The Past and The Curious is the podcast many families play on road trips, with Mick Sullivan digging up odd, little-known moments behind famous people and events and setting them to music. Its live show, Fun Forgotten Firsts from History, makes its New York debut in Lincoln Center's Atrium, and there's no charge. If your kids already quote episodes, this is a free Saturday morning they'll talk about.
What to expect
Expect an Atrium full of families, with a stage show that blends storytelling, songs and theatrical bits around surprising historical firsts. Seats are first-come, and the show suits elementary-age kids and the adults who listen along.
Good to know
- The Atrium is on Broadway between 62nd and 63rd Streets; the 1 to 66th Street–Lincoln Center is closest.
- Entry is first-come, first-served, with optional Fast Track reservations for priority entry.
- Arrive early with kids to get seats together.
- Restrooms are available in the Atrium.
- Afterward, let kids run around the Lincoln Center plaza and Hearst Plaza lawn.
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Common questions
Is The Past and The Curious Live free?
Yes. Lincoln Center lists it as a free Lincoln Center Presents event.
What age is it for?
It's billed as family-friendly and built around a children's history podcast.
Is this the first New York show?
Yes. It is the New York debut of Fun Forgotten Firsts from History, part of the Festival of Firsts.
