The Christmas Schooner spreads Christmas Cheer, 11/20-12/19

The Christmas Schooner is the heart-warming musical about a German-American shipping captain and his crew who braved the icy waters of Lake Michigan to bring Tannenbäume (Christmas trees) to the immigrant families of Chicago. Heartfelt storytelling - with wonderful music and dance - captures the true spirit of the holidays, celebrating the joy of giving and the importance of sharing traditions between generations and between neighbors.

"In a world of ‘me first' mentalities, this story of an immigrant family is one of love and sharing; a generosity of spirit that drives people to use the skills and resources at their disposal to reach out to those who are less fortunate," says History Theatre artistic director Ron Peluso. "That is why The Christmas Schooner is so popular; it reflects the best of what our nation and community can be, at the holidays and throughout the year."

The cast once again features William Gilness, Patty Nieman, and Fred Wagner who were in the 2002 production. The golden-voiced Mr. Gilness (Capt. Peter Stossel) was last seen on the History Theatre stage as the stern patriarch in A Servants' Christmas two years ago, and the lovely Ms. Nieman (Alma Stossel) most recently played LaVerne Andrews in Sisters of Swing last year. The charming Fred Wagner, a veteran character actor of stages throughout the Twin Cities, returns to History Theatre with great humor and heart in the role of Grandpa Stossel. The cast aslo includes Ethan Davenport, Anna Evans, Megan Fischer, Joshua Hinck, Ryan Hoffa, Dan Hopman, Megan Kelly Hubbell, Eric Knutson, Jennifer Maren, Carl Schoenborn, Zack Spicer, and Karen Weber.

SPECIAL TICKET OFFER: 2-for-1 tickets to Opening Weekend!
Get two tickets for the price of one to see The Christmas Schooner on either
Saturday, November 20 at 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 21 at 2:00 p.m.
Purchase tickets online or by phone (651.292.4323).
PROMOTION CODE: OPEN11

 

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE:
NOVEMBER 20 - DECEMBER 19, 2010
Sat, 11/20 at 7:30 p.m.
Opening
Sun, 11/21 at 2:00 p.m.
Afterthoughts
Tues, 11/23 at 10:00 a.m.
Fri, 11/26/10 at 7:30 p.m.
Family 4-Pack
Sat, 11/27 at 7:30 p.m.
Family 4-Pack
Sun, 11/28 at 2:00 p.m.
Afterthoughts
Thurs, 12/2 at 10:00 a.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Fri, 12/3 at 7:30 p.m.
Social 6-Pack
Sat, 12/4 at 2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Family Photos on Stage at 4:30 p.m.
Sun, 12/5 at 2:00 p.m. AD / ASL
Afterthoughts
Thurs, 12/9 at 10:00 a.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Fri, 12/10 at 7:30 p.m.
German Beer Tasting at 6:30 p.m.
Sat, 12/11 at 2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Holiday Dinner at 5:30 p.m.
Sun, 12/12 at 2:00 p.m.
Afterthoughts
Thurs, 12/16 at 7:30 p.m.
Fri, 12/17 at 7:30 p.m.
Sat, 12/18 at 2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Family Day at 4:30 p.m.
Sun, 12/19 at 2:00 p.m.
Afterthoughts
TICKET PRICES
Thursday nights, Saturday nights, and Sunday matinees:
Adults $32 / Seniors $30

Weekday matinees, Friday nights, and Saturday matinees:
Adults $28 / Seniors $25

Students with college I.D. $15

Children $10

Discount rates are available for groups of 12 or more.
Contact Jill Vaughn, Group Sales Coordinator for information about group discounts: by phone 651.292.4320 or by email.

SPECIAL OFFERS
Family 4-Pack - $75
• Fri, 11/26/10 at 7:30 p.m.
• Sat, 11/27 at 7:30 p.m.
• Sun, 11/28 at 2:00 p.m.
Four tickets (in any combination of Adults, Seniors, Students or Children) for just $75.
PROMOTION CODE: Fam4pak

Social 6-Pack - $150
• Fri, 12/3 at 7:30 p.m.
Six tickets and six drink coupons for just $150.

SPECIAL EVENTS: 

Dec. 4
at 4:30 p.m.
Family Photos on Stage
Bring your family and your camera to have a photo taken on the set of The Christmas Schooner. (Perfect for holiday cards and annual family newsletters!)
FREE

Dec. 10
at 6:30 p.m.
German Beer Tasting
Learn a bit about beer brewing and taste samples of five different German-style beers.
$5 per person. (includes a coupon for 1/2 off a bottle of your favorite brew of the evening).

Dec. 11
at 5:30 p.m.
Holiday Dinner Party
A delicious Southern-style supper catered by Dixie's on Grand before a performance of The Christmas Schooner.
$100 per person ($50 is a tax-deductible donation to History Theatre).

OTHER NEWS: 

Opening Night Traditions!
The cast and creative team of The Christmas Schooner share some of their opening night traditions and superstitions.

In the Lobby
A display by the Germanic-American Institute
When you come to see The Christmas Schooner, allow yourself some extra time to view a display about German immigrants in the Midwest and some of the holiday traditions we celebrate today.