Two visually spectacular limited-engagement experiences coming to downtown Cincinnati
CINCINNATI – This June, The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati (TCT) invites families to experience two internationally celebrated live entertainment events unlike anything typically seen in Cincinnati. For two special weekends only, the historic Emery Theater will transform into a high-energy summer destination for immersive family entertainment with Doodle POP! and Artrageous.
Perfect for kids ages 3–12 and their families, these visually dynamic productions blend music, art, comedy, movement, and audience interaction into unforgettable live experiences designed to spark imagination and creativity.
First, Doodle POP! arrives at The Emery Theater June 4–7. This whimsical visual theater experience from South Korea combines live performance, stunning projection effects, imaginative storytelling, and larger-than-life creativity in a nonverbal adventure audiences of all ages can enjoy together. An international hit praised for its inventive visual style and playful energy, Doodle POP! invites audiences into a colorful world where drawings come to life in surprising and magical ways.
Then, June 26–28, Artrageous comes to The Emery Theater with a one-of-a-kind performance experience that feels like a rock concert meets live painting event. Featuring a troupe of world-class artists, musicians, singers, and performers, Artrageous combines live music, speed painting, choreography, and audience participation into a fast-paced multimedia spectacle.
Known for performances around the world, Artrageous has earned praise for its electrifying blend of creativity, music, and visual art that turns the artistic process into live entertainment.
“These are the kinds of experiences families don’t get to see every day,” said Kim Kern, President & CEO of The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati. “We wanted to bring something truly unique to Cincinnati this summer — visually spectacular events that create excitement, spark creativity, and give families memorable shared experiences inside one of the most extraordinary theaters in the country.”
Both productions will be presented at the newly restored Emery Theater, now the most technologically advanced proscenium-style theaters in the United States and the permanent home of The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati.
Doodle POP! runs June 4–7 for eight performances only. Artrageous runs June 26–28 for four performances only. Tickets are on sale now at thechildrenstheatre.com.
DOODLE POP!
June 4–7, 2026
The Emery Theater
Tickets starting at $25
Performance Schedule:
- Thursday, June 4 at 11:00 AM
- Thursday, June 4 at 2:00 PM
- Friday, June 5 at 4:00 PM
- Friday, June 5 at 7:00 PM
- Saturday, June 6 at 2:00 PM
- Saturday, June 6 at 5:00 PM
- Sunday, June 7 at 2:00 PM
- Sunday, June 7 at 5:00 PM
ARTRAGEOUS
June 26–28, 2026
The Emery Theater
Tickets starting at $30
Performance Schedule:
- Friday, June 26 at 6:00 PM
- Saturday, June 27 at 2:00 PM
- Saturday, June 27 at 7:00 PM
- Sunday, June 28 at 2:00 PM
For tickets and information about both productions, visit www.thechildrenstheatre.com.
ABOUT THE CHILDREN’S THEATRE OF CINCINNATI
Celebrating 106 years this season, The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati is the nation’s oldest professional theatre for young audiences and the only professional theatre in the region devoted entirely to children. Through Broadway-quality MainStage productions at the Emery Theater, TCT on Tour performances throughout the region, and TCT Academy education programs, TCT educates, entertains, and inspires audiences of all ages while awakening a lifelong love of theatre in the young and the young at heart.
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