On Sunday, November 24, I had the pleasure of seeing RUDOLPH performed at the Downtown Cabaret Children's Theatre in Bridgeport, CT. This is my favorite of the three Downtown Cabaret Children's Theatre Christmas shows I have seen. Written by Phil Hill and directed by Frank Root, it brings comedy, familiar music, and an excellent cast of six, all of whom are in roles that showcase their incredible talents.
The national tour of RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER: THE MUSICAL, playing for just two more performances at the Eccles Theater, is a tribute to the beloved claymation holiday special and is infused with innocence and childlike joy for the whole family to enjoy together.
Actress and Singer Carla Jimenez is releasing today her holiday album Mondo Christmas. Inspired by a love for Christmas and the music that goes with the season, her amazing voice will take you through the magic of the classics with a twist and a 3-track collection of original songs.
A MOTOWN CHRISTMAS plays Signature Theatre from December 3 a?" 21, 2019. Get a first listen to Mark G. Meadows singing Stevie Wonder's 'Someday at Christmas'!
Most of us are quite familiar with the nostalgic and beloved 1947 Christmas movie, Miracle on 34th Street. But did you know that the inspiration for the story, about a disillusioned woman, her skeptical daughter and a mysterious man who believes he is the real Santa Claus, came when Valentine Davies was standing in line at a big department store during the Christmas season.
Broadway Palm proudly presents Sounds of Christmas playing now through December 25, 2019. Bring your family and friends as we celebrate the season with festive production numbers, beautiful dancing and dazzling costumes!
Once in a while, a musical comes along that truly reminds you why so many of us adore the art form. The show on this occasion is The Season, which officially opened at the Royal & Derngate in Northampton last night.
It's (almost) the most wonderful time of the year! Back by public demand, The Barricade Boys today announce the first confirmed line-up of special guest stars who will be joining them during their Christmas residency from 10-28 December at The Other Palace in London's West End.
Make Music Winter, a free, outdoor music-making celebration on the winter solstice that brings communities together and warms the spirit, returns this year on Saturday, Dec. 21 with more than 10 participatory musical parades across New York City. The daylong musical celebration on the shortest day of the year brings together New Yorkers of all ages, backgrounds, musical abilities and styles to sing, play, march and dance their way across streets, parks, plazas and other public spaces. Make Music Winter, which is being held in over 30 cities nationwide, is the cold-weather version of Make Music Day, the annual global celebration of music occurring on June 21, the summer solstice.
Tacoma Little Theatre presents a special added show for the holiday season, 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, written by Ken Ludwig (Lend Me A Tenor, The Fox on the Fairway), and directed by Mary Ellen Gilmour.
Gwinnett's longest-running theatrical holiday tradition returns! Theatergoers are invited to deck the halls at Aurora Theatre with a medley of merry melodies during Christmas Canteen 2019, which will warm hearts and cheer spirits from Nov. 14 – Dec. 23. Hosted by Jimi Kocina and Cecil Washington, Jr., the high-energy musical blends comedy, nostalgia and a nod to the patriotic that makes the most wonderful time of the year even more wonderful! This year, the show will include a visit from the Jolly old elf himself: Santa Claus.
Desert Stages Theatre (DST) announces the opening of the comedic holiday tale, a?oeA Christmas Story the Playa?? on Saturday, November 29 at Scottsdale Fashion Square. This production is based on the classic American 1983 motion picture of the same title, written by Jean Shepherd, Leigh Brown and Bob Clark as well as Jean Shepherd's novel a?oeIn God We Trust, All Others Pay Cash.a??
Ralphie is coming to the rescue because it's the the seventh anniversary of A Christmas Story The Musical coming to Broadway! To celebrate us counting down to Christmas, we're looking back at the show's opening night at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, with the official Broadway debut of the now Oscar, Tony, and Grammy-winning songwriting duo of Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. Check out this video to see the pair alongside John Bolton, Dan Lauria, Erin Dilly, and more!
Randy Rainbow's debut album Hey Gurl, It's Christmas!, released by Broadway Records (Van Dean, President), debuted in the number one spot on Billboard's Comedy Album Chart. The album marks the first entry from Broadway Records in the Comedy Album charts. Hey Gurl, It's Christmas!, is currently available for order at BroadwayRecords.com and is available digitally everywhere music is sold.
Long Island's newest year-round professional theatrical venue, The Argyle Theatre (Mark and Dylan Perlman, Managing Partners; Evan Pappas, Artistic Director), presents the musical Miracle on 34th Street, The Musical with book, music and lyrics by Meredith Willson (The Music Man). Performances began November 14, 2019 for a limited engagement through Sunday afternoon, December 29, 2019 at The Argyle Theatre (34 West Main Street, Babylon, Long Island). Opening Night was Saturday evening, November 16, 2019. Miracle on 34th Street, The Musical is sponsored by P.C. Richard & Son and presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
A classic Christmas movie full of holiday music, sentimental romance, family-friendly comedy, and colorful holiday spirit, SANTA FAKE brings holiday cheer with top-notch musical numbers and brilliant performances by a delightful cast that will enchant the whole family.
Long Island's newest year-round professional theatrical venue, The Argyle Theatre, presents the musical Miracle on 34th Street, The Musical with book, music and lyrics by Meredith Willson (The Music Man). Performances began Thursday, November 14, 2019 for a limited engagement through Sunday afternoon, December 29, 2019 at The Argyle Theatre (34 West Main Street, Babylon, Long Island).
This season, the Utah Symphony presents a jam-packed variety of programs that audiences of all ages will love. In addition to your traditional holiday favorites, this programming will feature the awe-inspiring 2,000-voice audience sing-a-long with Handel's “Messiah” and show stoppers such as Celtic Woman and Broadway star Ashley Brown. There's something festive for everyone, so come celebrate the holiday season with the Utah Symphony. Tickets are on sale now, and can be purchased at utahsymphony.org or by calling (801) 533-6683.
Raymond Gubbay Limited is celebrating over 25 years of presenting brilliant season entertainment in 2019, with an incredible line up of Christmas Festivals in London, Manchester, Glasgow, and Birmingham including some iconic favourites a?" which have become UK festive institutions a?" and some exciting new concerts for 2019.
Highlights of the new concerts for 2019 are: