Swing Makes You Sing!

Swing Makes You Sing! brings an energetic, interactive jazz experience to young audiences at Wolf Trap’s Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods. The ensemble, described by WPIX 11 as “exuberant, foot-stompin’,” aims to uplift and connect kids of all ages with the joy of jazz. Through playful exploration of blues, swing, improvisation, and self-expression, the performers encourage children to dance, sing, and learn about this classic art form in a lively, family-friendly setting.

Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026.
Showtime: 10:30 AM.
Venue: Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods, located at 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, VA 22182, inside Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts.
Gates open: 10:00 AM.
Tickets: $12 per person (includes fees). Children under 2 attend for free.
Suggested ages: 2–8 years old.
Run time: Not specified in the available information; performances at Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods are typically around 45 minutes to one hour.
Accessibility: Sign language interpretation is available upon request with at least one week advance notice; email accessibility requests to the address provided on the venue page. Accessible parking is available by asking park rangers on site. For further accessibility questions, call the National Park Service at Wolf Trap at 703.255.1820.
Seating: General admission, first come, first served, on wooden benches. Guests are advised to bring a towel to dry seats after rain.
Parking: Free parking is available; park rangers direct vehicles. After parking, there is a scenic walk of less than half a mile downhill, across a bridge, and along a wooded trail to the theater. A stroller is recommended for this walk.
Food and drink: Food and beverages other than water are not allowed in the seated area. Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy on the Meadow after the show. Concessions are not open during Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods performances.
Group discounts: Groups of 10 or more save on ticket prices; inquire for details.
Special offer: Purchase tickets to three or more Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods shows and receive $2 off every ticket.
Post-show activities: After the performance, children can join a Park Ranger for an outdoor adventure and earn a Junior Ranger Badge, or stay and play in the Meadow with free games, toys, and kid-friendly activities.