Dog Man - The Musical at Cerritos Center

Dog Man has spent years at the top of kids' bestseller lists, and now the half-dog, half-police-officer hero is leaving the page for the stage. If you are mapping out things to do with kids LA families can enjoy together this fall, this one is a strong pick: Dog Man - The Musical lands at the Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday, October 24.

When: Saturday, October 24, 2026 (check the ticket page for the showtime) Where: Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts, 18000 Park Plaza Dr, Cerritos, CA 90703 Tickets: From $63 Runtime: About 90 minutes

What to expect

The show is based on the Dog Man graphic novels by Dav Pilkey, the same creator behind Captain Underpants and Dumb Bunnies. The source material is famous for goofy, fast-moving humor, and the stage version keeps that energy. The listing calls it a riotously funny new production and says it works as a family show that makes adults laugh as much as the kids do.

The cast photo gives you a sense of the style. Performers in bright, cartoon-bold costumes work in front of a purple, comic-book city backdrop, with a big, whimsical contraption standing in for one of the show's oddball characters. It looks like a live version of the books' hand-drawn look, which should land well with young readers who already know the characters.

With a runtime of roughly 90 minutes, it is a manageable length for school-age kids. Younger children who have not seen live theater before may find the pace easier than a longer production.

Planning your visit

Cerritos sits in southeast Los Angeles County, a straightforward drive from much of the region, and the venue is a dedicated performing arts center rather than a multipurpose hall. Plan to arrive early for parking and seating, especially on a Saturday when families fill the house. Ticket prices start at $63, and the ticket page lists the seat options and the exact performance time.

If you are looking at family events Los Angeles has on the calendar for the last week of October, this is a good fit for a Dog Man fan's weekend, whether it is a birthday outing or a first trip to the theater. Pair it with a bookstore stop beforehand, or let kids bring a favorite Dog Man book to talk about on the ride home.

This is an information listing from LA Theatre Guide, so confirm showtime, seating and any age guidance with the venue or ticket page before you go. For more ideas, browse our family events section.