# First Stage: Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical > Event for families in the Milwaukee–Waukesha area (WI). Times are Central Time. - When: Nov 21 – Dec 27 · 1:00 PM – 6:30 PM - Where: Todd Wehr Theater at Marcus Performing Arts Center, 929 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53202 - Ages: Ages 5 and up (Tailored for family and youth audiences) - Price: Tickets $30-$48; family group packages and pay-what-you-choose preview dates available - Organizer: First Stage Children's Theater - Official page: https://www.firststage.org/ - Last checked: Sat, Nov 7 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/milwaukee/activities/first-stage-dr-seuss-s-how-the-grinch-stole-christmas-the-musical--listing-07a55b574ff2e11f18862434 ## About First Stage, one of the nation's premier theaters for young audiences, celebrates the holiday season with Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical at the intimate Todd Wehr Theater. Featuring beloved songs like 'You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch' and 'Welcome Christmas,' this heartwarming production brings Dr. Seuss's classic storybook world vividly to life. Audiences follow the scheming, green Grinch, his loyal dog Max, and the cheerful Whos of Whoville as they discover that the true spirit of Christmas cannot be bought in stores. Blending accomplished professional adult actors with gifted youth performers from First Stage's Theater Academy, the 90-minute show inspires children with themes of empathy, redemption, and community warmth. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Direct elevator access to Todd Wehr Theater lobby; free stroller parking and booster seats available for every performance. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Family restrooms with changing counters; private nursing space accessible upon request to house management. • Age Suitability: Designed specifically for children ages 5 and up, teens, parents, and grandparents. • Sensory Tips: First Stage offers designated sensory-friendly performances with modified lighting, lowered sound effects, and quiet relaxation zones. ## Similar picks in Milwaukee - [Mitchell Park Domes Holiday Floral Show & Garden Trains](https://grassyknees.com/milwaukee/activities/mitchell-park-domes-holiday-floral-show-and-garden-trains--listing-86487feaf7d1e541f71937bd) — Nov 21 – Jan 3 · 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory (The Domes) · All ages · From $10 · checked Nov 7. 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