The Magic City

Manual Cinema will return to the New Victory Theater with The Magic City, a cinematic staging of Edith Nesbit’s 1910 eponymous novel. Featuring actors, over 200 puppets, stunning projections, live music, and miniatures, The Magic City will play from March 29 – April 6 and is recommended for ages 6+.

Nine-year-old Philomena loves building miniature cities with her big sister, Helen. But when Helen gets engaged, what will become of their world? And who wants a weird new stepbrother? So Philomena fashions herself a new world from books, toys and found objects that come alive when she falls asleep.

For 45 minutes before and 20 minutes after every show, the lobby of the New Victory Theater will feature free activities in which families can try new performance skills or explore the show’s themes.

Tickets start at $24 and are available at the New Victory Box Office (209 W. 42nd Street) leading up to the performance and starting two hours before curtain time on performance days. For box office hours, visit NewVictory.org/BoxOffice. Tickets can also be purchased online at NewVictory.org and via phone by calling 646-223-3010.