Expect the world to change this June as Lifelight Theatre brings everyone's favorite practically perfect nanny to the stage in this supercalifragilisticexpialidocious musical adventure.
With songs from the beloved Disney movie and some new numbers by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe, this musical tells the story of the Banks family when Mary Poppins is hired as the nanny of their two children. Mary, along with her friend Bert, brings life, and a little bit of magic, into what was once a boring and strict household. Popular tunes include "Step in Time," "Let's Go Fly a Kite," " Spoonful of Sugar," "Feed the Birds," "Sumercalifragilisticexpialidocious" and "Chim Chim Cher-ee."
Pre-show events include Supercalifragilistic parties that feature story time with Mary, refreshments, VIP tableside autograph photo sessions with characters and receptions with delicious food.
Shows will be held June 2 and June 3 at 7 p.m. and June 4 at 2:30 and 7 p.m. At Westminster Christian Academy.
Tickets are $12 for ages 3 and up. Children 2 and under are free if seated on a lap.
More information and tickets: lifelightyouththeatre.com
The St. Louis African Arts Festival, held in Forest Park, celebrates the rich and diverse cultures of Africa and African people. Children's activities include storytelling, arts and crafts, mask-making and educational workshops. In conjunction with the festival, the Saint Louis Zoo will have special activities focused on a different African animal each day.
There are more than strawberries (but plenty of those too) at this festival! Kids can enjoy carnival rides, a petting farm, pony rides, the children's play area and lots more.
Families are invited to the Saint Louis Art Museum on Sunday afternoon to participate in free hands-on art activities with fun themes and to explore the galleries. Each Family Sunday focuses on a different family-friendly theme.
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See the Purina Incredible Dog Team perform extraordinary feats of athleticism and skill right here in St. Louis at Union Station this summer! Free performances are happening Thursdays through Sundays at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. at Union Station's Performance Plaza in front of the St. Louis Wheel.