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)!
Sunday, February 8, 2026
Head Over Heels at The Station Theatre
Performance Time: 2:00 pm
The Station Theatre
Head Over Heels Songs by The Go-Go’s Based on ‘The Arcadia’ by Sir Philip Sidney Conceived and Original Book by Jeff Whitty Adapted by James Magruder Directed by Jacob Deters Music Direction by Caitlin Richardson Choreographed by Whitney Havice A mash-up of posh and punk, Head Over Heels is an…
Thursday, February 12, 2026
Central Drama Presents Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap
Performance Time: 7:00 pm
Decker Theater at Champaign Central High School
Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap | Friday thru Saturday, February 12 - 14, @ 7pm & Sunday, February 15 @ 2:30pm The world's longest-running play! After a local woman is murdered, the guests and staff at Monkswell Manor find themselves stranded during a snowstorm. It soon becomes clear that the killer…
Head Over Heels at The Station Theatre
Performance Time: 7:30 pm
The Station Theatre
Head Over Heels Songs by The Go-Go’s Based on ‘The Arcadia’ by Sir Philip Sidney Conceived and Original Book by Jeff Whitty Adapted by James Magruder Directed by Jacob Deters Music Direction by Caitlin Richardson Choreographed by Whitney Havice A mash-up of posh and punk, Head Over Heels is an…
Friday, February 13, 2026
Central Drama Presents Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap
Performance Time: 7:00 pm
Decker Theater at Champaign Central High School
Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap | Friday thru Saturday, February 12 - 14, @ 7pm & Sunday, February 15 @ 2:30pm The world's longest-running play! After a local woman is murdered, the guests and staff at Monkswell Manor find themselves stranded during a snowstorm. It soon becomes clear that the killer…
Head Over Heels at The Station Theatre
Performance Time: 7:30 pm
The Station Theatre
Head Over Heels Songs by The Go-Go’s Based on ‘The Arcadia’ by Sir Philip Sidney Conceived and Original Book by Jeff Whitty Adapted by James Magruder Directed by Jacob Deters Music Direction by Caitlin Richardson Choreographed by Whitney Havice A mash-up of posh and punk, Head Over Heels is an…
Saturday, February 14, 2026
Central Drama Presents Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap
Performance Time: 7:00 pm
Decker Theater at Champaign Central High School
Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap | Friday thru Saturday, February 12 - 14, @ 7pm & Sunday, February 15 @ 2:30pm The world's longest-running play! After a local woman is murdered, the guests and staff at Monkswell Manor find themselves stranded during a snowstorm. It soon becomes clear that the killer…
Head Over Heels at The Station Theatre
Performance Time: 7:30 pm
The Station Theatre
Head Over Heels Songs by The Go-Go’s Based on ‘The Arcadia’ by Sir Philip Sidney Conceived and Original Book by Jeff Whitty Adapted by James Magruder Directed by Jacob Deters Music Direction by Caitlin Richardson Choreographed by Whitney Havice A mash-up of posh and punk, Head Over Heels is an…
Sunday, February 15, 2026
Head Over Heels at The Station Theatre
Performance Time: 2:00 pm
The Station Theatre
Head Over Heels Songs by The Go-Go’s Based on ‘The Arcadia’ by Sir Philip Sidney Conceived and Original Book by Jeff Whitty Adapted by James Magruder Directed by Jacob Deters Music Direction by Caitlin Richardson Choreographed by Whitney Havice A mash-up of posh and punk, Head Over Heels is an…
Central Drama Presents Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap
Performance Time: 2:30 pm
Decker Theater at Champaign Central High School
Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap | Friday thru Saturday, February 12 - 14, @ 7pm & Sunday, February 15 @ 2:30pm The world's longest-running play! After a local woman is murdered, the guests and staff at Monkswell Manor find themselves stranded during a snowstorm. It soon becomes clear that the killer…
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Head Over Heels at The Station Theatre
Performance Time: 7:30 pm
The Station Theatre
Head Over Heels Songs by The Go-Go’s Based on ‘The Arcadia’ by Sir Philip Sidney Conceived and Original Book by Jeff Whitty Adapted by James Magruder Directed by Jacob Deters Music Direction by Caitlin Richardson Choreographed by Whitney Havice A mash-up of posh and punk, Head Over Heels is an…
Friday, February 20, 2026
Head Over Heels at The Station Theatre
Performance Time: 7:30 pm
The Station Theatre
Head Over Heels Songs by The Go-Go’s Based on ‘The Arcadia’ by Sir Philip Sidney Conceived and Original Book by Jeff Whitty Adapted by James Magruder Directed by Jacob Deters Music Direction by Caitlin Richardson Choreographed by Whitney Havice A mash-up of posh and punk, Head Over Heels is an…
Saturday, February 21, 2026
Head Over Heels at The Station Theatre
Performance Time: 7:30 pm
The Station Theatre
Head Over Heels Songs by The Go-Go’s Based on ‘The Arcadia’ by Sir Philip Sidney Conceived and Original Book by Jeff Whitty Adapted by James Magruder Directed by Jacob Deters Music Direction by Caitlin Richardson Choreographed by Whitney Havice A mash-up of posh and punk, Head Over Heels is an…
Sunday, February 22, 2026
Head Over Heels at The Station Theatre
Performance Time: 2:00 pm
The Station Theatre
Head Over Heels Songs by The Go-Go’s Based on ‘The Arcadia’ by Sir Philip Sidney Conceived and Original Book by Jeff Whitty Adapted by James Magruder Directed by Jacob Deters Music Direction by Caitlin Richardson Choreographed by Whitney Havice A mash-up of posh and punk, Head Over Heels is an…
Friday, March 27, 2026
St. Joseph-Ogden Spring Play | Dreamland
Performance Time: 7:00 pm
St. Joseph-Ogden High School
Come see the SJO Drama Program's production of Dreamland! They will have 3 different performances:Friday March 27th at 7pm Saturday March 28th at 7pm Sunday March 29th at 2pm Dreamland is a silly, fun, and energetic musical adaptation of Shakepeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. It comes complete with aliens, love…
Saturday, March 28, 2026
St. Joseph-Ogden Spring Play | Dreamland
Performance Time: 7:00 pm
St. Joseph-Ogden High School
Come see the SJO Drama Program's production of Dreamland! They will have 3 different performances:Friday March 27th at 7pm Saturday March 28th at 7pm Sunday March 29th at 2pm Dreamland is a silly, fun, and energetic musical adaptation of Shakepeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. It comes complete with aliens, love…
Sunday, March 29, 2026
St. Joseph-Ogden Spring Play | Dreamland
Performance Time: 2:00 pm
St. Joseph-Ogden High School
Come see the SJO Drama Program's production of Dreamland! They will have 3 different performances:Friday March 27th at 7pm Saturday March 28th at 7pm Sunday March 29th at 2pm Dreamland is a silly, fun, and energetic musical adaptation of Shakepeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. It comes complete with aliens, love…
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Urbana Park District | Youth Summer Theatre Auditions: Frozen
Performance Time: 4:00 pm - 8:15 pm
Phillips Recreation Center
Join Youth Summer Theatre for a full-scale musical production! Youth will attend rehearsals and perform in four live productions, location TBD. Learn singing, choreography, costuming, makeup, and stage presence. To schedule an audition, call 217-367-1544 or on their website using code 010. Auditions are held at the Phillips Recreation Center.…
Friday, April 17, 2026
Urbana Park District | Youth Summer Theatre Auditions: Frozen
Performance Time: 10:00 am - 4:15 pm
Phillips Recreation Center
Join Youth Summer Theatre for a full-scale musical production! Youth will attend rehearsals and perform in four live productions, location TBD. Learn singing, choreography, costuming, makeup, and stage presence. To schedule an audition, call 217-367-1544 or on their website using code 010. Auditions are held at the Phillips Recreation Center.…
Urbana Park District | Youth Summer Theatre Auditions: Frozen
Performance Time: 4:00 pm - 8:15 pm
Phillips Recreation Center
Join Youth Summer Theatre for a full-scale musical production! Youth will attend rehearsals and perform in four live productions, location TBD. Learn singing, choreography, costuming, makeup, and stage presence. To schedule an audition, call 217-367-1544 or on their website using code 010. Auditions are held at the Phillips Recreation Center.…
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Central Drama Presents: Shrek the Musical
Performance Time: 7:00 pm
Central High School
Shrek the Musical Thursday thru Saturday, April 23 - 25, 7pm Sunday, April 26 @ 2:30pm Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure, featuring all new songs from Jeanine Tesori (Thoroughly Modern Millie; Caroline, or Change) and a side splitting…
Friday, April 24, 2026
Central Drama Presents: Shrek the Musical
Performance Time: 7:00 pm
Central High School
Shrek the Musical Thursday thru Saturday, April 23 - 25, 7pm Sunday, April 26 @ 2:30pm Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure, featuring all new songs from Jeanine Tesori (Thoroughly Modern Millie; Caroline, or Change) and a side splitting…
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Central Drama Presents: Shrek the Musical
Performance Time: 7:00 pm
Central High School
Shrek the Musical Thursday thru Saturday, April 23 - 25, 7pm Sunday, April 26 @ 2:30pm Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure, featuring all new songs from Jeanine Tesori (Thoroughly Modern Millie; Caroline, or Change) and a side splitting…
Sunday, April 26, 2026
Central Drama Presents: Shrek the Musical
Performance Time: 2:30 pm
Central High School
Shrek the Musical Thursday thru Saturday, April 23 - 25, 7pm Sunday, April 26 @ 2:30pm Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure, featuring all new songs from Jeanine Tesori (Thoroughly Modern Millie; Caroline, or Change) and a side splitting…