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Review: MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET at Connecticut Theatre Company
by Jared Reynolds - Dec 13, 2025

Cozy, cute, and full of Christmas cheer. That’s what you get with Miracle on 34th Street. That was abound and aplenty at the Connecticut Theatre Company’s production of the motion picture classic! CTC’s production of Miracle on 34th Street kept the joy of the season at the heart of this production, right where it belongs.

Interview: Kabir Gandhi of ELF THE MUSICAL at The Fox Theatre
by Joseph Harrison - Dec 13, 2025

The national tour of ELF THE MUSICAL is preparing to bring holiday cheer to Atlanta’s Fox Theatre December 16 - 21 as part of the 2025/2026 Regions Bank Broadway in Atlanta season. To learn more about this special holiday treat, I caught up with Kabir Gandhi, a Duluth native and member of the ensemble, to talk about his journey from Georgia to the stage, the magic of ELF, and what it means to perform for his hometown crowd.

Review: ELF at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by Shelley Dean - Dec 12, 2025

The movie Elf is one of those films that sticks with you throughout your life; you remember the spaghetti, the syrup, and the unrivaled holiday cheer from the unique story. It’s only natural that a story full of this much nostalgia takes on a new life that honors its legacy. Enter Elf: The Musical. All of the magic of the original movie is packed into a stage show with dancing Santas, larger-than-life Christmas trees, and onstage skating that makes you want to join the fun. Seattle has been gifted its very own production this holiday season at the 5th Avenue Theatre. Elf: The Musical, directed and choreographed by Denis Jones, is now running downtown. 

Photos: Meredeth Willson’s MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET At The Playhouse On Rodney Square
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025

For the first time, the beloved holiday classic, Meredith Willson’s Miracle on 34th Street The Musical,  makes a stop at The Playhouse on Rodney Square in Wilmington, DE for a limited engagement. See photos!

Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS to be Presented at El Portal Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025

El Portal Theatre will present Irving Berlin’s White Christmas on the Debbie Reynolds Mainstage, for six performances only.

Opera Philadelphia Will Premiere COMPLICATIONS IN SUE With Music By Ten Composers In February 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2025

Opera Philadelphia will unveil COMPLICATIONS IN SUE, a new opera by Pulitzer and Tony winner Michael R. Jackson, at the Academy of Music in February 2026. Inspired by an idea from Justin Vivian Bond and scored by ten composers.

Meghan Trainor, Kelly Clarkson & More Featured in the Top 10 ASCAP New Classic Holiday Songs Chart
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 11, 2025

The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers has shared the top holiday songs that listeners are flocking to this season, including tracks from Ariana Grande, Meghan Trainor, Kelly Clarkson, and more.

Previews: MERRY OL’ MISSOURI: A FAMILY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR at The Missouri Theatre
by James Lindhorst - Dec 11, 2025

Merry Ol’ Missouri: A Family Christmas Spectacular returns to the Missouri Theatre in Columbia, Missouri on December 18-20, 2025. Last year’s sold-out, one night only show created such overwhelming demand that producers Melissa Bohon-Webel and Shelby Ringdahl Cox expanded the 2025 holiday spectacular to three performances. The very busy Shelby Ringdahl Cox graciously agreed to sit down with Broadway World and talk about creating Merry Ol’ Missouri: A Family Christmas Spectacular. Melissa and Shelby are the founders of Show Me Theatricals, the creative minds behind Merry Ol’ Missouri: A Family Christmas Spectacular, and the co-directors of the show. Both women grew up in Columbia, Missouri, graduated from Rockbridge High School, and went on to successful performing careers in New York and beyond.

Review Roundup: ELF THE MUSICAL Embarks on Holiday Season Tour
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2025

Performances are now underway for the brand-new tour of Elf The Musical, following the limited holiday Broadway engagement at The Marquis Theatre last year. The tour will come to 10 cities this holiday season, including Chicago, Atlanta, and San Antonio. 

Bad Hats Theatre’s NARNIA Extends Run At Crow’s Theatre And Soulpepper Due To Audience Demand
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2025

Bad Hats Theatre’s NARNIA will extend its run at Crow’s Theatre in association with Soulpepper Theatre. The adaptation of C.S. Lewis’ story features an actor-musician ensemble and a new score. The production continues as the centrepiece of Soulpepper’s holiday offerings.

Review: BLACKBARN in NoMad-Dine and Delight
by Marina Kennedy - Dec 9, 2025

When a restaurant has staying power, you know it’s great.  BLACKBARN has been in the NoMad neighborhood across the street from Madison Square Park for 10 years and counting. 

Review: A CHRISTMAS STORY: THE MUSICAL at Keystone Theatrics At The Playhouse At Allenberry
by Andrea Stephenson - Dec 9, 2025

On stage December 5-21, the cast and production team of A Christmas Story: The Musical at Keystone Theatrics have created an exciting, energetic, emotional production.

Photos/Video: ELF THE MUSICAL at Tuacahn's Indoor Hafen Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2025

Elf the Musical is now playing in Tuacahn’s Indoor Hafen Theatre. Performances run through December 20. Check out all new photos and video footage from the production here!

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Unveils Cast of MERRY, MERRY MISCHIEF: HOLIDAY CLASSICS
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 8, 2025

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey has revealed the cast of a seasonal scripts-in-hand presentation titled Merry, Merry Mischief: Holiday Classics, happening on Saturday, December 13th at 11:00 AM at the F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre.

Karen Mason to Headline Annual Free Chelsea Community Church Candlelight Carol Service
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025

Chelsea Community Church, a unique non-denominational Christian congregation in New York City that welcomes people of all faiths-and of uncertain faith, celebrates the holidays with the 51st annual CCC CANDLELIGHT CAROL SERVICE.

Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Cincinnati Awards; The Carnegie Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Cincinnati Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Silent Movie Mondays at Balboa Theatre to Feature OLD SCROOGE and A DOG'S LIFE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025

Celebrate the season at Silent Movie Mondays at Balboa Theatre with a special double feature of Old Scrooge, starring Seymour Hicks, and A Dog's Life starring Charlie Chaplin.

Review: THE JINKX & DELA HOLIDAY SHOW at The Kings Theater Is Unhinged & Joyful
by Alex Del Cueto - Dec 8, 2025

A campy, chaotic, and wildly funny holiday escape as Jinkx and DeLa turn Christmas into a twisted anthology full of big laughs, bigger heart, and pure drag joy.

Holiday Shows In NYC: A Complete 2025 Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Dec 7, 2025

It's Christmastime in the city and with all of the holiday hustle and bustle comes a whole bunch of yuletide cheer at the theater! Check out a complete list of where you can find holiday entertainment in New York City in 2025!

Review: JINGLE BELLS AND JAZZ NOELS at Twin Citie's Gay Mens Chorus
by Jared Fessler - Dec 7, 2025

The holiday season officially arrived at Orchestra Hall as Jingle Bells & Jazz Noels filled the room with a generous dose of sparkle, swing, and good old-fashioned cheer.