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Best Family Shows in Pittsburgh

Life of Pi at Benedum Center

Life of Pi

After scooping a multitude of Olivier Awards for its debut run in London's West End, and three Tony Awards after its successful run on Broadway this stunning stage adaptation of Yann Martel's metaphysical novel heads out across the country! With the entire original creative team in tow, including breathtaking puppetry by Nick Barnes and Finn Caldwell. Don't miss this acclaimed new work!

Jan 28, 2025 - Feb 2, 2025

Benedum Center

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Cirque Musica at Palace Theatre

Cirque Musica

Catch the elegant marvels displayed by the stunning Cirque Musica. Backed full symphony orchestra, expect to hear your favorite holiday hits alongside the breathtaking magic of cirque! This festive season sees Cirque Musica back on the road with their Holiday Spectacular, a concert experience filled to the brim with festive fun and entertainment for all the family to enjoy.

The Nutcracker at Palace Theatre

The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker is one of the country's favorite Christmas events, and one of the most performed ballets in the world! This magical story of dancing toys and a Nutcracker prince is paired perfectly with Tchaikovsky's beautiful score. An annual Nutcracker performance by your local ballet company is the perfect way to welcome in Christmas with the whole family!

Monster Jam at PPG Paints Arena

Monster Jam

Going strong since the early 1990s, this bone-crunching, fuel-injected motor show gathers together the best drivers and monster trucks in the world to face off in the hopes of making it to the finals in Las Vegas. Expect to see amazing tricks, incredible stunts, and stunning pyrotechnics when this full-throttle show blazes into your town!

Feb 14 - 16, 2025

PPG Paints Arena

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Stomp at Benedum Center

Stomp

Inspiring the music-makers in all of us, international megahit Stomp conjures up intricate rhythms from everyday household items. Marvel as the cast of eight incredibly talented players fill your theater with an orchestra of percussion, with only garbage bin lids, hammers and broom sticks as their instruments.

Disney On Ice: Frozen and Encanto at PPG Paints Arena

Disney On Ice: Frozen and Encanto

Disney on Ice returns in this brand new spectacular that features characters and adventures from two of the studios' most popular recent animations- Frozen and Encanto! With sing-a-longs, feats of incredible ice-skating, and breathtaking acrobatics, this exciting new show brings the magic of both movies to life, offering an unforgettable live experience the whole family will love!

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