Picks of the Week: March 11-17
Bello Mania, Tubby the Tuba, Randy Kaplan, and A (Tooth) Fairy Tale.
Bello Nock at New Victory Theater, photo by Bello Nock
Happy Monday! We’ve chosen a few sure-hit performances and concerts this week for your family’s enjoyment. So without further ado, here’s this week’s installment of Picks of the Week.
Friday, March 15-Sunday, March 17
Bello Mania
The New Victory Theater
Various times
Bello Nock will be clowning it up at The New Victory Theater in his brand-new show “Bello Mania.” One of the world’s best circus clowns, formerly with Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey, Bello and his troupe will amaze with their silly stunts and trampoline tricks. Suitable for ages 4 and up. Tickets start at $14. Runs through March 31.
Saturday, March 16
Tubby the Tuba, Narrated by Patti Smith
Lincoln Center’s Avery Fisher Hall
11 am & 1 pm
The Little Orchestra Society presents George Kleinsinger and Paul Tripp’s timeless children’s story for concert orchestra, Tubby the Tuba. Narrated by legendary rocker Patti Smith, this one-day-only performance tells the story of a tuba’s quest to enhance his role in the orchestra. Conducted by David Alan Miller. Tickets start at $15.
Randy Kaplan
Symphony Space
11 am & 2 pm
Children’s music star Randy Kaplan has been wowing families for 10 years with his skillful blend of blues, folk, and American roots music. His epic shows feature a mix of his original songs and covers of Broadway musical numbers and tin pan alley classics. Tickets are $13 for kids and $20 for adults.
Saturday, March 16-Sunday, March 17
A (Tooth) Fairy Tale
Vital Theatre
11 am & 1 pm
What happens when a boy switches places with the Tooth Fairy? All ages will find out during Vital Theatre Company’s production of A (Tooth) Fairy Tale. This 50-minute performance is just the right length for even the youngest members of your family. Tickets start at $25. Runs through April 28.