The Fish Who Saved New York - a fun musical for children and families

Sun Jun 28 2026 at 02:00 pm to 02:30 pm UTC-04:00

Waterfront Museum | Brooklyn

Foundation for New American Art
Publisher/HostFoundation for New American Art
The Fish Who Saved New York - a fun musical for children and families
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Giant puppets, fun songs and a cast of unforgettable undersea heroes - starring Phoebe Legère
About this Event

On Sunday, June 28th, the creatures of New York Harbor rise up in song, dance, and Revolution aboard the historic Waterfront Museum barge in Red Hook, Brooklyn — in a spectacular world-premiere family musical featuring giant puppets, fun songs, and a cast of unforgettable undersea heroes.


About the Show

Join George Washington Sturgeon, Alexander Starfish, the fearless Marquis de Seahorse, Fabulous Frog, Gorgeous Great Blue Heron, and the Harbor Battalion as they battle the greedy King Blue Crab and his invading Industry Fleet in a thrilling underwater adventure inspired by the real wildlife, waterways, and Revolutionary history of New York Harbor.

As smoke-belching Industry Ships invade Brooklyn Harbor, George Washington Sturgeon and his underwater revolutionaries must retreat across the river to the marshes of New Jersey — where they discover the secret power of the tides and prepare for the great Battle of the Turning Tide!

Featuring giant waves, harbor creatures, sing along songs, audience participation, comedy, and a triumphant musical finale, this unforgettable family event transforms New York Harbor into a living Revolutionary adventure. Perfect for ages 4–104.

“The Harbor belongs to everyone!”



Special Pre-Show Event: World Championship of Drawing a Soccer Ball

In celebration of the coming FIFA World Cup, children from across New York City compete in the WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP OF DRAWING A SOCCER BALL FINALS — featuring an official FIFA soccer ball and a $50 cash prize for the winner! For young children - how to draw a sea horse! All art materials provided.


Schedule — June 28th

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM — World Championship of Drawing a Soccer Ball Finals for 9-12 and how to draw a Seahorse, a Starfish and a River for children 6 - 8

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM — Break / Waterfront Exploration

2:00 PM — The Fish That Saved New York Harbor— World Premiere Performance


Come celebrate Phoebe Legere’s birthday week — she was born July 4th! — with art, music, Revolution, and the living waters of New York Harbor!


Venue & Directions

Waterfront Museum Barge 290 Conover Street, Red Hook, Brooklyn, NY (Accessible by foot through a private parking lot to reach Pier 44)

By Transit: Weekend maintenance often affects service — use an online trip planner (new.mta.info/tripplanner). There are no direct subway routes; transfer from the train to the B61 bus. The NYC Ferry stops a 10-minute walk away at Atlantic Basin; the IKEA Ferry at Erie Basin, as does the B57 bus. Citi Bike is available at all area subway stops and throughout Red Hook.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Waterfront Museum, 290 Conover Street, Brooklyn, United States

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