Chicago’s youngest theatre fans are in for a treat when “Gabby’s Dollhouse Live!” pops up at the Chicago Theatre for one day only on Sunday, November 16, with a 4:00 pm performance. Inspired by the hit DreamWorks Animation preschool series on Netflix, the live stage show turns screen time favorites into a colorful, music-filled adventure in the heart of the Loop.

Gabby's Dollhouse Live! at Chicago Theatre

Just like in the series, the story begins with Gabby opening a special surprise. This time, it’s a tiny acorn that can only grow with the help of a rainbow. When the ever-mischievous CatRat causes a “color catastrophe” and shatters that rainbow, Gabby and the Gabby Cats set off on a mission to track down each missing color and put the magic back together again.

Their quest takes them through some of the show’s most beloved locations brought to life on stage. Families can expect visits to whimsical realms like the Cat-O-Sphere and Mermaid-Lantis, along with stops in familiar corners of the dollhouse, all designed with dynamic staging and eye-catching visuals to keep little ones captivated.

“Gabby’s Dollhouse Live!” features impressive puppetry and a soundtrack packed with songs young fans will recognize, including upbeat favorites such as “Hey Gabby,” “You Can’t Spell Meow Without Me,” “Sprinkle Party,” and more. The show is built to get kids clapping, singing, and dancing along, making it feel more like a shared playtime than a sit-back-and-watch performance.

The event is part of a major U.S. tour that is bringing the world of Gabby’s Dollhouse off the screen and into theatres across the country, reflecting the massive popularity of the series with preschoolers and their families. Having the tour stop at the historic Chicago Theatre at 175 N. State Street makes it an especially memorable outing, with the grandeur of the venue adding to the sense of occasion for kids experiencing one of their first big live shows.

“Gabby’s Dollhouse Live!” is designed as an all-ages, family-friendly event, ideal for preschoolers, early elementary kids, and anyone who has ever joined in a “cat-tastic” adventure from the dollhouse. For Chicago parents looking for a special outing that combines a beloved TV world with the excitement of live theatre, this one-day stop at The Chicago Theatre is a purr-fect pick.

To see a list of all children's shows coming to Chicago, visit our Children's Shows In Chicago page.