"Angelina Ballerina:The Musical" at Algonquin Arts

For decades, Angelina Ballerina has delighted little girls in storybooks, on PBS Kids and on stage in New York City. For one weekend in May, she will grace the stage at Algonquin Arts Theatre. 

Angelina Ballerina is a little star with big dreams of becoming a prima ballerina. This feisty little mouse works hard to reach her goals and along the way, always learns from her mistakes. When little girls share in Angelina's experiences, they are inspired to go after their big dreams too.

“Angelina Ballerina The Musical” will appear at Algonquin Arts Theatre in Manasquan for two performances on Saturday, May 12, at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., respectively, sponsored by the Spring Lake School of Dance.

Featuring Angelina and her friends, Alice, Gracie, AZ, Viki, and even their teacher, Ms. Mimi, they are all aflutter because a special guest is coming to visit Camembert Academy. During the one hour performance, Angelina and her friends will showcase all types of dance, including hip-hop, modern dance, the Irish jig and of course, ballet, and they are excited to show off their skills to their famous visitor.

Here is a video preview of the live performance: 
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The production comes from the New York-based Vital Theatre Company, producers of the hit “Pinkalicious, The Musical,” and HIT Entertainment, owners of properties, such as Barney, Bob the Builder and Thomas & Friends.  Vital Theatre Company has received high acclaim from audiences and critics alike for being "a wonderful place for parents to introduce their kids to the glories of live theatre, done well and at modest prices."

Tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for seniors and $15 for students and children and are available online here, by phone at 732-528-9211 or in the Algonquin Arts Theatre Box Office at 173 Main Street, Manasquan from 12-6 p.m. on weekdays and 12-4 p.m. on Saturdays.  Angelina Ballerina merchandise will be available for purchase on the day of the show. If you have a 3 to 5 year old, once you purchase your tickets, you may also want to call to add on the Tutu Time, an interactive dance exhibition ideal for beginner level dancers that is being featured before the show. 

Thanks to Algonquin Arts Theatre, we have been invited to see the upcoming show and one lucky Macaroni Kid Lincroft-Holmdel-Tinton Falls subscriber will win a family four pack of tickets to the 2:00 PM Show of Angelina Ballerina!!  Complete the entry form here for your chance at winning the tickets.  One entry per day, per person. Entries accepted until May 4th at 6:00 p.m., at which time the drawing will close.  Good luck!



The book and lyrics for Angelina Ballerina are by Susan DiLallo and music is by Ben Morss, based on the famous dancing mouseling and her friends created by Katharine Holabird and illustrated by Helen Craig.

In addition to the critically acclaimed storybooks, Angelina Ballerina dances her way into the hearts of young girls weekly on PBS Kids in the CG-animated series “Angelina Ballerina The Next Steps.”

Vital Theatre Company commissions four to five new musicals for children each season and since its founding in 1999, Vital Theatre Company has been honored with two Awards for Excellence by the Off Off Broadway Review.