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Family-Friendly Events

We list age recommendations for all of our performances on ums.org as a helpful guide, but we understand that every child is different and trust parents or caregivers to determine whether a specific performance is a good fit.

Recommended Events

Joyce DiDonato and Kings Return
Family Friendly
Performance

The charismatic four-piece a cappella quartet Kings Return joins forces with mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato in a special holiday program.

Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis
Family Friendly
Performance

The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra honors the rich heritage of Duke Ellington, Count Basie, and Louis Armstrong while presenting a stunning variety of new works from illustrious names, many of whom perform regularly with the ensemble. From swinging to supple, it’s all sheer jazz perfection — and no wonder their regular appearances are UMS audience favorites!

La Santa Cecilia with Sonia De Los Santos
Family Friendly
Performance

Named for the patron saint of music, La Santa Cecilia draws inspiration from all over the world, utilizing Pan-American rhythms including cumbia, bossa nova, rumba, bolero, tango, jazz, and klezmer music. This family-friendly concert features opening artist Sonia De Los Santos whose uplifting set celebrates women who make music in a joyful journey of Latin American rhythms.

Stories of Oceania
Digital Event
Family Friendly
School Day Performance

Filled with humor, music and movement, these songs, dances and folktales not only teach about our past but provide valuable wisdom for growing up today and our collective future.