Santa Claus News

Tramplings, all night stake-outs, shoppers running to get sales and stealing merchandise from other people's shopping carts. It's Christmas time again! As Black Friday draws near, beginning this year on Thanksgiving Day, shoppers are already caught up in the consumerist frenzy that has caused many people to question whether this tradition has any place preceding a holiday that promotes 'peace on earth and good will to men.'

The holiday season comes alive at MetroTech Commons Monday, December 2, at 5:30 p.m. Join Forest City Ratner Companies Executive Chairman Bruce Ratner and President and CEO MaryAnne Gilmartin for the 24th annual MetroTech tree lighting with Santa Claus, Shaun Livingston of the Brooklyn Nets and a performance from Tony Award-winning poet and playwright Lemon Andersen.

Orange County, Calif.—Nov. 22, 2013—Pacific Symphony mesmerizes audiences of all ages with the magic, wonder and imagination of Tchaikovsky's treasured ballet during the anticipated holiday concert, “Nutcracker for Kids,” part of Family Musical Mornings presented by Farmers and Merchants Bank. Led for the first time by Assistant Conductor Alejandro Gutiérrez, the Symphony teams up with the dazzling dancers of Festival Ballet Theatre to bring the story of Clara and her brave prince to life! Tchaikovsky's beautiful melodies soar and the colorful dancers enchant throughout the epic battle with the Mouse King, the Land of Sweets, Waltz of the Flowers and the captivating Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy. Especially suited for children ages 5-11, but just as enjoyable for parents and grandparents alike, this 45-minute version is narrated by Bree Burgess of No Square Theatre in Laguna Beach. The festive tradition also includes a holiday sing-along of “Jingle Bells,” “The Dreidel Song” and “We Wish You a Merry Christmas.” And a special guest is set to arrive sporting his famous red suit and fluffy white beard to spread the holiday cheer—Santa Claus!

It's beginning to sound a lot like Christmas with the release of Glee: The Music The Christmas Album Volume 4, available digitally Tuesday, December 3 and exclusively in Walmart stores on Tuesday, December 10.

Singing and dancing extravaganza based on the beloved stories of Jean Shepherd gets the eccentric tone just right in this funny and affectionate remembrance of the simple joys of Christmases past.

Pacific Symphony mesmerizes audiences of all ages with the magic, wonder and imagination of Tchaikovsky's treasured ballet during the anticipated holiday concert, 'Nutcracker for Kids,' part of Family Musical Mornings presented by Farmers and Merchants Bank.

The West Fargo High School (WFHS) Theatre Department announces the happy return of STORYBOOK BREAKFAST on Saturday, December 14th from 9a-12pm in the WFHS Commons.

Adult Swim stuffs your stocking with two holiday specials this December from NTSF:SD:SUV:: and Robot Chicken.

Producing Artistic Director Gwendolyn Whiteside and American Blues Theater, Chicago's second oldest Equity ensemble, recently announce the return of the critically-acclaimed It's a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!, directed by Marty Higginbotham, now at its new venue: the mainstage of the Greenhouse Theater Center, 2257 N. Lincoln Ave., tonight, November 22 - December 29.

Always a big fan of the Museum of Science & Industry (MOSI), Santa Claus has decided to set up his first-ever satellite toy workshop in MOSI's own inventor's studio, Idea Zone, from Nov. 22 - Dec. 31. Kids of all ages can think, design and create cool stocking stuffers and gifts for their parents and grandparents in preparation for the big day.

MONTREAL, Nov. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ - MEGA Brands, the Montreal-based maker of the world-renowned Mega Bloks, will be celebrating the start of the holiday season with its friends around the city, starting this weekend with several events leading up to the New Year!

The Roscommon Arts Theatre offers an array of activities from theatre to art classes. Look below to see their programming through the 19th.

Celebrate the holidays at 'Miracle on 34th Street' at Children's Theatre of Charlotte, Nov. 22-Dec. 22, a faithful adaptation of the classic 1947 film.

LAS VEGAS, Nov. 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ The lights of Las Vegas come to life as the destination prepares to celebrate the holiday season with yuletide flare. This winter season, holiday decor and displays will capture the imagination of every visitor.

The holiday season has started, and our local dinner theatres have three very different shows that cater to everyone's tastes in food and theatre alike

A New Year brings an all-new Rob Dyrdek on MTV! Dyrdek will take over Thursday nights on the network starting on January 2 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT with the return of “Ridiculousness” season four.

Disney Channel Announces December Programming Highlights