This show is very entertaining for a nine year old. As a matter of fact, our DDs have been to several Cirque de Soleil performances (different shows) and they have thoroughly enjoyed all of them. The shows are awe-inspiring, funny, and very entertaining. At other Cirque performances we've been to, there is a concession outside of the performing area. I don't recall being able to eat or drink in the audience (but I could be wrong about La Nouba...can't quite remember!).