Hamlet: Sept. 17-Oct. 3. Something is rotten in the state of Denmark! Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy comes to live for ages 12+. Scottish Rite Children’s Theatre, 207 West 18th St. www.srct.org, 472-5436
Into the Woods: Through Sept. 17. This play tells the story of a Baker and his Wife who journey into the woods on a quest to lift a witch’s curse. On the way, they cross paths with Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel, Jack and the Beanstalk, Cinderella and a menagerie of other fairy tale characters. $20 adults, $12 students, $10 kids younger than 10. The City Theatre. 3823 Airport Blvd. 524-2870 or info@citytheatreaustin.org
Los Adaes – 18th-Century Spanish Capital of Texas: This online exhibit is a fun way to spend the afternoon learning about Texas history. The site also features archeology, history, art and science activities for kids in grades K-12. www.texasbeyondhistory.net/adaes/
Tango-Alpha-Charlie Texas Aviation Celebratioin: Opens Sept. 12 and runs through Jan. 9, 2011. The year 2010 marks the centennial of flight in Texas. This special exhibition will tell the stories of people who exemplify the spirit that continues to drive the aviation industry in Texas.
The Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, 1800 Congress Ave. www.thestoryoftexas.com 936-4649
Texas: The Big Picture: Give the kids an overview of what our big state looks like. This film is suitable for young children, who will enjoy the huge screen, neat pictures, and music. $7 for adults, $6 for seniors, $5 for ages 3 to 18 and free for ages 2 and younger. IMAX Theatre at the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, 1800 N. Congress. www.thestoryoftexas.com or 936-8746
The Odyssey: A Rock Musical: Through Sept. 4. A live rock band provides background music for this epic story of Odysseus and his remarkable journey home after the Trojan War. $7.50-15 Dougherty Arts Center Theatre,1110 Barton Springs Rd. freddycarnes@yahoo.com, 891-8387
The Princess and the Pea: Sept. 11-Oct. 31. The Scottish Rite Children’s Theatre presents its version of the classic story by Hans Christian Andersen. $10 adults, $8 kids ages 1-12, $4 infants 12-months and younger. 207 West 18th St. www.srct.org, 472-5436
The Taming of the Shrew: Sept. 10-Oct. 2. Shakespeare’s classic comedy under the stars at the Emily Ann Theatre & Gardens. 1101 FM 2325, Wimberley. info@emilyann.org or 512-847-6969
The Tinkerer’s Workshop: This new permanent exhibit is designed to inspire children to investigate engineering concepts, tinker and build things, observe materials and tell someone about it. $3.50-$5.50, kids under 12 months free. Austin Children's Museum, 201 Colorado St. www.austinkids.org or 472-2499
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