New York, NY - This summer, Drama Desk Award-winning TADA! Youth Theater concludes its 2025-26 season with The Little Moon Theater running July 11–31, 2026. It's a whimsical and charming musical based on the beloved book by award-winning author Irene Haas.

Follow a troupe of child actors who travel from town to town granting wishes through their performances. Along the way, they encounter a colorful cast of characters including a boy with his pet snake, a dog in love with the moon, and a fairy godmother who must grant one last wish before she can retire. Experience the joy of friendship, the magic of wishes coming true in unexpected ways, and the triumph of being accepted for who you are. It’s a treasured picture book come to life!

The Little Moon Theater is perfect for audiences as young as three and runs approximately one hour. With engaging storytelling, catchy music, colorful characters, and budget-friendly tickets, this production brings the joy and imagination of childhood to audiences of every age.

TADA! original mainstage productions are performed by members of the Resident Youth Ensemble of TADA! (RYET), a talented group of young performers ages 8-18. RYET members receive free, year-round, pre-professional training in singing, acting, and dancing. This includes rigorous musical theater instruction while building confidence, discipline, and a sense of community within an inclusive and supportive environment. 

Event Details:

What: The Little Moon Theater: An Original Musical by TADA! Youth Theater

Directed by: Janine Nina Trevens

Choreography by: Kim Grier-Martinez

Music by: Joel Gelpe

Lyrics by: Michael Slade

Where: TADA! Youth Theater, 15 W 28th Street, 2nd Floor, NYC 10001

When: July 11 - July 31, 2026

Opening Night: Saturday, July 11th at 7pm

Tuesday - Friday: 11am & 1:30pm

Saturdays: 2pm

Closing: Saturday, July 31st at 4pm

Special Events After the Show:
The Little Moon Theater Song & Dance Workshop

Learn a song and the dance from the show with the cast and TADA! Choreographer Kim Grier-Martinez. Enjoy a rare opportunity to learn a song from the fun musical you just watched!

Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026 after the show ($10 fee)

Post-Show Talkback with the Cast:
Have questions for the cast? Get them ready, because here’s your chance!
Date: Friday, July 17, 2026 after the 1:30pm Show Only!

Tickets: $15 for Kids (15 & under)| $30 for Adults (+up to 2 booking fee for all tickets)
Click HERE for Tickets

Discount Tickets Are Available: Don’t Let Cost Stop You From Seeing a TADA! Show
Pay-What-You-Can Tickets are Available at the Box Office Starting at $1. (Cash Only)
( One Hour Prior to Every Show)

Special Group Rates are Available for 15 or more people.
$10 Tickets (Children & Adults) - Up to 66% discount
Email: dmartinez@tadatheater.com to book your group

About TADA! Youth Theater:
TADA! Youth Theater is a unique, Drama Desk Award-winning nonprofit that has been creating original musicals for children, teens, and family audiences since 1984. Co-founded by Janine Nina Trevens, TADA! has made musical theater programs and education accessible to youth across New York City for over 40 years. Through education and musical theater programs, TADA! encourages young people’s self-confidence and creativity, and helps to develop advanced skills in leadership, communication, responsibility, collaboration, and problem-solving skills on the stage and beyond.