Friday:

“Seussical the Musical, Jr.”

Coming to DC Ranch’s The Homestead Playhouse is the production of “Seussical the Musical, Jr.” featuring young actors and actresses, ages 5 to15 years old, from the Scottsdale area. Get your tickets today to see these young talents light up the stage on April 26-29.Audience members of all ages will enjoy the delightful medley of Dr. Seuss stories that will transport them alongside Horton the Elephant as he tries to save the Whos from the evil clutches of Vlad Vladikoff the Sour Kangaroo and some mischievous monkeys and the Cat in the Hat as he tries to entertain two kids with the help of Thing 1 and Thing 2. Tickets are limited. Visit http://www.dcranch.com/calendar/seussical-the-musical/2018-04-26/ to purchase your tickets. Curtain times are at 6:30 p.m., Thursday through Saturday, April 26-28; with a 3:30 p.m. matinee showing on Sunday, April 29.

Children Helping Children” Coloring Contest at Benihana

Every year on May 5, Japan honors its children’s health, prosperity and happiness with a nationwide celebration. Once again, Benihana is bringing this holiday to life with it’s annual “Children Helping Children” coloring contest. Now through May 5, children who dine at the restaurant may participate in the coloring contest. One winner will be selected in each restaurant to receive a dinner for eight friends of family members at Benihana.