Champaign-Urbana area students have been busy rehearsing while school is out, and there are numerous performances you can catch this summer with your family
Families with children of all ages can find a performance to enjoy this summer
Youth all over Champaign-Urbana and beyond work hard to put on top-notch theater productions during the summer, when they pack their efforts into just a few short months of rehearsals. You’ll find student performers of course, and depending on the production, students will help with tech, perform music and more. These performances make great shows to take young kids to — depending on the show of choice, that is. Kids love to see kids performing on stage and who knows — maybe your child will be inspired to try it someday!
Our list is intended to include family-friendly shows in the Champaign-Urbana area, but you know your own children and are encouraged to do your own research on the age-appropriateness of certain productions. Also, know that some of these might sell out during prime performance times due to their popularity. While we try to focus on shows that are low-cost, ticket prices vary greatly, so please read the fine print for each show.
Enjoy the show(s)!
Friday, November 22, 2024
Centennial High School Playmakers Presents: Testing, Testing
Performance Time: 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Centennial High School
The Centennial High School Playmakers are excited to invite you to their fall play, "Testing, Testing." Nov. 22 & 23 at 7 p.m. Nov. 24 at 2 p.m. Performed in the Aldridge Auditorium at Champaign Centennial High School. Tickets: $10 adults, $7 seniors/students, $5 children 12 and under
Proof at the Twin City Theatre Company
Performance Time: 7:30 pm
Urbana Champaign Independent Media Center
A Pulitzer Prize-winning play deals with themes that will be familiar to our university community. Proof opens with Catherine, the 20-something daughter of an esteemed mathematician at the University of Chicago, who has just laid her father to rest after a prolonged mental illness. Robert, Catherine's father, had once been…
Saturday, November 23, 2024
Centennial High School Playmakers Presents: Testing, Testing
Performance Time: 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Centennial High School
The Centennial High School Playmakers are excited to invite you to their fall play, "Testing, Testing." Nov. 22 & 23 at 7 p.m. Nov. 24 at 2 p.m. Performed in the Aldridge Auditorium at Champaign Centennial High School. Tickets: $10 adults, $7 seniors/students, $5 children 12 and under
Proof at the Twin City Theatre Company
Performance Time: 7:30 pm
Urbana Champaign Independent Media Center
A Pulitzer Prize-winning play deals with themes that will be familiar to our university community. Proof opens with Catherine, the 20-something daughter of an esteemed mathematician at the University of Chicago, who has just laid her father to rest after a prolonged mental illness. Robert, Catherine's father, had once been…
Sunday, November 24, 2024
Centennial High School Playmakers Presents: Testing, Testing
Performance Time: 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Centennial High School
The Centennial High School Playmakers are excited to invite you to their fall play, "Testing, Testing." Nov. 22 & 23 at 7 p.m. Nov. 24 at 2 p.m. Performed in the Aldridge Auditorium at Champaign Centennial High School. Tickets: $10 adults, $7 seniors/students, $5 children 12 and under
Proof at the Twin City Theatre Company
Performance Time: 2:00 pm
Urbana Champaign Independent Media Center
A Pulitzer Prize-winning play deals with themes that will be familiar to our university community. Proof opens with Catherine, the 20-something daughter of an esteemed mathematician at the University of Chicago, who has just laid her father to rest after a prolonged mental illness. Robert, Catherine's father, had once been…
Thursday, December 5, 2024
Rantoul's A Christmas Carol
Performance Time: 7:00 pm
Rantoul Historical Society
Experience the timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge as he discovers the true spirit of Christmas. Bring your family and friends for an unforgettable night filled with laughter, music, and the holiday spirit! This special production of A Christmas Carol, presented by Rod Sickler, will have proceeds benefiting the Rantoul Theatre…
Friday, December 6, 2024
Rantoul's A Christmas Carol
Performance Time: 7:00 pm
Rantoul Historical Society
Experience the timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge as he discovers the true spirit of Christmas. Bring your family and friends for an unforgettable night filled with laughter, music, and the holiday spirit! This special production of A Christmas Carol, presented by Rod Sickler, will have proceeds benefiting the Rantoul Theatre…
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Rantoul's A Christmas Carol
Performance Time: 7:00 pm
Rantoul Historical Society
Experience the timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge as he discovers the true spirit of Christmas. Bring your family and friends for an unforgettable night filled with laughter, music, and the holiday spirit! This special production of A Christmas Carol, presented by Rod Sickler, will have proceeds benefiting the Rantoul Theatre…
Sunday, December 8, 2024
Rantoul's A Christmas Carol
Performance Time: 2:00 pm
Rantoul Historical Society
Experience the timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge as he discovers the true spirit of Christmas. Bring your family and friends for an unforgettable night filled with laughter, music, and the holiday spirit! This special production of A Christmas Carol, presented by Rod Sickler, will have proceeds benefiting the Rantoul Theatre…
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
Uni High Fine Arts Presents: Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol
Performance Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
University Laboratory High School
Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol 4 shows performed in the North Attic of University Laboratory High School Dec. 11, 6 p.m. Dec. 12-13, 7 p.m. Dec. 14, 11 a.m. Tickets will be sold online. Any remaining tickets will be sold at the door. Email guyotte@illinois.edu with questions.
Thursday, December 12, 2024
Rantoul's A Christmas Carol
Performance Time: 7:00 pm
Rantoul Historical Society
Experience the timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge as he discovers the true spirit of Christmas. Bring your family and friends for an unforgettable night filled with laughter, music, and the holiday spirit! This special production of A Christmas Carol, presented by Rod Sickler, will have proceeds benefiting the Rantoul Theatre…
Uni High Fine Arts Presents: Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol
Performance Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
University Laboratory High School
Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol 4 shows performed in the North Attic of University Laboratory High School Dec. 11, 6 p.m. Dec. 12-13, 7 p.m. Dec. 14, 11 a.m. Tickets will be sold online. Any remaining tickets will be sold at the door. Email guyotte@illinois.edu with questions.
Friday, December 13, 2024
Rantoul's A Christmas Carol
Performance Time: 7:00 pm
Rantoul Historical Society
Experience the timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge as he discovers the true spirit of Christmas. Bring your family and friends for an unforgettable night filled with laughter, music, and the holiday spirit! This special production of A Christmas Carol, presented by Rod Sickler, will have proceeds benefiting the Rantoul Theatre…
Uni High Fine Arts Presents: Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol
Performance Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
University Laboratory High School
Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol 4 shows performed in the North Attic of University Laboratory High School Dec. 11, 6 p.m. Dec. 12-13, 7 p.m. Dec. 14, 11 a.m. Tickets will be sold online. Any remaining tickets will be sold at the door. Email guyotte@illinois.edu with questions.
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Uni High Fine Arts Presents: Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol
Performance Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
University Laboratory High School
Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol 4 shows performed in the North Attic of University Laboratory High School Dec. 11, 6 p.m. Dec. 12-13, 7 p.m. Dec. 14, 11 a.m. Tickets will be sold online. Any remaining tickets will be sold at the door. Email guyotte@illinois.edu with questions.
Rantoul's A Christmas Carol
Performance Time: 7:00 pm
Rantoul Historical Society
Experience the timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge as he discovers the true spirit of Christmas. Bring your family and friends for an unforgettable night filled with laughter, music, and the holiday spirit! This special production of A Christmas Carol, presented by Rod Sickler, will have proceeds benefiting the Rantoul Theatre…
Sunday, December 15, 2024
Rantoul's A Christmas Carol
Performance Time: 2:00 pm
Rantoul Historical Society
Experience the timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge as he discovers the true spirit of Christmas. Bring your family and friends for an unforgettable night filled with laughter, music, and the holiday spirit! This special production of A Christmas Carol, presented by Rod Sickler, will have proceeds benefiting the Rantoul Theatre…