Santa Claus News

Frosty Fest is a series of seven unique shows, all with a holiday theme but ranging in length, concept and style (some are on the nice list and some the naughty) presented back-to-back this month.

What did our critic think of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET CHRISTMAS at Turner Theater?

It’s not often that audiences have the chance to experience a completely new musical here in Central Florida, but that is what is happening every night (and select days) on stage at Titusville Playhouse with the premiere of WHAT A WONDERFUL WORLD which plays on the Titusville, FL stage through December 15th. This light, family-friendly holiday-themed musical will add more than a bit of holiday cheer to even the biggest Scrooge and provides the perfect start to the season.

Miracle on 34th Street is now playing at Circa 21 Dinner Playhouse through December 29, 2024! This heartwarming show, based on the beloved movie, is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season with family and friends. Don't miss the magic of this festive classic!

Get in the holiday spirit with a performance from Elf the Musical! Grey Henson, Ashley Brown, Kayla Davion, and Kai Edgar joined The View on Thursday to perform a medley from the show, which is now running on Broadway.

BLACKBARN Restaurant in NoMad has a special brunch and holiday toy drive taking place on Sunday December 8th and Sunday December 15th from 12pm-3PM featuring a special appearance from the man himself, Santa Claus.

Sean Astin is embracing the 'Santa phase' of his career. Astin is making his Broadway debut as Santa Claus in the new production of Elf and he recently visited Good Morning America to discuss his experience in the holiday musical.

The Fox Theatre will bring back its annual holiday tradition, 'Merry Mighty Mo and More!” this month. Learn more about the upcoming free, family event here!

Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre will present the heartwarming and hilarious musical comedy Another Night Before Christmas, running now through December 25, 2024.

The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis is ready to ring in the holiday season with the St. Louis premiere of Million Dollar Quartet Christmas, a rockin’ musical experience that brings together Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins.

With an abundance of witty filth (and filthy wit), A Very Naughty Christmas is an adults-only musical burlesque which has come straight up from down under.

One dozen performances rocked the halls of the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) which held a jam-packed two-day 20th anniversary holiday celebration party this past weekend at the organization’s Stony Brook Village museum location (at 97 Main Street, Stony Brook, NY).  See photos from the event.

Prepare for a delightful mash-up of holiday cheer and Shakespearean drama in Scrooge Macbeth, a cleverly written two-act comedy that elevates the phrase “the show must go on” to hilarious new heights.

Lots will be stirring at Mercer County Community College's Kelsey Theatre when the Kelsey Players brings the holiday classic 'Twas the Night Before Christmas' to the stage. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer the Musical is a wholly enchanting experience—the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season with kids of all ages.

Broadwayword had the pleasure of interviewing PJ Schweizer who plays Hermey about his career and 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer' at The Growing Stage.

The cast, crew, and creative team of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas at Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg present a show that is full of heart and hope, bringing light, life, and warmth to the stage.

Greater Boston Stage Company is currently presenting Winter Wonderettes, a celebration of 1960s holiday hits performed in four-part harmony. See photos and video from the production here!

Whether you're into a more serious story like It's a Wonderful Life or A Christmas Carol, or something more silly and fun like Elf or How the Grinch Stole Christmas, there is a Christmas movie-turned-musical for everyone who celebrates!

Director Karla Hartley hopes the audience will have a great time. 'I hope that they can overcome any holiday blues and laugh together with the Stageworks Family.'