Best Musical Adaptation for Young Audiences in Nashville 2026: Nashville Children’s Theatre’s Mufaro’s Beautiful Daughters
Nashville Children’s Theatre opened its 2025-26 Season for Storytellers with a lovely production of Mufaro’s Beautiful Daughters: An African Musical. Based on John Steptoe’s beloved picture book and presented in the rich tradition of African folktales, this delightful new piece featured music and lyrics by Taryn Janelle and LeRell Ross. Frequent NCT collaborator Jon Royal directed an outstanding ensemble, with musical direction by Piper Jones. And the storybook design elements brought everything together in vibrant fashion. With its exploration of timeless themes of kindness, generosity and respect for others, Mufaro’s Beautiful Daughters reminded young audiences that true beauty lies within.
