Calling all Elmo fans!  Everyone's favorite furry red monster is headed to the Big Apple, and he's bringing all his Sesame Street pals with him!  You can catch Elmo and his friends live and in person at the Theater at Madison Square Garden from February7th through 18th as they star in Sesame Street Live: Elmo's Super Heroes!  This larger-than-life stage production features singing, dancing and audience participation.  At 90 minutes, it's the perfect length for even the youngest of kids, and it also features a 15-minute intermission in case your little one gets a little fussy.

Our family has had the pleasure of experiencing several Sesame Street Live shows over the past couple of years, and each one has been absolutely fantastic.  My daughter Sadie delights in watching her favorite Sesame Street characters strutting their stuff on stage, and I enjoy the Broadway-style sets and toe-tapping musical numbers.  So it goes without saying that Sadie and I are both looking forward to checking out the whimsical Sesame Street Live: Elmo's Super Heroes, which follows the Sesame Street gang as they search for a new hero after Super Grover loses his "superness."  Fortunately, fans need never fear, as Elmo and his team of super heroes are here!  Teaching lessons of healthy habits through song and dance, Elmo, Abby Cadabby and your favorite Sesame Street friends will explore exercise, nutrition, sleep/energy and hygiene - all in a quest to put the "super" back in Super Grover.  It's Elmo's Super Heroes to the rescue!

If you really want to treat your kids, you can purchase "Sunny Seats," which include VIP seating and a pre-show "Meet & Greet" photo opportunity with two "Sesame Street Live" friends.  And all attendees can take advantage of the Play Zone - a fun way for kids to experience their favorite street!  Imagine your child sitting in Big Bird's nest, popping up in Oscar's trash can, twirling in Zoe's dance studio or visiting Elmo's World.  You never know who might make an appearance! The Play Zone opens one hour before each show and it's FREE with your "Sesame Street Live" ticket. 

Sounds fun, right? Well, don't miss out - click here for showtimes and ticket information.  With 20 delightful performances to choose from, and ticket prices starting at just $15, you're sure to find a showtime that will work for your family.   DEAL ALERT!  Macaroni Kid readers can use the code MOMMY when purchasing tickets to receive 25% off select seats and performances!  See you at the show! 

GIVEAWAY!  The folks from Madison Square Garden generously have provided me with a family 4-pack of tickets to "Sesame Street Live: Elmo's Super Heroes" to give away to one lucky Macaroni Kid subscriber!  Here's how to enter:

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