‘Daycare Class for the Mischievous’ Pencils turn into airplanes, tables morph into tunnels, and toys start talking ... The Ice Theater from Macao presents “Daycare Class for the Mischief,” a delightful production where a teacher and mischievous students with vivid imaginations set off a chain of humorous and entertaining events. Time: 8 p.m., July 19 ‘The Adventures of Tortoise and Hare: The Next Gen’ “The Adventures of Tortoise and Hare: The Next Gen” features children of the tortoise and the hare in Aesop’s classic fable. They embark on an exhilarating new race that leads them into uncharted territories. Lightwire Theater’s imaginative presentation combines stunning visuals, poignant storytelling, and a blend of musical styles from classical to pop, bringing a fresh perspective to this timeless tale. Time: 8 p.m., July 24 ‘Peter and the Wolf’ Join Chinese director Liu Xiaoyi on a magical journey as he transforms Prokofiev’s timeless piece “Peter and the Wolf” into a vivid stage play, immersing the audience in a mesmerizing fairy tale world. Time: 3 p.m., Aug. 4 ‘The Cat God in the Forbidden City’ “The Cat God in the Forbidden City,” a collaborative production between the China National Theater for Children and the Palace Museum, unveils the mystical world of the Forbidden City’s special feline guardians. Adapted from Feng Li’s renowned children’s book, this engaging song and dance drama follows a kitten’s adventurous journey through time, uniting with ancient relics within the Palace Museum to become a steadfast protector. Time: 8 p.m., Aug. 22-23 Playtoy Orchestra Hailing from Italy, the Playtoy Orchestra enchants audiences with a unique musical experience using toy instruments. From specially designed toy instruments to whimsical sound-producing toys, the band’s playful and humorous demeanor, coupled with a diverse array of plastic and hard-paper drums, toy-pianos, accordions, and xylophones, creates an original and engaging musical genre that appeals to all ages. Time: 3 p.m., Aug. 24 Booking: WeChat account “PingShanTheatre” Venue: Pingshan Theater, Pingshan District (坪山大劇院) Metro: Line 14 to Pingshan Square Station (坪山廣場站), Exit D1 (Cao Zhen) | 