Combine a grammar lesson with improv and you've got Mad LIbs Live! the newest Off Broadway show for families. My 7-year-old and I attended the NYC premiere last week and had a rip-roaring time. She's all smiles on the red carpet. Start off the experience by jotting down verbs, ...read more
Time for a Bugaboo Donkey review. A few years ago (2011)Â we got to test the new Bugaboo Donkey convertible stroller. This isn't our official Momtrends review--it's a teaser of sorts. Most of the information on the Donkey is still under wraps. As for now we can tell you that the ...read more
Momtrends experienced Canon's The Big Moment with the world's smallest and lightest DSLR, hosted by the New York City Ballet last week. Canon just released the world's smallest and lightest camera ever called EOS Rebel SL1. Throughout the day all guests were able to use this ...read more
Last week I enjoyed a special treat with my sister when we went to see Disney's Newsies on Broadway. Growing up we watched this movie countless times, so it was a real treat to see this film production come to Broadway with some new twists in the musical version. As a winner ...read more
The world premiere of Fancy Nancy: The Musical took place on Saturday, September 29, and Momtrends NYC was there to walk the pink carpet! Based on the beloved Fancy Nancy books written by Jane O'Connor and illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser, the show loosely follows the story ...read more
Vagabond Inventions returns to New York with an expanded version of UNDER THE SKIFF, devised by Maja Bieler, Jennifer Sargent, Audrey Lamarque, and Iciar Trespaderne, and directed by Maja Bieler and Jennifer Sargent. In the barren immigration office of a strange country, two ...read more
The Canal Park Playhouse is showing the charming Sarazad and the Monster King, an imaginative retelling of the story of Scheherazade or The 1001 Arabian Nights, written by E. J. C. Calvert and directed by Justin Lauro. Join Sarazad and her adorable sidekick Aminal as they ...read more
This summer, audiences across North America will experience the magic of fire-breathing dragons that soar through arena skies in DREAMWORKS’ HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON LIVE SPECTACULAR. DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc. (Nasdaq: DWA), Global Creatures and S2BN Entertainment ...read more
Trusty Sidekick Theater Company, a new company creating performances for young audiences is currently mounting a production for ages 8 and older entitled The Little One and the Sea of Letters. In The Little One and the Sea of Letters,” a museum guide discovers a lost trunk and ...read more
CafeMom Studios, a lifestyle network for today’s digital generation of moms, recently debuted the first episode of “On Broadway: With Kids - Featuring the Parents of MAMMA MIA!,” an exclusive online series that opens a rare and personal window into the lives of the cast and crew ...read more
The New Victory Theater presents the New York premiere of Lucky Duck, a musical from the Broadway team of Henry Krieger (Dreamgirls, Side Show), Bill Russell (Side Show) and Jeffrey Hatcher (Tuesdays with Morrie). With live musicians, clever lyrics and crisp choreography, this ...read more
Have you ever wondered what happens to your shadow while you sleep? Well, it turns out that some shadows are more mischievous than others. And soon after moving to his new home, Flash discovers that his shadow has moving plans of his own! Follow the playful adventures of Flash ...read more
Ever since my daughter took some dance classes over the summer she has been prancing and bopping around the house pretending to be a dancer. Her love of dance continued over the holidays when she learned about the Nutcracker - where she recounted Clara's magical journey with ...read more
While youÂ’re busy gearing up for the holidays and all that jazz, weÂ’ve got a reason for you to take a breather and head to the theater. ChildrenÂ’s theater, that is. The New Victory Theater in Times Square is the first and only full time performing arts theater for kids and their ...read more
Urban Stages Outreach Department (Frances Hill, Founding Artistic Director) is pleased to celebrate the holiday (winter season) with the childrenÂ’s show Tales of Snow, written and performed by Liz Parker and Rachel Sullivan. On December 3rd & 10th at 11am. Urban Stages will ...read more
The MMAC Theater presents The Amazing Max and The Box of Interesting Things, a Magic Show with a mind of it's own. Objects appear out of thin air, the laws of physics are defied, and miracles are performed inches from spectators' faces. As the props onstage seem intent on ...read more
Ken Howard/Metropolitan Opera (c) 2007 The Metropolitan Opera announces the return of Engelbert HumperdinckÂ’s, Hansel and Gretel, with eight performances during the holiday season. Aleksandra Kurzak and Heidi Stober alternate as Gretel and Kate Lindsey and Alice Coote ...read more
You can find excellent Halloween decorations anywhere, but if you want to take it up a notch from plastic to fantastic, then we suggest checking outAcme Party Box Company - one of our favorite stores for parties and decorating. From decorative buntings, coordinating table ...read more
Calling all budding actors! A Christmas Story, The Musical! is preparing to launch a five-city national tour for the 2011 holiday season. Casting directors are seeking to fill the iconic lead role of Ralphie and his troupe of friends and classmates, including: Randy, Flick, ...read more
Wide Eyed Productions with Playlab NYC proudly presents the new family musical Goldilocks and the Three Polar Bears, as part of The 15th annual New York International Fringe Festival – Fringe JR. This musical follows Goldilocks but this time she is in the Alaskan tundra facing ...read more
We got to get an exclusive look at what's happening over at Disney Interactive-- and we are liking it. A lot. They bring us Cars 2, LEGO® Pirates of the Caribbean: The Video Game, and Phineas and Ferb: Across the Second Dimension. At the Eventi Hotel in Manhattan, we were ...read more
Drat! A drawer full of snagged, ratty hose and leggings is no way to start off your week. Now fashionable moms can rely on a new service to keep their legs covered in style. Hoseanna is a subscription service that provides hosiery in a pinch. Hoseanna can give you back time you ...read more
Skiing can be hard work--especially if you are mom. One Ski Hill Placeis the reward mom deserves. Here's how it is: Mom is in charge of packing, feeding, and supervising all the excursions. That means making sure four pairs of gloves are on hand (main pair and back-up), snacks ...read more
Design within reach has solutions for your family issues. Kids dumping coats and backpacks on the floor? Hand one of these Eames Hang All ($199) hooks in the hall. The colorful appearance has a magnetic appeal. Your kids will comply if you make the options easy to access (hang ...read more
Footwear is extremely important to urban moms. Moms like me trade the carpool for subways, buses and sidewalks. The way I see it, my footwear choices are almost as important as the car I drive and say much more about me as an individual and a mom. And so footwear is my ...read more
Kids love crackers and it'??s easy to see why. A crisp, crunchy, somewhat salty treat that can be paired with cheese, peanut butter or eaten alone and even better packed on the go. Always in search for the '??perfect'?? cracker, I had the pleasure to try a new light and thin ...read more
We've found a DVD that's a great workout. Even if you've never seen the show, these Dancing With The Stars choreographers will amaze you with their fun and fast dances. Let Chelsea, Edyta, and Kym help you slim down and tone with up with moves that will leave you begging for ...read more
Go to the gym before work? Have somewhere to go after your evening workout? Here is a few tips on applying make up within 5 mins or less and head out the door. We've found a few goodies that you should toss into your gym bag for easier execution and pretty primping.Try this ...read more
Lifetime Fitness invited me to tour one of their facilities. I was expecting a gym. Boy was I in for a surprise. Lifetime Fitness centers are more of a community than a gym. Today I trekked out to Florham Park, NJ (about an hour from my NYC neighborhood) to see what all the buzz ...read more
If there is one thing that's a constant in the life of a modern mom it is change. Embracing change keeps us young, fresh and alive. In that spirit and to start off 2011 with a bang, we're giving you a look a the changes that are ahead of us. What can you expect? First a new ...read more
If you promised your kids new snowboard boots for the holiday we've got big trend news. Burton has a brand-new TRON: Legacy-themed snowboard boot. Inspired by Disney'??s high-tech 3D adventure movie TRON (which is scoring big at the big office) the new boot is blends Burton ...read more
We've all done it: We've either been the victim or victimizer of a present we didn't exactly want. We definitely understand when you receive a gift that either doesn't fit or match your decor so you pass it along, generously, to another. This year, make sure your thoughtful ...read more
Got your attention didn't I with my amazing prize. Guess what? Not only is this promotion lucrative, it's also hilarious. Liquid Plumr is celebrating big hair with their latest promotion. Clogged drains are not sexy marketing material, but 90% of moms have to deal with them. Why ...read more
A super-cool snowsuit is like a great woman. Warm, colorful and indispensable. Let's face it moms, without us, planning for the winter season most kids would be missing the essential gear. North Face led me through their showroom a few months ago, and I am nominated their ...read more
Looking for a great family game for kids 6 and under? Blue Orange games embrace battery-free play. We've been lucky enough to try out theZimbbos($19.99), which focuses on balance and silliness. Use your creativity to stack up an elephantastic pyramid. Taking turns, roll the die ...read more
Wishing you and your family a happy Thanksgiving. I've been blessed with a fantastic family, wonderful friends and this amazing Momtrends community. A day doesn't go by that I don't stop breathe in and recognize the beauty of the moment I am in. My wish for you: May your tables ...read more
What is your blog worth and how much should you be charging for ads and post? From what I can tell, these are the burning questions on the blogosphere. While you make be thinking of your Thanksgiving shopping list, I'm dreaming up ways for you to make more money. You can thank ...read more
Get ready to discuss relationships, motherhood, career and friendships with Teri Hatcher at her new website, gethatched.com. I met Teri at the launch party for GetHatched and this sassy, fun, hip gal plans to give us advice, make us laugh and inspire us as we plow through each ...read more
Nothing beats playing in the dirt with your kids. Disney FamilyFun magazine shared some green gardening ideas that bring both city and country kids outside to learn about the earth, and have some fun. Savvy moms know that gardening'??s not just for grown-ups. Here are some ...read more
No, Momtrends hasn't been invaded by aliens. This is the latest in composting technology. The Ecomposter ($349.99) is a rolling ball of composting fun. According to the company, yard and food waste make up 30% of the trash in the US. Imagine if you could re-use this waste to ...read more
Cybex strollers are 40% off on Totsy.com--a private sale site just for moms. Totsy sales start at 9 pm--when moms finally get to tackle the "to do" list. I appreciate the one-hand steering and chic European styling. Sale ends today! Also on sale, Huggy Bunny baby and toddler ...read more
Disney on Broadway owes a lot of its success to Alan Menken. He's won scores of Academy Awards and Grammys for The Little Mermaid and Beauty and the Beast and Aladdin. In an event geared for Broadways pint-sized fans, hear his music performed by the Broadway Playhouse Cast at ...read more
Forget about dozing off or dealing with squirmy kids. The New York Ballet is offering a cool "Once Upon A Ballet" series--3 special ballets perfect for ages 3-12. Enjoy Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty and more all in bite-sized doses.All performances held at the 400 seat, ...read more
Got a kid with serious pipes? Why not use those musical powers at NYC's premiere musical venue--the Metropolitan Opera. The Children's Chorus at the MET is a renowned musical resource and now is the time to snag an audition. Parents of children interested in auditioning for a ...read more
Got a German-speaking child and on the hunt for a fun holiday activity? I've got just the thing. A acting class taught in German. The Galli Group specializes in teaching kids to develop characters and connect with their feelings. It's not too late to sign up for the German ...read more
I saw Dear Edwina last year and loved the lively, witty children's musical. Now the show is back in NYC and Momtrendsnyc readers have a bunch of exclusive ways to see Dear Edwina live on stage this winter.Edwinais an singing and dancing advice diva. It is appropriate for kids of ...read more
Petite Fleur hair accessories go a long way towards making girls feel like princesses. From headbands to hats, there is going to be something that appeals to your princess. My picks for this holiday include the Flower Hair Clips and the Elegant Headbands. Petite Fleur sent a ...read more
Last week the folks from P & G lured me out with a promise of a spa lunch with my NYC bloggy pals and a massage--well twist my arm already. The catch? I had to listen to talk about mucus and phlegm. We learned that the average kid gets between 7-10 colds a year and produces 750 ...read more
Hugs and hand holding are some of the big perks of motherhood. Combine the two with these adorable Squeeze Me Mittens ($60) from Oeuf. Why wait for the holidays--start the fun now with this adorable find.Made of 100% Alpaca (made in Bolivia) this hand warmer is also a heart ...read more
Want a guaranteed fun (and PG) afternoon with the kids in NYC? Buy tickets to the Gazillion Bubble Show at the New World Theater. Our family of four (mom, dad, children 4 and 2), headed to the theater district on a very rainy Saturday--we got a blast of sunshine thanks to this ...read more
