Palo Alto Children's Theatre

In an average year, Palo Alto Children’s Theatre, now in its 90th season, serves more than 57,000+ community members each year with theatrical productions and programs for youth ages 3 through high school. Performing arts education opportunities include onsite classes, camps, and production experiences, as well as theatrical Outreach Productions (grades 3-5) and Dance in Schools classes (grades K-2) in all twelve PAUSD Elementary Schools. Join our mailing list to stay connected.

Upcoming Programs

Playhouse Series: The Princess and the Pea

25 Apr 2026 With very simple sets and costumes, and lots of opportunities to get up and wiggle, this story-teller style theatre is perfect for young audience members, suggested ages two to six years old.

Palo Alto Children's Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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Main Stage: Roald Dahl's Matilda

30 Apr 2026 Come and watch Children's Theatre main stage production: Roald Dahl's Matilda.

Palo Alto Children's Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA

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Playhouse Series: The Three Little Pigs

30 May 2026 With very simple sets and costumes, and lots of opportunities to get up and wiggle, this story-teller style theatre is perfect for young audience members, suggested ages two to six years old.

Palo Alto Children's Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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