Fringe Festival

Dinosaur World Live

Banner reads: "Dinosaur World Live" in orange bold font. A life-sized, grayish-green and brown T.rex dinosaur puppet, controlled by two adults in brown clothing and gear, stands on a stage with a large wooden crate and plant decor.

Saturday, February 28

3pm

Overture Hall

$26.21 - $47.28

Runtime

55 minutes, no intermission

Age Recommendation

All Ages. Lap Seats Available

Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaurs in this roarsome interactive show for the whole family! 

Discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures, including every child's favorite flesh-eating giant, the Tyrannosaurus Rex, a Triceratops, Giraffatitan, Microraptor and Segnosaurus. 

A special meet-and-greet after the show offers brave explorers the chance to make a new dinosaur friend. Don’t miss this entertaining and mind-expanding Jurassic adventure live on stage. 

  • Sat, Feb 28, 2026

    3:00 PM

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