Joanie Leeds & Joya
Joanie Leeds, a Grammy Award-winning children's musician, teams up with her daughter Joya for a joyful, multigenerational musical celebration at Wolf Trap's Children's Theatre-in-the-Woods. The concert honors the special bonds between kids and grandparents, drawing from their uplifting 2025 Grammy-nominated album *Ageless: 100 Years Young*. The mother-daughter duo and their band deliver a tribute to storytelling, song, and the power of family, creating an interactive experience for audiences of all ages.
When: Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at 10:30 AM.
Showtimes: One performance only; gates open at 10:00 AM.
Tickets: $12 per person (includes all fees). Children under 2 are free. Group discounts are available for parties of 10 or more. Save additional money by purchasing tickets to three or more Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods shows and getting $2 off every ticket.
Lineup: Joanie Leeds (vocals, instruments) and her daughter Joya (featured performer), along with their band.
Run time: Not specified; typical Children's Theatre-in-the-Woods performances run approximately 45–60 minutes.
Ages: Suggested for ages 4–12, but all ages are welcome; children under 2 attend free.
Venue: Children's Theatre-in-the-Woods at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, VA 22182. Seating is on wooden benches and is first come, first served (general admission). A stroller is recommended for the short, scenic walk from parking to the theater (less than half a mile down a hill, across a bridge, and along a wooded trail). Free parking is available; rangers will direct you to lots. After the show, enjoy a picnic in the Meadow (food and beverages other than water are not allowed in the seated area).
Accessibility: Accessible parking is available upon request; ask rangers on site for ADA parking. Sign language interpretation can be provided with at least one week's advance notice; email [email protected] or call the National Park Service at 703.255.1820 with any questions.
Note: After the performance, join PJ Library and the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington for a post-show playdate called "Stay & Play." Also, children can participate in a Ranger Program to earn a Junior Ranger Badge. For additional tips and house rules, check Wolf Trap's blog.