The Pop Ups are a collaboration between Brooklyn musicians Jason Rabinowitz and Jacob Stein, are performing Wednesday night in the first of this summer’s weekly Melissa & Doug Children’s Series of free outdoor music events for children at the Levitt Pavilion in Westport.
The Pop Ups have been setting the standard for children’s music since 2010.
The Pop Ups play this Wednesday, June 27, as part of the Melissa & Doug-sponsored Wednesday series for kids.
A celebration of making, building, and learning, their album ‘Appetite for Construction’ received a 2014 Grammy nomination for Best Children’s Album, alongside a National Parenting Publications Award, Parents’ Choice Award and praise from NPR’s All Things Considered, The Huffington Post, and USA Today among others.
The boys have toured with Yo Gabba Gabba Live and continue to perform their rock and roll puppet musical live show to sold out audiences across the U.S. 2015 saw the launch of The Pop Ups video series, their newest album ‘Great Pretenders Club,’ and the companion 30 minute video piece, ‘The Pop Ups Great Pretenders Club Special’ available exclusively on Amazon.
And in May of 2018, they just had an album release party at Brooklyn Bowl for their latest creation, “Giants of Science” — “electronically flavored pop” – The New York Times
It’s here! The Opening of the Melissa & Doug Children’s Series! Every Wednesday during the Summer Season, kids rock and rule at the Levitt Pavilion! Children are welcome to visit the Melissa & Doug Hospitality Tents and enjoy complimentary face-painting for kids (while supplies last)!
As always, on-site activities begin an hour before show-time. This wondrous weekly outdoor series for children and their families is a special summer place where imaginations soar alongside music and fun!
Note: Lawn & Concession open to the public one hour before show-time. Facility is closed to public during load-in and sound-check. Picnics are welcome. The Levitt Pavilion and its perimeter is a non-smoking area. Pets are not allowed.
In case of inclement weather, check back here or call our concert hotline (203-221-2153) at or after 4.30PM on the day of the show for a location status update. While we have a nearby rain location for free shows, we always do our best to stay outside shower or shine!
Hipster kids’ musicians the Pop Ups are masters of making songs catchy enough for kids that will also please adult ears.” – The Guardian