TAG: Kids & Teens

Celebrate Day of the Dead on November 2 with a performance by Mariachi Nuevo Amanecer Academy, followed by a presentation of Aztec Mexica dance, poetry, music from indigenous dance troupe Yayauhki Tezcatlipoka, and a face-painting session inspired by historical characters from Día de Muertos.

Enjoy a selection of classic monsters, music, and Muppets, including episodes of The Muppet Show featuring Vincent Price and Alice Cooper and other haunting classic clips from Jim Henson’s work.

On October 27, dancer-performer Renée Brailsford (The Wiz) will lead a group of dancers through the choreography of “Thriller” as part of a fun day of festive family programming that also includes a Museum tour and face painting!  

In celebration of its 100th anniversary, we’re thrilled to present F. W. Murnau’s groundbreaking classic that all but invented the horror film for the modern era. Screens October 28–30 (on 35mm with live piano accompaniment by on 10/30).

This Harold Lloyd classic, filmed on location in downtown Los Angeles, remains every bit as astonishing and thrilling as the day it was released. Screens September 17–30.

On September 15, join us to explore reflections on Mexican identity in film on the eve of Mexican Independence Day. Featuring screenings, tours, ceremonies, music and dance performances, and more.

To commemorate Jim Henson’s birthday, on September 24, join us for the launch of the new book Sam and Friends: The Story of Jim Henson’s First Television Show, written by Craig Shemin.

Will Ferrell stars in this wildly popular and truly unconventional contemporary Christmas classic, which combines holiday cheer with offbeat comedy.

This new exhibition invites visitors of all ages to appreciate the painstaking work of stop-motion animation, with eight animation stations equipped with 2-D LAIKA character figures and environments that visitors can use to experiment with and create their own short films.

Emilio Delgado, who passed away earlier this year, delighted audiences for more than 44 years on Sesame Street as Luis Rodriguez. Join us for a look back at some of his most indelible moments.

Join us for a special guided tour of The Jim Henson Exhibition for only $5 over the price of admission!

On August 20, filmmaker and animation historian John Canemaker introduces Disney’s visually spectacular fairy tale presented on rare 70mm.