Kids listings

Compiled by Grace Krilanovich.

Gold Rush Visitors may experience elation similar to that of the miners of 1849 when they pan for gold at the museum. Autry National Center, 4700 Western Heritage Way, L.A. Sat.-next Sun., 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free with museum admission. $3-$9; 2 and younger, free. (323) 667-2000.

Cindy and the Disco Ball The Falcon Theatre presents an updated production of the family musical that sets the “Cinderella” story in the 1970s. By Joseph Leo Bwarie and Lori Marshall, with music by Rachael Lawrence. Falcon Theatre, 4252 Riverside Drive, Burbank. Today, 1 p.m. $12-$15. (818) 955-8101.

Dig It! Learn about the history of the ancient Near East, the methods of excavating a site, and preserving artifacts. No reservations necessary. Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., L.A. Today, next Sun. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Free with museum admission. (310) 440-4500.

Art Odyssey for Families Guided tours through galleries and art activities for ages 5 and older. Getty Villa, 17985 Pacific Coast Highway, Pacific Palisades. Sat.-next Sun., 2 p.m. Free, advance tickets required. Parking is $8. (310) 440-7300.

Escape Reality Steve Spill and Bozena Sparrow perform classic illusions with sketch comedy, drama, romance and audience participation. Suitable for the whole family. Magicopolis, 1418 4th St., Santa Monica. Today, 2 p.m.; Fri., 8 p.m.; Sat., 2 and 8 p.m.; next Sun., 2 p.m. $22-$27. (310) 451-2241.

Giggle Gaggle and Detention Span Stand-up, improv and sketch comedy by young performers. Raven Playhouse, 5233 N. Lankershim Blvd., North Hollywood. Sat.-next Sun., 2 and 5 p.m. $8. (818) 505-9355.

Bob Baker’s Musical World The newest musical marionette show at L.A.’s landmark puppet theater takes audiences on a journey through an enchanted toy shop and into a springtime picnic to celebrate the changing of the seasons. Bob Baker Marionette Theater, 1345 W. 1st St., L.A. Today, 2:30 p.m.; Tues.-Fri., 10:30 a.m.; Sat.-next Sun., 2:30 p.m. $15. (213) 250-9995.

Comedy Improv for Kids by Kids Performers ages 5 to 13. L.A. Connection Comedy Theatre, 13442 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks. Today, next Sun. 3:30 p.m. $7. (818) 784-1868.

Discovery Labs Learn about marine science through art, stories and hands-on activities. Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen White Drive, San Pedro. Wed., 3-5 p.m. $1-$5. (310) 548-7562.

A Faery Hunt An interactive play in which fairies take children on a quest for the Faery Queen. O’Melveny Park, 17300 Sesnon Blvd., Granada Hills. Sat., 10:30 a.m. $10. (818) 324-6802.

Kids’ Drum Circle Children and parents can beat on provided drums. Remo Percussion Center, 7308 Coldwater Canyon Blvd., North Hollywood. Sat., 11-11:45 a.m. Free. (818) 982-0461.

Cinderella Theatre West, 3333 Cahuenga Blvd. W., L.A. Sat., 1 p.m. $10-$12. (818) 761-2203. (323) 851-7977.

South Coast Storytellers World legends and myths. Bowers Kidseum, 1802 N. Main St., Santa Ana. Sat., 1:30 p.m. Free with $5 museum admission; 16 and younger, free. (714) 480-1520.