October 28 at 11 am –
Joanie Leeds and the Nightlights’ Harmony Filled Halloween Hootenanny
www.symphonyspace.org/justkidd ing
Ages 2 and up
Tickets: $17 (member and group discounts are available)
A fan favorite at Symphony Space, Brooklynite Joanie Leeds’ tuneful melodies and rich, funny and thoughtful child-respecting lyrics give depth and irresistible zip to ditties about the East River Ferry, subway rides, Yiddish catch phrases and the hilarious “Hipster in the Making.” Joanie and harmony-driven trio plan to perform “Confusing Costume” and other hits, plus new songs from the latest album “Brooklyn Baby.” Fans are invited to come in costume for a chance to win a copy of the CD, and Symphony Space will provide nut-free treats to the audience. A special vocal guest will be Joelle from Jo Jo and the Pinecones. As the Washington Post recommends, “You won’t be able to resist the urge to sing along.” Learn more about Joanie Leeds and the Nightlights at www.joaniel eeds.com.
Saturday, November 11 at 11 am and 2 pm
Frogtown Mountain Puppeteers: Everybody Loves Pirates
A trio of sibling puppeteers from Maine presents this zany tale set on the high seas. Eight-year-old Lucy and her goofy pal Little Chucky search for buried treasure, only to find a gang of bumbling pirates getting in the way. Featuring over a dozen hand-crafted mouth and rod puppets, and an 8-foot paper-maché pirate ship, this spectacular show follows the main characters as they get some help from their new ocean-dwelling friends, including enthusiastic superhero Lobster Boy, his reluctant sidekick Crabby, and an overgrown sea monkey. Watch a preview video on YouTube and learn more more at frogtownpuppets.com
Saturday, November 18 at 11 am
Elizabeth Mitchell and You Are My Flower
Join two-time GRAMMY Award nominee and Smithsonian Folkways artist Elizabeth Mitchell and her family band for a gorgeous morning of gentle, homespun renditions of songs by Bob Marley, The Velvet Underground, David Bowie, Gillian Welch, and more. The quiet sweetness and intimacy of Elizabeth’s concerts cement her as an icon of today’s family music scene. She will perform songs from her upcoming 2018 album “Tu Eres Mi Flor” at the show, and special guests will include Sonia de los Santos.
Watch “Little Bird, Little Bird'” on YouTube, and find out more about Elizabeth Mitchell and You Are My Flower at youaremyflower.org.
Tickets : $17
Tickets for all Just Kidding concerts are $17
Saturday, December 9 at 11 am and 2 pm
National Marionette Theatre: “Pinocchio”
https://www.symphonyspace.org/ event/9814/Family/national- marionette-theatre-pinocchio
A classic example of storytelling at its best, Carlo Collodi’s epic tale about a puppet that wants to become a real boy is brought to life with beautifully crafted marionettes, and stunning scenery. National Marionette Theatre is one of the oldest continually running marionette theatres in the United States. Founded in 1967 by artistic director David A. Syrotiak, this award-winning company has been entertaining and amazing audiences around the world with their imaginative productions for more than 40 years. For families with children on the autism spectrum or with sensory sensitivities, this performance features: brighter lighting in audience, lowered sound levels and a designated quiet area, Learn more atnmtshow.com. Ages 2 and up.
Saturday, December 16 at 11 am
Grammy nominated kindie pop artist Billy Kelly
https://www.symphonyspace.org/ event/9815/Family/billy-kelly
Whether singing about cardboard boxes, 18-wheelers, sock monkeys, or butter, Billy Kelly takes audiences on a wild ride filled with stories and images that defy imagination. A comedian-musician with “an endearingly oddball sense of humor” (NPR), Billy Kelly has released six critically acclaimed albums for kids, including 2015’s GRAMMY-nominated Trees, which he made with Molly Ledford. Over the course of his 20 year music career Billy Kelly has opened for President Barack Obama, duetted with Davy Jones of The Monkees, and his engaging show has “a vast appeal for kids and adults alike” (Common Sense Media).
For families with children on the autism spectrum or with sensory sensitivities, this performance features: brighter lighting in audience, lowered sound levels and a designated quiet area. Find out more at thebillykellyshow.com. Ages 2 and up.