The 4 Best Live Holiday Shows to Put You in the Christmas Spirit

The holiday season is here.  Yes I know what you’re thinking, “Where the hell did October go?”  Well if you’re anything like me, you kinda need to put yourself in the holiday spirit. Well if this is the case we have just the thing to jump start your holiday cheer, a live holiday show.  Whether you go solo, on a date or with family, a festive live show will get even Scrooge singing Christmas jingles.   So be sure to check out our list of the 4 Best Live Holiday Shows to Put You in the Christmas Spirit.
 

A Christmas Story, The Musical

Nov. 10th-Jan. 10th | Walnut St. Theatre

A CHRISTMAS STORY, The Musical is the Broadway musical comedy gift you will cherish all holiday long! In 1940’s Indiana, a bespectacled boy named Ralphie has a big imagination and one wish for Christmas–a Red Ryder BB Gun. A kooky leg lamp, outrageous pink bunny pajamas, a cranky department store Santa and a triple-dog-dare to lick a freezing flagpole are just a few of the obstacles that stand between Ralphie and his Christmas dream. Based on the classic 1983 movie, A CHRISTMAS STORY, The Musical captures holiday wonder with funny and heartfelt songs, show stopping dancing, delicious wit and a heart of gold. After two triumphant sold-out seasons on Broadway this hilarious musical makes its Philadelphia debut!

Charles Dickens’ A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Nov. 28th-Dec. 20th | Walnut St. Theatre

WST for Kids Subscribers save more on tickets to Charles Dickens’ A CHRISTMAS CAROL Tickets are only $14 (regularly $16) in the orchestra or mezzanine rows A-GG and $12 (regularly $14) in mezzanine rows H-R. There is no limit to the number of discounted tickets for A Christmas Carol, so make it a party and bring your kids’ friends along to this annual celebration! You choose from our select matinee performances, November 28 – December 20. This added discount is available by phone only Call 215.574.3550 ext. 6 today!

George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker™

Dec. 11th-31st | The Academy of Music

Escape to the Land of Sweets for the Philadelphia region’s most beloved holiday tradition, George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker™. For 46 years, families have created yuletide memories with Pennsylvania Ballet’s production of this classic tale. The simple story of a girl, a gift, and a fanciful dream is made magical by opulent sets and costumes, the charm of The School of Pennsylvania Ballet students, and the impassioned artistry of Pennsylvania Ballet dancers. The celebrated Philadelphia Boys Choir raises their voices with the magnificent Pennsylvania Ballet Orchestra to bring Tschaikovsky’s unforgettable score to life.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer The Musical

Dec. 17th-20th | Merriam TheaterThe beloved TV classic Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer soars off the screen and onto the stage this holiday season. Join us in celebrating Rudolph’s 50 years on television and come see all of your favorite characters as they come to life in the all new Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical. It’s an adventure that teaches us that what makes you different can be what makes you special.