providing a unique shopping experience and encourage members of the local community to take advantage of all that Gurnee Mills has to offer.”

Mike the Knight is a new CG-animated preschool series that invites viewers into a fantastical world of castles, quests, dragons and trolls that centers on Mike, a young knight-in-training, with a bright future ahead of him.  The son of the King and Queen of Glendragon, he is determined to follow in his father’s footsteps to become a brave and noble knight.  Co-produced by HIT Entertainment and Nelvana, the series currently airs on Nick Jr., Monday – Saturday, from 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.  Additionally, a new line of books featuring Mike the Knight just released from Simon & Schuster, as well as an all-new toy line from Fisher-Price and Mike’s first home entertainment title, Knight in Training, recently released on DVD from NCircle Entertainment.

Mike the Knight will be touring across 15 markets through July 13.  For more information about Mike the Knight and the Mission for Hidden Treasure” and other tour stops visit www.miketheknight.com/malltour.  Follow Mike the Knight on Facebook (www.facebook.com/miketheknightofficial) and Twitter @MikeTheKnightUS.

Donley’s Wild West Town Opens for the Summer Season on May 18th

I'm really not sure how I lived in this area all my life and don't remember ever hearing about this until about two years ago.  We still haven't made it out to check it out personally but hope to this summer.  Have you been? I'd love to hear what you thought!

UNION, Ill. - Donley’s Wild West Town, the charming Old West theme park in Union, Illinois, announced today that their 2013 summer season will begin on May 18. A family-owned business, Larry Donley, his wife, Helene, and their sons, Mike and Randy, started Donley’s Wild West Town in 1974 because of their passion for antiques. As their collections grew, they built the Wild West Town, Old West Saloon and Steakhouse, and Village Hall Banquets as additional attractions in McHenry County. Today, Donley’s welcomes families to explore a variety of rides and shows, including three daily Wild West shows, a vintage carousel from 1951, panning for gold, Runaway Mine Cars roller coaster, pony rides, a petting zoo, and the C.P. Huntington Train. It also features cowboy roping lessons, a slingshot and archery range, a pop gun shooting gallery, kid-powered handcars, venture canoeing, the Kids Korral playground and the Streets of Yesteryear Display.

Donley Auction Services is internationally recognized among collectibles' experts with over 40 years of experience and knowledge in the field of appraising, buying and selling antiques. Donley’s fascinating museum includes a variety of cowboy memorabilia including wooly chaps, gun belts, guns, spurs lariats, and boots. It also features Law & Order death masks from dead outlaws’ faces, gold and silver mining tools, Civil War weapons, medals, a Union soldier’s diary, and Larry Donley’s personal antique phonograph and music box collection. The Charles Edison Foundation judged the collection as one of the finest Edisonia displays in the U.S.! The museum and gift shop is open Friday and Saturday evenings from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. with complimentary admission to the museum for restaurant guests.

The Old West Saloon and Steakhouse provides a family-friendly environment filled with delicious “App-Ti-Yi-Yippy-Yay-Zers!” including Prairie Fire Chicken Wings, Rattlesnake Bites, and a Crock O’Chili, a variety of sandwiches and burgers, “Fallin’ Off the Bone” BBQ Ribs, Filet Mignon and the Cowboy Rib Eye. The “Li’l Cowpokes Menu” includes kid-friendly favorites like Wagon Wheel Pizza, Miner’s Gold Mac ‘N Cheese, Grizzly Gulch Grilled Cheese, and the Get Along Little Doggie hot dog. The Old West Saloon and Steakhouse also offers a Fryday Fish Fry Dinner special on Fridays, Slow Roasted Prime Rib on Saturdays and Oven Roasted Chicken on Sundays. Donley’s also has a private dining room perfect for birthdays, showers, anniversaries, rehearsal dinners, meetings, and luncheons, which seats up to 70 people.

Donley’s Village Hall Banquets is a rustic wedding venue that is ideal for country chic and elegant nuptials. The venue, which can accommodate up to 400 guests – the largest dance floor in McHenry County, provides space for an indoor or outdoor ceremony that can be highly personalized for each bride. From their attention to the bride and groom’s wishes and individualized decorating touches to a sophisticated banquet menu and affordable wedding packages, Donley’s is the place for one-of-a-kind, unique weddings.

Donley's Wild West Town is located in McHenry County at the intersection of Route 20 & S. Union Road, 3 miles south of the Village of Union at 8512 S. Union Rd. The park is daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on May 18 through August 23 (except May 20) and on Saturdays and Sundays from August 24 through October 27 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets are $15. For more information call 815.923.9000 or go to www.wildwesttown.com.

LEGO® Star Wars™ MINILAND is now open at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Chicago!

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago opened a brand new exhibit: LEGO® Star Wars™ MINILAND

Young Padawans will learn to harness the Force in LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago's first-ever LEGO Star Wars MINILAND - a large-scale, interactive LEGO model display, chronicling the adventures of Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace. Take part in a thrilling Podrace through treacherous terrain on the planet Tatooine, and help defeat the evil Droid Army on the rolling plains of Naboo.

Visit www.LEGOLANDDiscoveryCenter.com for more information and to buy your special rate tickets!

Last night my family got to get a sneak peak at the brand new exhibit and if you have a LEGO Star Wars fan, they will LOVE it!

 The boys got to take part in helping build a larger than life LEGO Yoda!

In addition to getting to be among the first few families to see the brand new exhibit, we also searched the existing MINILAND (featuring the familiar spots of Chicago) for Star Wars characters. And counted the pod racers hidden among the jungle exhibit.

 And of course there may have been some cupcakes...

 To make the evening extra special, Star Wars characters wandering LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago for the evening.  I couldn't get Bryan to go anywhere close to most of the characters so we didn't get a good group shot (and the lighting isn't great and light sabers really don't help).

Overall it was an fabulous evening. I love that my boys are getting old enough to enjoy places like this while I can sit back some and chat with friends and have a good time too!

photo courtesy of Cher @ MomandMore.com

 Thank you SO MUCH to LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago for hosting us for the Grand Opening of LEGO® Star Wars™ MINILAND!

 Visit www.LEGOLANDDiscoveryCenter.com for more information and to buy your special rate tickets!

FREEze Day at Brookfield Zoo, February 24th

Winter enthusiasts can bundle up and head to Brookfield Zoo for FREEze Day on Sunday, February 24—a free admission day featuring fun-filled activities for the entire family.

 Zoogoers of all ages can enjoy watching the four-legged friends and their owners from the Green Valley Dog Drivers (GVDD) demonstrate dog sledding at its best from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the zoo’s West Mall. (If snow is a no show, the sleds will be mounted on wheels.) Members of the Lemont-based organization will engage guests in games and musher talks with their canine teams.

Guests also can meet some special golden retrievers from K-9 Parish Comfort Dogs in Addison, who supported communities in the northeast United States affected by Hurricane Sandy as well as the Newtown, Connecticut, tragedy.

In addition, during a special Zoo Chat at 11:00 a.m. guests can learn about the bald eagle and meet one of the zoo’s up close.

Throughout February, admission to Brookfield Zoo is free on Sundays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. A $10 parking fee still applies.

For further information, visit www.CZS.org or call (708) 688-8000.

The Chicago Zoological Society, which manages Brookfield Zoo, inspires conservation leadership by connecting people with wildlife and nature. The Chicago Zoological Society is a private nonprofit organization that operates Brookfield Zoo on land owned by the Forest Preserve District of Cook County. Open every day of the year, the zoo is located off First Avenue between the Stevenson (I-55) and Eisenhower (I-290) expressways and is also accessible via the Tri-State Tollway (I-294), Metra commuter line, CTA, and PACE bus service.

Snowflakes for Sandy Hook

 
What a great activity to do with your own kids while they're on winter break.  Of course you can use your imagination and create your own personal designs.  But in case you need some inspirations I've put together a list of sties that have some super patterns!

Papersnowflakes.com

Marcels Kid Crafts

Allseasonsnowflakes.com

Kinderart.com

Daves-snowflakes.com

Sifteo Cubes Interactive Game System Review

Sifteo Cubes are a very cool interactive, tactile game platform that make you the talk of the town.  We recently received a set of Sifteo Cubes (and one add on cube) to test out.  I first opened it after the boys had gone to bed.  It took a just a couple minutes to set up as you need to put batteries in the main unit and each of the cubes.  After that the hardest part will be deciding which game to play first.  Sifteo comes preloaded with 4 games and additional games are available for download.  I played, all by myself, for hours that first night.  You'll be addicted to tilting, turning and tapping in no time. I really liked Chroma Splash which is a shape matching game.  It feels similar to a lot of the match and destroy type games available online but with the ability to turn and tilt the cubes before matching them up together the possibilities and sometimes the challenge are far greater than anything else I've seen online.  I also had a lot of fun with Sandwich Kingdom which is a little more like your traditional video game but to create your path you have to manipulate the cubes to keep yourself going.  The kids also liked Sandwich Kingdom.  But Johnny loved Cube Buddies which was fun to watch him play.  It's sort of a puzzle/logic game but done with fun creatures you create by swapping their features back and forth between cubes...you'd have to see it to really understand.  And Code Cracker and Word Caravan are great educational games that are still fun. 

Sifteo Cubes are recommended for ages 7 and up which I think is fair because some of the games involve math and a lot of logic and reasoning.  But Bryan (not quite 5) enjoyed helping manipulate the cubes with my help and instruction.

The best part of Sifteo is that because you're constantly moving and the games feels like its constantly moving and changing, it keeps your attention much longer.  As I said, I played for several hours the first time without even realizing it.  The next day I tossed the cubes in the bag that is included and brought them with to help entertain the boys during Timmy's Robotics competition (an all day event).  Johnny spent literally all morning playing with them quietly on the floor.  And no fewer than 4 people stopped to ask what it was that he was playing with.  Each person checked it out, asked more questions and then made sure to get the full name so they could purchase it or look into it more.  It really is a cool system unlike anything anyone has seen!
 

Here's some great info on Sifteo Cubes but be sure to check them out online for more info:

• Sifteo Cubes website

• Sifteo on Facebook

• Sifteo on Twitter

How Sifteo Cubes Work

Sifteo Cubes respond to your moves. Neighbor Sifteo Cubes side-by-side or top-to-bottom and watch them interact for totally unique gameplay. You can also shake, tilt, flip and press cubes for endless combinations. Your cubes operate as a single game interface, and can be played single player or multiplayer, depending on the game. Expand your play possibilities by downloading more games (using the Sifteo Desktop Software) and adding additional cubes.

The ultra-compact Sifteo base runs the show. It stores your games, plays game music and sound effects, and wirelessly talks with the cubes. Purchase additional games using the Sifteo Desktop Software (you will need a Mac or PC with a USB 2.0 port) and they'll be synced automatically when you plug the Sifteo Base into your computer. Then toss your cubes and base into the included soft carrying case, and play on the go!
Big tech in a little package. Cutting-edge technology powers the capabilities of each sturdy 1.7-inch Sifteo Cube and the Sifteo Base.

• Modern, playful user interface
• Touch sensitive screen
• Proximity sensors to detect nearby cubes
• Precision 3-axis accelerometer responds
  to motion

 

What's Included:

• 3 Sifteo Cubes
• Sifteo Base with speaker and USB port, pre-loaded with 4 included titles
• 4 included game titles: Chroma Splash, Cube Buddies, Code Cracker, and Word Caravan
• Free download of Sandwich Kingdom, an adventure quest where players explore the four corners of a playful fantasy world (limited time only - a $10 value!)
• Micro USB cable
• 5 AAA Batteries
• Soft carrying case

pictured is Sifteo Cubes Game System and one add on cube

  Also available for Sifteo:

Sleuth and slide—ninja style!  

Turtle Power! The highly anticipated game Ninja Slide, brought to you by Sifteo in partnership with Nickelodeon, is now live! 

Play as a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle to outsmart the enemy mastermind and save the city. Can you think like a ninja?

My boys LOVED this!!

Thanks to Sifteo for the chance to check out this product which is now a family favorite!! 

Our Kalahari Resorts, Wisconsin Dells Stay Part 1

 Last Saturday I woke my kids up at 4:30 am and made them get dressed and get in the car, headed for an unknown destination.  I will regularly keep our plans secret from them just in case things fall through, someone gets sick, etc but we aren't usually driving three hours.  I have to say I was impressed with how well they did with the tight quarters (we took my compact car), long drive and early hour.

This photo is them seeing our destination...Kalahari Resort, Wisconsin Dells.

There was a special little welcome at the front desk when we arrived.

And we had just a minute to check out our room before we had to go to breakfast.
We had a two bedroom, two bathroom suite.  This is the master bedroom.

 Check out the adorable towel elephant.

 The fabulous living area complete with a fireplace and large balcony.

 Master bathroom with large whirlpool tub that I tried out Sunday morning and didn't want to ever leave.  But having TWO bathrooms in a hotel was amazing.  I don't even have that at home and its so nice to have after getting back from the water park when everyone was wanting to change.

The second bath was small but plenty for the boys.

 We found some fun Kalahari shirts and toys waiting for us so we changed before we headed to breakfast.

We had a delicious breakfast buffet while hearing about the plans for our stay.

We preordered our lunch before we left breakfast.

 And then we were off to the waterpark. 

We were thrilled with Kalahari's indoor water park.  With a great wave pool (with a small play area in it), a lazy river, a huge water play area with about 8 small slides, a great play pool with floating lily pads and basketball hoops.  And Bryan's favorite was Tiko's Watering Hole which had a pint sized lazy river with small intertubes (with bottoms for the center) and small fountains and slides.  Of course there were also a TON of large water slides and the FLow Rider surf area.

After some free time in the waterpark we checked out the Flow Rider with their pro who took each of the boys out to try it despite their apprehension.  I MAY have bribed my kids with $5 for going on their tummy and $10 if they attempted to stand up.  They both did give it a go and used thier $10 to buy the photo of their ride.

 Timmy above, Johnny below

I was so proud of them for getting in there and givin it a try.  They originally wanted to go again but we ran out of time to do it right away and they were either too distracted or lost their nerve cuz they never made it back.

We then had lunch and a little more time to play in the waterpark before I hosted a twitter party poolside.

I will share about the rest of our stay next week.  But for now, if you'd like to stay at Kalahari Resorts, go enter my giveaway for a 1 Night Stay HERE.

Disclosure: Our family  was hosted by Kalahari Resorts in exchange for my posts. All opinions are my own.

THE RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR TO BRING AN ALL NEW PRODUCTION TO THE AKOO THEATRE AT ROSEMONT DECEMBER 14-30, 2012

Growing up we went to a lot of shows but one thing we never did was get to see the iconic Rockettes.  Every Christmas I see the ads on TV for The Rockettes and think, oh NEXT YEAR, I'm SO getting there.  But then it just works out.  Until now, I'm thrilled to say I'm taking my boys to opening night of this amazing show. Read on to learn more about the show and find purchase info at the very bottom!!

THE ROCKETTES TAKE CHICAGO ON AN UNPARALLELED
CHRISTMAS JOURNEY THIS HOLIDAY SEASON FEATURING
NEW SCENES, DAZZLING COSTUMES AND A 50-FOOT LED SCREEN COUPLED WITH SHOW STOPPING ROCKETTES PERFORMANCES

MSG Entertainment (MSGE) announces an all new production of the Radio City Christmas Spectacular, starring the Rockettes, as Chicago audiences will experience the magic of Christmas like never before. In this multi-faceted production, the Rockettes will dance their way through an awe-inspiring journey with new scenes, an array of glamorous new costumes, dramatic lighting effects, and a 50-foot LED screen that will enhance the show with breathtaking new imagery. The Christmas Spectacular will run at the Akoo Theatre at Rosemont from December 14-30, 2012.

“We are thrilled to return to Chicago at the Akoo Theatre at Rosemont with an all new edition of the Radio City Christmas Spectacular,” said Don Simpson, executive vice president of productions, MSG Entertainment. “With new technological enhancements and show-stopping performance elements, the 2012 production offers a truly immersive experience like nothing Chicago audiences have ever seen before. Returning audiences will be amazed by the transformation of the Christmas Spectacular, and new fans will not want to miss this show.”

The Rockettes have a long-standing relationship with the Rosemont Theatre with the debut of the Radio City Christmas Spectacular in 1997. This year marks the 11th season the Christmas Spectacular will perform at the Rosemont Theatre, the last production being in 2008.For many Chicago area families, seeing the Rockettes perform in the beloved holiday show has become a family tradition and this year audiences can experience the magic of the holidays with an all new production. While in Chicago, the Rockettes also become known as an embodiment of the spirit of giving and embracing the community by participating in many great local charitable initiatives including collecting coats and canned food for the needy, visiting children’s hospitals and helping to raise awareness for worthy causes.

This year, the Radio City Christmas Spectacular celebrates 85 magical years of the Rockettes, commemorating their past, present and future in this unprecedented milestone year. The Rockettes have remained a timeless tradition as American icons throughout their 85 year legacy. They continue to take the Christmas Spectacular to new heights, dazzling audiences with their performance style as it continues to be both deceivingly complex and entirely glamorous. 

This year’s production will feature a 50-foot LED screen that will transport the audience to Times Square and Santa’s Workshop with Santa and the Rockettes, using new technology with the Christmas Spectacular’s classic holiday numbers to enhance the production. The 2012 edition of the show will introduce new sets and special effects that will immerse audiences in the magic of Christmas like never before.

In addition to fan favorite scenes, including the high-energy, tap-infused number “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” the Rockettes will debut new numbers that will showcase their signature precision dance technique alongside challenging and dynamic new choreography.

In a brand new scene, “New York at Christmas,” the Rockettes will board a life size double-decker tour bus, taking audiences on a guided tour through the streets of New York City. This scene includes show-stopping choreography performed across the landscape of iconic New York City landmarks and culminates in the “crossroads of the world,” Times Square.

Santa Claus will take center stage in two magical new scenes: “Magic is There,” in which Santa takes two young brothers on a journey to the North Pole, and “Here Comes Santa Claus,” a number that reveals how Santa can be in multiple places at once. These heartwarming moments highlight the true meaning of Christmas in a way that only Santa himself can convey. 

A new Rockettes finale will honor and celebrate the stars of the Christmas Spectacular featuring dazzling new costumes and choreography. The Rockettes will sparkle from the stage in the finale performance “Let Christmas Shine,” wearing a costume featuring over 3,000 crystals. As the performance comes to a close, audiences will have the opportunity to lend their voices alongside the “Radio City Singers” in an energetic rendition of “Joy to the World.”

Beloved numbers such as “Parade of the Wooden Soldiers,” which continues to set the standard as the signature Rockettes number for precision performance, and “The Living Nativity,” both of which have been performed since the Christmas Spectacular’s inception, still remain a vital part of the show’s core.

In the Christmas Spectacular’s18-year combined history outside of New York, as well as the production at Radio City Music Hall, the show has played to more than 72 million people. The Christmas Spectacular continues to create memories that audiences have come to treasure, and this year will mark an all new Spectacular experience for Chicago.

Ticket Information
The Radio City Christmas Spectacular, presented by Chase, plays at the Akoo Theatre at Rosemont during the 2012 holiday season for 34 dazzling performances, December 14-30, 2012. A limited number of Premium seats are available for $79.00 - $89.00 and single ticket prices range from $30.00 - $75.50. Tickets for the Radio City Christmas Spectacular are on sale to the public at the Akoo Theatre at Rosemont box office, online at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling 800-745-3000. Groups of 10 or more may reserve tickets now by contacting Group Theater Tix at 312-423-6612.

Disclosure: I have been provided with complimentary tickets in order to facilitate a show review. 

BATMAN LIVE World Arena Tour Hits BMO Harris Bank Center November 30 thru December 2

For the first time in DC Comics history, Batman - the worlds most popular DC Super Hero - is now an all-new, live-action arena spectacular which is taking the world by storm. BATMAN LIVE is a 15 million dollar stage production with an original story featuring a 43 strong cast of actors and circus trained acrobats, a 3D Gotham City landscape, a bespoke symphonic score, custom-built state-of-the-art stage, a 100 foot bat-shaped LED video wall, pyrotechnics and the impressive Batmobile, designed especially for the show by legendary racing car designer Professor Gordon Murray.

Faithfully adapted from the DC Comics characters and stories, BATMAN LIVE focuses on Robins quest for justice, which leads him to follow in the footsteps of his hero the mysterious vigilante known as Batman, much to the dismay of his protective guardian, billionaire Bruce Wayne, whom the audience knows is secretly Batman. This dynamic triangle resolves itself in a non-stop thrill-ride across Gotham City that transforms Bruce Wayne and Dick Grayson into the legendary crime-fighters, Batman and Robin. The adventure transports the audience from the Big Top of Haly's Circus to the depths of Arkham Asylum, and from the glittering peaks of the Penguins Iceberg Lounge to the subterranean wonders that await inside the Batcave.  Batman Live is coming to Rockford!  Save $10 use promo code: BATMAN  Click HERE to Purchase

How fun does this show sound?  OMG, my boys will die.  I had no clue this show even existed.  

Our family will receive complimentary tickets for spreading the word about the show. 

Follow the yellow brick road to the Kohl Children’s Museum for a chance to step into the pages of “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz” through 1/6/2013

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz exhibit features larger than life pop-up books that dazzle the eyes and stimulates the mind. Each section of this exhibit, based on the book published in 1900 by L. Frank Baum and illustrated by W. W. Denslow, is an oversized three-dimensional page from the original story. Experience science, art and history through the magic of this timeless story and instill a love of reading and storytelling in young children. My readers receive $1 Off Child admission with this coupon CLICK HERE
 

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz was developed by the Great Explorations Children's Museum.

Sesame Street Live “Elmo Makes Music” at Akoo Theatre

 

Earlier this year we attended our first Sesame Street Live production and I was blown away.  From the moment we walked in the door we were ON Sesame Street.  The kids had a great time and I would highly recommend checking out their shows!

Mark your calendar for a musical event like no other—monsters making music! Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Big Bird and all their Sesame Street friends are taking to the stage to share their love of music in Sesame Street Live “Elmo Makes Music” at Akoo Theatre at Rosemont from Thursday, May 2 through Sunday, May 5. Tickets for all nine performances are on sale now.

 

Jenny, an enthusiastic new music teacher, arrives on Sesame Street only to discover that her instruments are missing. Jenny’s new Muppet friends quickly come to the rescue and discover ‘instruments’ they never knew existed…rubber duckies, trash can lids and even cookie jars. Elmo, Abby Cadabby and friends teach children that everyone can make and enjoy beautiful music together.

 

Like television’s Sesame Street, each Sesame Street Live production features timeless lessons for all ages. Through the razzle-dazzle of this Broadway-quality musical production, children learn about patience, acceptance and teamwork.

 

The universal appeal of a Sesame Street Live production continues long after preschool. Adults will appreciate the high-tech stagecraft, cleverly written scripts, and music they’ll recognize and enjoy sharing with children, such as “The Hustle,” “You Should Be Dancing” and “Rockin’ Robin.” “Elmo Makes Music” features nearly two dozen songs, including classics that children will love to sing along with such as “C Is for Cookie” and “The Alphabet Song.”

 

Wednesday May 1 

7 p.m. 

 (* Exclusive WTTW Benefit Performance)

 

Thursday May 2 

10:30 a.m. & 7 p.m. 

(*Opening Night Offer)

 

Friday May 3 

10:30 a.m. & 7 p.m.

 

Saturday May 4 

10:30 a.m., 2 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.

 

Sunday May 5 

1 p.m. & 4:30 p.m.

 

Where:  

Akoo Theatre at Rosemont

5400 North River Road

 Rosemont, IL 60018

 

Tickets:

$15, $25 and $30.

A limited number of $40 Gold Circle seats and $90  Sunny Seats** are also available. *Opening Night, all seats (excluding Gold Circle and Sunny Seats) are $15. A facility fee of $2 will be added to ticket prices. Additional fees and special offers may apply.

 

**Special $90 Sunny Seat packages are available at all shows. Sunny Seats feature VIP seats and a pre-show Meet & Greet with two Sesame Street Live friends.

 

**** Join WTTW11 on Wednesday, May 1 at 7 p.m. Call 773-588-1111 for ticket prices and more information.

 

For more information, call 847-671-5100. To charge tickets by phone, please call Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000. Tickets may also be purchased online at www.ticketmaster.com. For information online, please visit www.sesamestreetlive.com. Become a fan of Sesame Street Live on Facebook.