The Emperor's New Clothes

A couple of weekends ago, we went to see "The Emperor's New Clothes" at the Chicago Shakespere Theater on Navy Pier.  Honestly, we found this musical to be very enjoyable, and the kids (ages 6 & 8) loved it.

The story involves an Emperor whose only daughter is going away to college.  Unfortunately, he has stopped all trains from coming to and going from his kingdom until he finds an appropriate outfit for himself for Emperor's Day.  Everyone in the kingdom is anxious for him to make his selection--especially his daughter.

Lord Vince schemes with the tailors to try to convince the Emperor to choose a magical fabric that can only be seen by those most deserving.  Does this fabric truly exist?  What do you think? 

We were charmed by this adaptation of an old fairy tale, especially the moments when the Emperor and his daughter finally come to a better understanding of each other.