A Christmas Story – The Musical! at Athens Theatre

You’ll shoot your eye out!

A Christmas Story, The Musical brings the beloved 1983 film to hilarious life on stage. Set in 1940s Indiana, young Ralphie Parker is determined to convince everyone that his dream gift—the official Red Ryder® Carbine-Action 200-Shot Range Model Air Rifle—is exactly what he needs for Christmas. Along the way, he faces unforgettable obstacles, including an infamous glowing leg lamp, humiliating pink bunny pajamas, a maniacal department store Santa, and the ultimate triple-dog-dare.

From the acclaimed songwriting team of Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (Dear Evan Hansen, La La Land) and with a book by Joseph Robinette, this spirited stage adaptation captures the warmth, humor, and wide-eyed holiday wonder that have made the story a seasonal tradition for generations. Nominated for three 2013 Tony Awards, the musical has been praised by the Associated Press as “a joyous Christmas miracle,” while The New York Times declared, “I was dazzled.”

Bursting with nostalgic charm, quick-witted comedy, and memorable musical numbers, this festive favorite delivers heart, humor, and holiday magic for audiences of all ages.

Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois

Rating: G (suitable for all ages) Run time: Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, including a 15-minute intermission

SPECIAL ASL/ENGLISH INTERPRETED PERFORMANCE ON SUNDAY 12/6 at 2:30 PM

SPECIAL AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE ON SATURDAY 12/5 at 2 PM

TO PURCHASE TICKETS IN THE SECTION WITH THE BEST SIGHT LINES TO THE INTERPRETERS, PLEASE CONTACT THE BOX OFFICE EITHER AT 386-736-1500 OR EMAIL US AT BOXOFFICE@ATHENSDELAND.COM

Reserved Seating

Preferred $38 (Row A-F, Orchestra & CC-DD Center Balcony)

Adult $33 – Senior $29 Student/Child $12 – Groups of 8 or more $26 A $5.00 per ticket Processing charge is added to all purchases.

As the historic Athens Theatre does not have an elevator, the balcony is not accessible to anyone with a wheelchair or walker.

All Patrons with special needs can contact the Box Office at 386-736-1500 for our wheelchair/walker accessible seating.

Special Box Seat Package

Catered exclusively by Joe Hearn Events, The Elusive Grape, Pat & Toni’s Sweet Things, and 3 Smart Cookies.

$500 – Price includes:

• Up to 11 seats in the Box Seat and Balcony area
• Choice of Red/White Wine
• Cheese Platter
• Chocolate Covered Strawberries
• Cookies

Please contact the Box Office at 386-736-1500, for this Package. (a $5 per seat processing fee is added to the cost of these packages)