Press for New York City Children’s Theater
Media Coverage
Woody Guthrie’s Songs to Grow On Featured on Broadway World
Broadway World announces NYCCT’s upcoming production of Woody Guthrie’s Songs to Grow On and its upcoming tour across the five boroughs of New York City.
Celebrating 30 years: NYCCT 30th Anniversary Gala
New York City Children’s Theater celebrates 30 years of inspiring young audiences with an unforgettable anniversary gala, hosted by WABC anchor Sandra Bookman.
The Hula Hoopin’ Queen Featured in The Musical Theatre Report
The Musical Theatre Report featured The Hula-Hoopin’ Queen in its world premiere engagement at Theatre Row, praising the production’s enthusiastic reception from young audiences and families.
The Hula Hoopin’ Queen on Theater Pizzazz
Theater Pizzazz praised The Hula-Hoopin’ Queen for its joyful direction, catchy music, and positive lessons about community and competition for young audiences.
Watch Jasmin Richardson and Sammy Lopez on WABC here!
Watch Jasmin Richardson and Sammy Lopez discuss our new musical, The Hula Hoopin’ Queen on WABC here!
My First Nutcracker Featured on Broadway World
Broadway World highlights the playful, interactive magic of NYCCT’s My First Nutcracker.
Kristen Brooks Sandler Talks about My First Nutcracker on The Roundtable with Robert Bannon
Listen to The Roundtable with Robert Bannon and learn more about My First Nutcracker from Kristen Brooks Sandler!
The Pocket Park Kids Featured in Playbill
NYCCT’s The Pocket Park Kids cast and creative team featured in Playbill Online
Our New Season in Broadway World
NYCCT’s 2024–2025 season is announced on Broadway World!
My First Nutcracker on WFUV What’s What Podcast
Listen to WFUV’s What’s What Podcast and learn more about My First Nutcracker from Barbara Zinn Krieger and Nick Alselmo!
My First Nutcracker on PIX-11
NYCCT’s My First Nutcracker was featured on PIX-11 News this morning!
My First Nutcracker on Mommy Poppins
NYCCT’s My First Nutcracker was included on Mommy Poppins’ 2023 list of where to catch The Nutcracker!
Press Releases
NYCCT Brings Woody Guthrie’s Songs to Grow On to Families Across New York City
New York City Children’s Theater’s Woody Guthrie’s Songs to Grow On brings Woody Guthrie’s music to young audiences across NYC this fall. The interactive production for ages 2-5 begins its free borough tour September 26.
NYCCT Announces our 30th Anniversary Season!
New York City Children’s Theater is thrilled to announce its 2026–2027 Main Stage Season—an extraordinary lineup of three new, original productions that mark both the debut of our exciting new brand identity and the celebration of our 30th Anniversary.
Barbara Zinn Krieger on NYCCT’s 2022-23 Season!
This year we are excited to produce a completely virtual season, with shows for children of all ages, some developed and produced specifically for digital platforms.
NYCCT Announces our 25th Anniversary Season!
New York City Children’s Theater 25th anniversary season will include premiere performances of NYCCT’s Storyland Cabaret, Dory Fantasmagory, and Maya Angelou’s I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings!
New York City Children’s Theater will host a free PRIDE Creative Clubhouse Stories class for children ages 3-8!
New York City Children’s Theater will host a free PRIDE Creative Clubhouse Stories class for children ages 3-8 on Thursday, June 24th at 3pm to celebrate PRIDE Month!
Anika Larsen Joins the Board of Directors of New York City Children’s Theater!
New York City Children’s Theater will welcome Anika Larsen and Sammy Lopez to the NYCCT family. Tony Award nominee Anika Larsen (Beautiful: The Carole King Musical) has joined the company’s Board of Directors. Sammy Lopez (Be More Chill, co-producer), who directed NYCCT’s digital production, Same, Same, But Different, will join the artistic staff as the first resident director.
New York City Children’s Theater Announces Our 2020-21 Season!
This year we are excited to produce a completely virtual season, with shows for children of all ages, some developed and produced specifically for digital platforms.
Jenn Colella Leads a Reading of NYCCT’s Talk to Me
NYCCT is proud to present a reading of our new musical TALK TO ME with Abingdon Theatre Company and starring Jenn Collella, Zachary Noah Piser, Troy Iwata, and Brynn Williams!
We’re Proud to Serve All of New York City’s Children
We know that there’s power in coming together as a diverse, inclusive community. We promise to keep working to bridge the gaps that divide us.
Making Books Sing is now New York City Children’s Theater!
On Oct. 21st, 2014, Making Books Sing changed its name to New York City Children’s Theater. Since our beginnings at the Vineyard Theatre in 1996, we’ve grown as a company in every imaginable way.