Events Now Showing or Coming Soon
Atlanta Community Theatre Association
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**A Sage Christmas, Marietta’s New Theatre on the Square, November 29-December 14, 2025, Marietta
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**It’s a Wonderful Life, Southside Theatre Guild, December 4-14, 2025, Fairburn
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A Christmas Carol, LCS Productions, December 4-21, 2025, Cumming
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**A Christmas Carol, Woodstock Arts, December 5-24, 2025, Woodstock
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**Between the Lines, Onstage Atlanta, December 5-21, 2025, Scottdale
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**The Diary of Anne Frank, Authenticity Theater, December 5-6, 2025, Scottdale
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**A Christmas Carol, Mad Artists Entertainment, December 5-14, 2025, East Cobb/Marietta and Dallas
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**December Then & Now, New Depot Players, December 10-14, 2025, Conyers
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**A Charlie Brown Christmas, Lionheart Theatre, December 11-21, 2025, Norcross
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**Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Norcross Christmas Show, Lionheart Theatre, December 11-21, 2025, Norcross
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**Dashing Through the Snow, Merely Players Presents, December 11-21, 2025, Doraville
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Tues November 25 7:30 PM
Wed November 16 1:00 PM / 7:30 PM
Fri November 28 8:00 PM
Sat November 29 2:00 PM / 8:00 PM
Sun November 30 1:00 PM / 6:30 PM
The winner of the 2024 Tony Award® for Best Musical is THE OUTSIDERS. Adapted from S.E. HINTON’s seminal novel and FRANCIS FORD COPPOLA’s iconic film, this thrilling new musical features a book by ADAM RAPP with JUSTIN LEVINE, music and lyrics by JAMESTOWN REVIVAL (Jonathan Clay & Zach Chance) and JUSTIN LEVINE, music supervision, orchestration, and arrangements by JUSTIN LEVINE, choreography by RICK KUPERMAN & JEFF KUPERMAN, and direction by Tony Award® winner DANYA TAYMOR. Entertainment Weekly says, "It has the power to inspire an entire generation."
In Tulsa, Oklahoma, 1967, Ponyboy Curtis, his best friend Johnny Cade and their Greaser family of ‘outsiders’ battle with their affluent rivals, the Socs. THE OUTSIDERS navigates the complexities of self-discovery as the Greasers dream about who they want to become in a world that may never accept them. With a dynamic original score, THE OUTSIDERS is a story of friendship, family, belonging…and the realization that there is still “lots of good in the world.”
“REFRESHING. GRITTY. ENDLESSLY EFFECTIVE. THE OUTSIDERS HAS BEEN MADE WITH SO MUCH LOVE AND SINCERITY. IT IS FAIR TO CALL IT GOLDEN.”
The New York Times
“THE OUTSIDERS HAS A HEART OF GOLD AND THE POWER TO INSPIRE AN ENTIRE GENERATION.”
Entertainment Weekly
“MORE PULSE-POUNDING THAN ANYTHING ELSE ON BROADWAY.”
Time Out New York
“THE BEST NEW MUSICAL OF THE SEASON.”
The New York Post
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Tues, December 16 7:30 PM
Wed, December 17 7:30 PM
Thur, December 18 7:30 PM
Fri, December 19 8:00 PM
Sat, December 20 10:00 AM / 3:00 PM / 8:00 PM
Sun, December 21 1:00 PM / 6:30 PM
Elf The Musical, inspired by the hit film, is the hilarious and heartwarming tale of Buddy, a young orphan child whose life is changed forever when he mistakenly crawls into Santa’s sack of toys one Christmas Eve. When he discovers he is human, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and, in turn, helps the Big Apple rediscover the true meaning of Christmas.
“Elf The Musical lands on the VERY, VERY NICE LIST! The show has CRACKED THE CODE OF ALL-AGES COMEDY, the kind that will leave children and grown-ups equally helpless with laughter.”
The New York Times
★★★★! "Elf The Musical is a Christmas Gift. My grinchiness vanished, to be replaced with a big wide grin…THIS SHOW IS REALLY ELFIN' GOOD.”
TimeOut
“This revival EXUDES FRESHNESS – The book and score HAVE THE CRACKLE AND GLOW OF A FIRE IN THE HEARTH. All together, it’s enough to MAKE YOU BELIEVE IN THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS.”
The New Yorker
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Tues December 23 3:00 PM 7:00 PM
Wed December 24 1:00 PM
Enjoy the magic of the NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet at the Fox Theatre. Watch world-class dancers perform with towering puppets, breathtaking acrobatics, and dazzling costumes. Gather the family close and make it a holiday to remember with this magical Christmas ballet.
Find More Information and Access to Tickets HERE
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January 6 - January 11, 2026
Ali is a 17-year-old girl full of fire – searching for freedom, passion and her place in the world. How she finds them is a New York City coming-of-age story you've never felt before – Hell's Kitchen, a new musical from 16-time Grammy® Award winner Alicia Keys, whose new songs and greatest hits about growing up in NY inspire a story made for Broadway. Rebellious and stifled by an overprotective single mother, Ali is lost until she meets her mentor: a neighbor who opens her heart and mind to the power of the piano. Set to the rhythm of the 90s, Hell's Kitchen is a love story between a mother and daughter. It's about finding yourself, your purpose, and the community that lifts you. Come remember where dreams begin. Hailed as a New York Times Critic’s Pick that is, “thrilling from beginning to end – a rare must-see!" Hell's Kitchen is directed by four-time Tony Award nominee Michael Greif, with choreography by four-time Tony Award nominee Camille A. Brown, a book by Pulitzer Prize finalist Kristoffer Diaz, and the music of Alicia Keys.
Tues January 6 7:30 PM
Wed January 7 7:30 PM
Thu January 8 7:30 PM
Fri January 9 8:00 PM
Sat January 10 2:00 PM / 8:00 PM
Sun January 11 1:00 PM / 6:30 PM
“THRILLING FROM BEGINNING TO END, HELL ’ S KITCHEN STANDS OUT AS A RARE MUST - SEE!”
The New York Times
“A SPARKLING STORY WITH ICONIC MUSIC AND ABSOLUTE POWERHOUSE VOCALS. BEAUTIFUL AND HEARTBREAKING.”
Variety
“ONE OF THE MOST EUPHORIC EXPERIENCES I’VE HAD IN A THEATER.”
The Los Angeles Post
"★★★★★ ! HELL ’ S KITCHEN IS A MARVEL! A LIVE - WIRE THEATRICAL ADAPTATION OF ALICIA KEYS’ HIT LIST THAT BRINGS THE HOUSE DOWN."
The Guardian
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Sat January 24 8:00 PM
Sun January 25 1:00 PM / 6:30 PM
Dive into the thrilling Blue Man Group experience – a blend of captivating music, interactive art and audience engagement. Blue Man Group creates a fun, disruptive and out of the ordinary atmosphere that exhilarates the senses and uplifts spirits for audiences of all ages. Join over 50 million fans who’ve experienced the magic of Blue Man Group across the world!
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Fri February 6 8:00 PM
Sat February 7 2:00 PM / 8:00 PM
Since Riverdance first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide. The Grammy award-winning music and the infectious energy of its mesmerising choreography and breathtaking performances has left audiences in awe and established Riverdance as a global cultural sensation. To celebrate this incredible 30th year milestone, Riverdance will embark on a special anniversary tour, bringing its magic to audiences around the world. This spectacular production rejuvenates the much-loved original show with new innovative choreography and costumes and state of the art lighting, projection and motion graphics. And for the first time Riverdance welcomes “The New Generation” of performers, all of whom were not born when the show began 30 years ago.
Audiences will enjoy a unique and memorable performance which blends the traditional and the contemporary, showcasing the skill and passion of the world-class of dancers, musicians and singers in the Riverdance ensemble. Composed by Bill Whelan. Produced by Moya Doherty. Directed by John McColgan. www.riverdance.com
Find More Information and Access to Tickets HERE
“The phenomenon rolls on!… There will always be a Riverdance!”
The New York Times
“The sort of spectacle and experience that comes along once in a lifetime.”
The Hollywood Reporter
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Sat February 28 7:30 PM
Sun March 1 1:00 PM / 7:00 PM
Tue March 3 7:00 PM
Wed March 4 7:00 PM
Thur March 5 7:00 PM
Fri March 6 7:00 PM
Broadway’s spellbinding spectacular Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is coming to a city near you. Join the next adventure and experience the wizarding world like never before at this record-breaking hit and winner of six Tony Awards including Best Play. “It’s one of the most defining pop culture events of the decade” (Forbes). When Harry Potter’s head-strong son Albus befriends the son of his fiercest rival, Draco Malfoy, it sparks an unbelievable new journey for them all—with the power to change the past and future forever. Prepare for a mind-blowing race through time, spectacular spells, and an epic battle, all brought to life with the most astonishing theatrical magic ever seen on stage. It’s a “marvel of imagination” (The New York Times) that will “leave you wondering ‘how’d they do that?’ for days to come” (People Magazine).
“I know a MAGNIFICENT PIECE OF THEATRE when I see one."
The Chicago Tribune
“Spellbinding! ‘ Harry Potter and the Cursed Child ’ — packed with mind - boggling illusions, riveting choreography, an immersive score and a skilled cast — delivers a dazzling tale truly worthy of the wizarding world. ”
Chicago Sun-Times
IT’S BACK!
JOIN US FOR A UNIQUE HARVEST CELEBRATION!
Every Saturday - November 1 thru December 6
PLUS Friday, Nov. 28
Open from 2pm to 9pm
Journey to the village of Nottingham –complete with artisans offering their hand-made treasures, delicious unique food and drink
fit for Royalty, games, rides, and stages brimming with amazing entertainers from across the realm.
It’s a day of adventure that goes right into the evening!
Experience the village after dark - cozy candles and lanterns light the pathways and create a magical setting as the fun continues.
Don’t miss Nottingham’s favorite hero, Robin Hood and his Merry Men, as they outwit the evil Sheriff of Nottingham
and his henchmen.
Be careful - you might get taxed!
TICKETS ON SALE NOW
Adults – $25.20
($22.95 + $2.25 fee)
Children (6 to 12) – $13.62 ($11.95 + $1.67 fee)
DON’T MISS A SINGLE DAY!
Become a resident of Nottingham - with your Season Pass you can attend every day of the Fall season! Your Fall Fling Season Pass allows you one admission for each day of the Fall season, including BLACK FRIDAY!
SEASON PASS – $ 83.05
($78.95 + $4.10 fee)
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There are a limited number of tickets for each day, so GET YOURS NOW!
REMEMBER – Tickets for the Fall Fling are DATE SPECIFIC!
The ticket you purchase is valid only for the date on the ticket.
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Park Like Royalty – VIP Parking Awaits!
Make your Fall Fling adventure even smoother with VIP Parking! Skip the hassle and park closest to the festival gates with our VIP Parking option. Enjoy quick access, shorter walks, and an easy exit at the end of the day. Spaces are limited and must be purchased online in advance. Reserve yours early for the most convenient festival experience.
Here’s How It Works:
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Online Purchase Only – Available in advance; no on-site sales.
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Sales Close at Midnight – Reserve before 12:00 AM the night prior to your visit.
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Quick Entry – Provide your license plate during checkout for fast verification.
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Morning Reminder – You’ll receive a helpful text with instructions and a reminder to add your ticket to your phone wallet or screenshot it for easy scanning.
On Festival Day:
Our team of friendly attendants will guide you from arrival to parking. Clear signage will ensure a smooth flow of traffic, and only VIP ticket holders will be admitted to the VIP lot.
Reserve your VIP parking in advance — spaces will sell quickly!
By Popular Request Themed Dates are Here
Turnaround Livestock and Exotics
Petting Zoo – Included with your Festival Admission (Free!)
Additional Paid Experiences:
Exotic Animal Encounters
Pony Rides
Clydesdale Rides
Camel Rides
Animal Feed
The fourth annual First Voices Festival is a multifaceted celebration of Indigenous cultures based in Atlanta, Georgia. Events include: Art of Activism, a night of storytelling, music and traditional foods; a two day outdoor Powwow; Say Their Names, a special staged presentation featuring film and live performance, and a screening of the documentary She Cried That Day.
These events are brought to you by 7 Stages, Turtle Island Trading, Little 5 Points Cultural District, Zintkala Zi Powwow, Plaza Theatre and Out of Hand.
She Cried That Day
Documentary Film Screening
November 28, 2025
Plaza Theatre – 1049 Ponce De Leon Ave NE Atlanta, GA
This special screening of the documentary She Cried That Day at Plaza Theatre features a post show dialogue with Director Amanda Erickson, who grew up in Peachtree City and earned her film degree at Georgia State University. She is a member of the San Carlos Apache, and her film is about missing and murdered Indigenous women in New Mexico.
Christine Means and her family have spent years questioning the circumstances surrounding her sister’s death. In 2019, a renewed sense of hope for justice places Christine at the center of the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives movement in New Mexico. As she becomes a voice for her sister, we get an inside look into how this deadly crisis takes a toll on a family, a community and a state. This is a story of love, spirit, and the unwavering power of Indigenous Women and Allies who refuse to let their loved ones remain invisible in the eyes of the justice system.
Click here to watch the trailer!
True Colors is the place where bold stories come alive, Black artistry thrives, and Atlanta’s culture takes center stage.
None of this would be possible without the artists, community partners, Board volunteers and donors that support our work.
We invite you to make a gift today that will set the stage for all that is to come in 2026, from the Next Narrative Monologue Competition, to our upcoming mainstage productions and our True Talks community events. Join us in inspiring the next generation to appreciate the power of live theatre!
SET THE STAGE WITH TRUE COLORS
With gratitude,
True Colors Theatre Company
The Nutcracker
December 6 - 27
“...so packed with visual details, it's impossible to take it all in at once: Audiences can return year after year and make new discoveries.” - ArtsATL
Let Atlanta Ballet transport you and your family into the magical world of The Nutcracker this holiday season. A winter wonderland awaits you, where falling snowflakes, twirling flowers and spinning stars come to life in this reimagined, larger-than-life production, set to the iconic Tchaikovsky score played live by the Atlanta Ballet Orchestra. Make Atlanta Ballet’s The Nutcracker part of your holiday celebration this year. On stage at Cobb Energy Centre, December 6 to 27, 2025.
Find More Information and Links HERE
December 18-23, 2025
Sensory-Friendly Performance 12/23
Our magical holiday tradition returns! Join Clara on a festive journey through the Land of Sweets with dazzling costumes, beloved music, and family-friendly fun.
“In an old house in Paris that was covered with vines lived twelve little girls in two straight lines,” begins the story of Madeline. This holiday season will be unlike any other for Madeline and her friends. While on their morning walk with Miss Clavel, the girls come down with the flu, and as they take to their bed, many wonder if they will be able to go home for Christmas. With the arrival of a mysterious stranger, Madeline and the other girls get a holiday adventure beyond their wildest dreams.
A musical play adapted from Ludwig Bemelmans’ delightful book. A holiday treat for the whole family!
DIRECTED BY EVE KRUEGER & TIM STOLTENBERG
Dad’s Garage and Horizon Theatre take on the holidays in Atlanta with scenes, songs and laughs to get you through the festivus season. If you loved Y’allmark Christmas or The Santaland Diaries at Horizon, you won’t want to miss this new merry mayhem. Dad’s Garage’s award-winning ensemble members have handmade this fast-paced, laugh-out-loud comedy that lovingly pokes fun at the holidays in Atlanta and serves up the city’s quirks with a festive twist. With sharp writing, big characters, and plenty of local flavor, it’s the perfect way to kick off the season—ATL style.
Bring the office, your friends or your even your teenager for a night of laughter!
DECEMBER 12-31, 2025
Preview: Dec 11
DECEMBER 12-28, 2025
BYERS THEATRE I SANDY SPRINGS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
This December, follow the yellow brick road to the Byers Theatre for this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, directed by Tony Award® recipient BAAYORK LEE! THE WIZARD OF OZ is the timeless tale of young Dorothy Gale, who travels from Kansas “over the rainbow” to the magical Land of Oz, where she meets colorful characters along the way, and makes an enemy of a truly wicked witch! This adaptation (by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company) continues to thrill audiences worldwide, and includes the songs “Over the Rainbow,” “Munchkinland (Ding Dong! The Witch Is Dead),” “If I Only Had a Brain/a Heart/the Nerve,” “We’re Off to See the Wizard (Follow the Yellow Brick Road),” “Jitterbug,” and “The Merry Old Land of Oz.” This holiday production will feature a special 1pm Christmas Eve performance!
This production is suitable for all ages. All patrons must have a ticket regardless of age. All sales are final. No refunds.
Watch Meet the Cast Video HERE
The holidays are back at AE, and better than ever! The Candybox Revue starts the season with their Brrr-lesque Winter Spectacular, followed by the return of Olive and Agatha’s popular A Gay in a Manger, and ending with AE's favorite Libby’s Ho Ho Home for the Holidays and a Connie Sue Day Christmas!
We checked our list twice, and everyone’s invited to misbehave!
It’s time to slip into a scandalously festive burlesque show with The Candybox Revue! We’re serving glitz, giggles, and the kind of wintery holiday magic you definitely won’t find at the mall. It’s old-school glamour meets cheeky holiday cheer: one part tease, two parts twinkle, and a generous splash of rhinestones and peppermint perfection!
December 6
Back again after their sold-out AE debut in 2024.
The hilarious “Olive & Agatha’s A Gay in a Manger is not your Sunday school nativity play. Can you imagine two drag queens spending the night in a manger? Where would the wigs sleep? This evening of campy fun includes an irreverent retelling of the Nativity, brilliant improvisation, rousing musical numbers, and an audience game to find out who’s been “Naughty” and who’s been “Nice.”
December 12 - 13
The legendary Libby Whittemore is back at the Express with her annual holiday show, Ho, Ho, Home for the Holidays and A Connie Sue Day Christmas.
She is joined by the hilarious Connie Sue Day (the 31st Lady of Country Music) for one of Atlanta’s favorite holiday traditions.
December 18 - 21
December 11-28, 2025
Arís Theatre is proud to present our third annual foray into the wonderful and wacky world of PANTO!
This year’s Panto sends up fairy tale classic Snow White. But those aren’t seven dwarves she’s hanging out with. She gets into the usual trouble all right, but this time with some rather unusual companions, drawn from popular fandoms of sci-fi and fantasy. Our “Seven Morphs” will have you honking in your seats and dancing in your smiles!! Our twisty take has our hard-pressed heroine dodging danger and ducking in and out of genres so fast, you’ll be shouting, “IT’S RIGHT BEHIND YOU!!!”
The same creative crazies that brought you Cinderella and Aladdin are honored to bring you that perfect holiday feeling. Panto is a beloved theatre tradition over there, now becoming a favorite right here. See you at the show! And bring all your Morphs!
By James Hindman, Jeffrey Loddin & Mark Waldrop
Megan, Dana, Leanne, and Leanne’s last-minute stand-in brother, Joel, are lighting up the local VFW with a festive evening full of music, mischief and mistletoe. Expect a sleigh filled with holiday classics, toe-tapping original tunes, and songs that may bring a tear to the eye when you least expect it. Along the way, we discover what Santa’s reindeer really get up to on the roof, the untold truth behind the Grinch’s big moment, and how a Living Nativity ended in total disaster. “Pin-Up” is a feel-good holiday musical with heart, hijinks and a whole lot of sparkle.
December 11 - 21, 2025
Thursdays & Fridays at 8:00pm
Saturdays & Sundays at 3:00pm
Wednesday Dec 17th at 10:30am
Welcome to the Snowflake Inn in the tiny town of Tinsel, Texas—where the guests are quirky, the staff is overwhelmed, and Christmas cheer is coming in hot.
In Dashing Through the Snow, holiday mayhem reigns as a colorful cast of characters collides at the inn just days before Christmas. From a romantic rendezvous between Mrs. Claus and one of Santa’s elves to a tipsy housekeeper, every moment brings fresh chaos—and big laughs. And in the middle of it all? A flustered innkeeper just trying to keep it all together.
Full of Southern charm, fast-paced comedy, and heartfelt holiday spirit, this laugh-out-loud farce is the perfect escape for anyone who’s ever survived a family Christmas (or at least tried to). It's a holly jolly good time you won't want to miss!
Are you brave enough to face the ghosts that haunt our historic theater?
Creep into the Springer’s haunted history and encounter the ghostly spirits of our legendary landmark. This behind-the-scenes tour grants ghoulish entry to areas of the theatre rarely seen by the public. Explore the very areas where history was made and uncover the possibly paranormal events that happen within these hallowed halls.
Ready for a hauntingly good time? Click the button below to view our full schedule of upcoming Ghost Tours and book your tickets. Whether you're a thrill-seeker or a history buff, our tours promise an unforgettable journey into the eerie legends and ghostly tales of the past!
These are 45-minute walking tours that involve navigating multiple staircases within the Springer. ADA accessible tour options are available.
Recommended for ages 12 and up.
Find More Information, a Teaser Video, and Access to Tickets HERE
Friday January 9
Saturday February 14
(More Dates in 2026)
More Dates through June 2026
In this rare appearance on a regional theatre stage, experience the musical phenomenon that has taken the world by storm! Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, Disney’s Frozen includes all the film’s beloved songs by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, along with new music written exclusively for the stage.
In the beautiful mountainous kingdom of Arendelle, Princesses Anna and Elsa grow up sheltered inside their castle, isolated from the world and increasingly distant from each other. When Elsa is crowned queen, the magical powers she’s desperately tried to conceal from her sister take control, and she flees into the mountains. As a ferocious winter descends on Arendelle, Anna sets off on an epic journey to find Elsa and bring her home – with the help of hardworking ice harvester Kristoff, his loyal reindeer Sven, and a happy-go-lucky snowman named Olaf.
Full of magic, humor, and a stunning musical score, Frozen is a powerful tale of sisterhood, acceptance, and finding the real meaning of true love.
Based on the Disney Film
Written by Jennifer Lee
Music and Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez.
November 29 - December 21, 2025
Appropriate for all ages.
Find More Information and Access to Tickets HERE
Back by popular demand! Who’s Holiday returns this season!
Looking for holiday fun? The Springer has THE reason.
Cindy Lou Who is back for the Season!
She’s dishing the dirt on you-know-who.
His skin is quite green, if you need a clue.
She’s grown up and fun, she’s really quite classy.
But occasionally, she can get down right sassy!
It’s only because there’s a story to share.
She’ll make you laugh, then cry - with Whoville flair!
So come one, come all! See Cindy Lou Who!
We’re saving a seat, just for you!
Join us this holiday season for a hysterical trip back to Whoville with Cindy Lou in this wildly funny and heartfelt ADULTS-ONLY show. This campy comedy is sure to put you in the holiday spirit as Cindy shares the highs and lows of the yuletide, in rhyme, of course.
Written by Matthew Lombardo
December 11 - 21, 2025
Appropriate for ages 18+ due to some course language, smoking, cannabis use reference and sexual innuendo
Family Series
Frederick
Based on the Caldecott Honor book by Leo Lionni
Adapted by Suzanne Maynard Miller | Music by Sarah Durkee & Paul Jacobs
Directed by Julie Skrzypek
Music Direction by LeRell Ross
December 5 – 28, 2025
A toe-tapping tale about art, courage, and finding your place in the world.
Based on Leo Lionni’s beloved Caldecott Honor book, Frederick is a heartwarming musical that celebrates the power of imagination and the beauty of being yourself.
While the other field mice are busy gathering seeds and grain for the winter, Frederick quietly collects something different—sunlight, colors, and words. When the cold season arrives and the food runs low, it’s Frederick’s stories and poems that feed the spirit of the community, reminding everyone that there’s more than one way to be useful, and more than one kind of gift worth sharing.
This joyful, music-filled tale invites audiences of all ages to embrace their unique gifts and find their place in the sun.
A Christmas Carol
By Charles Dickens
Adapted by Claire F. Martin
Directed by Lauren Morris
Dec 6-21, 2025
Thu-Sat at 7:30pm
Sun at 2:30 PM
Rediscover the heart of the holiday season with A Christmas Carol!
Every year on December 24th, a community of souls gather to tell the timeless story of a wicked old Miser, three Spirits, and the true meaning of Christmas. This lyrical new adaptation of Charles Dickens’s beloved 1843 novella embraces the magic of theater and the power of ensemble, with just seven actors illuminating the iconic text of A Christmas Carol as a gift from the past that helps us imagine a more generous future.
For families looking to continue the holiday cheer, Stage Door is offering a “Santa’s Workshop” experience on the December 13th and 20th matinees where children can drink hot chocolate and meet Santa himself after the show! Tickets include a children’s ticket, hot chocolate, popcorn and a Santa photo opportunity.
This deliciously funny show, based on the #1 New York Times bestselling children’s title, is all about dragons and tacos. Dragons love chicken tacos, beef tacos, big tacos, and tiny tacos. No taco is complete without salsa, but if a dragon eats spicy salsa... watch out! Great for kids from Pre-K to 3rd grade.
Also a Travel Team performance - click here to learn more about bringing this show to your school/library/community center.
November 29 10:30 AM 12:30 PM
December 6, 13 10:30 AM
Yule/Tide Surf Party
Created by Jeremy Wood
December 4 - 7
Celebrate the surf rock era with a holiday twist! Fans of the GET Summer Surf Party will enjoy a spirited, songful return to this era, with great songs like "Run Run Rudolph," "Little Saint Nick," "Merry Christmas Baby," "Mele Kalikimaka" and more! If you love Brian Wilson and The Beach Boys, Jan & Dean, the Ventures, or the Blue Hawaiians, come catch some good vibrations with us this holiday season! Suitable for all ages.
A Cherry Log Christmas Carol
Created and Performed by Clark Taylor
December 11 - 14
You’ll be transported to the Appalachian hills to hear a familiar tale with a distinctive twist. Charles Dickens’ heartfelt story of redemption is adapted by Clark Taylor, who plays all the roles, backed by a live bluegrass band. Great for the whole family.
“This Christmas you will be visited by three spirits…again”.
A Christmas Carol returns to the playhouse. The plot is centered on Ebenezer Scrooge, a penny-pinching miser in the first degree. He cares nothing for the people around him and mankind exists only for the money that can be made through exploitation and intimidation. He particularly detests Christmas which he views as ‘a time for finding yourself a year older, and not an hour richer’. Scrooge is visited on Christmas Eve, by the ghost of his former partner Jacob Marley who died seven Christmas Eves ago. He tells Scrooge that he will be haunted by three spirits, the ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future, who must succeed in showing Scrooge the error of his ways. This classic tale is filled with music, dance and characters that will warm your heart, cheer your spirits and remind us that it is never too late for redemption and combines superb special effects for an evening of entertainment unlike any experienced before.
December 5-7 at the Art Place in Marietta
December 12-14 at Dallas Theatre in Dallas, GA
For many around the world, Christmas isn’t Christmas without revisiting the well-loved tale of the penny-pinching miser, Ebenezer Scrooge and the awakening of his long forgotten, festive spirit.
With time ticking onward, Scrooge must make his life mean something before it is too late. When the bell tolls for Christmas Day, will he have the strength to change the man he has become over so many wasted years?
This vibrant and joyous musical takes you on a where the true meaning of Christmas is found. With a cavalcade of colorful Dickensian characters and a ghostly quartet of guardians, A Christmas Carol is the perfect way to get you into the Christmas spirit.
Filled with joy, laughter and heartbreaking moments, this new adaptation has something for everyone, both young and old!
Find More Information About the Marietta Art Place HERE
Find More Infrmation About the City of Dallas Theatre HERE
Join Marietta Theatre Company for another season of Broadway-style musicals in 2026!
Individual and season tickets are now on sale.
Find More Information and Access to Tickets and Subscriptions HERE
Authenticity Theater is proud to present our annual “Dramatic Reading” of a story that is too important to ever be forgotten.
Experience the powerful true story of Anne Frank in this timeless stage adaptation by Goodrich and Hackett. Set in wartime Amsterdam, the play captures Anne’s courage, hope, and resilience as she and her family hide from Nazi persecution. A poignant reminder of the human spirit, this production inspires reflection, compassion, and the enduring importance of tolerance and truth.
Featuring powerful, authentic music of the period performed by The Chaverim Band
December 5 - 6
Find More Information and Access toTickets HERE
Irving Berlin's
White Christmas
Music& Lyrics by Irving Berlin
Book by David Ives & Paul Blake
Performances Nov 14 - Dec 21 // 2025
“A jolly live extravaganza that only Scrooges can resist.” – New York Magazine
Veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-and-dance act after World War II. With romance in mind, the two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which just happens to be owned by Bob and Phil’s former army commander. With a dazzling score featuring well-known standards including “Blue Skies,” “I Love A Piano,” “How Deep Is the Ocean” and the perennial title song, White Christmas is an uplifting, wholesome musical that will delight audiences of all ages.
Disney’s Frozen
The Broadway Musical
NOVEMBER 26, 2025 – JANUARY 4, 2026
Music & Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez. Book by Jennifer Lee.
Festival Stage | Ages 5+
Disney’s magical, musical hit that took Broadway by storm.
Anna, the princess of Arendelle, sets off on an epic journey to find her sister, Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped their kingdom in eternal winter. With the help of Kristoff, his adorable reindeer Sven, and the silly snowman Olaf, can Anna bring her sister home? Based on the Academy Award-winning animated film, Disney’s Frozen includes the film’s beloved songs such as “Let It Go” and “For the First Time in Forever.”
NOTE: This production is recommended for ages five (5) and older. Babes in arms and children under the age of five (5) are not admitted to the theatre unless otherwise noted in our show age recommendations and guidelines. All children must have a ticketed seat purchased for them to enter the theatre.
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SENSORY FRIENDLY (SF) PERFORMANCE
FRIDAY, JANUARY 2, 2026 | 2:00 P.M.
Sensory-friendly performances are designed to provide a supportive and judgment-free environment for people affected by sensory processing challenges so they may enjoy the shared experience of live theatre.
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ARE YOU READY!
QUEEN OPAL'S WALK FOR FREEDOM is co-written by award-winning playwright, Dr. Janice L Liddell, and director, Byron C. Saunders, with the musical score written and conducted by the Award-Winning Composer and Musician, Walter Bland Jr.
This musical production chronicles Dr. Opal Lee's life story beginning with her first memory and attendance at a Juneteenth Celebration as a little girl. The incredible story is told in song and dance through the inspiration given to Dr. Lee. Her motivation to organize a grassroots civil rights movement and to march from Fort Worth, TX to Washington, DC to demand America's honor and respect are the reasons we annually celebrate JUNETEENTH as FREEDOM DAY across America. The celebration actually began when the Emancipation Proclamation freed America's enslaved on January 1, 1863. However, Texas endured two and a half years of additional enslavement because of racism and white supremacy; thus, enslaved Texans didn't achieve emancipation until June 19, 1865. However, Dr. Lee's "Walk for Freedom" to DC ended with Congress passing the legislation and President Joseph R. Biden signing into law the celebrated JUNETEENTH - JUNE 19™H as AMERICA'S NEWEST NATIONAL HOLIDAY!
There will be a moderated critique session immediately following this reading!
Join us for a LAT holiday tradition!
We will have treats, coffee/tea/cocoa and stories/songs.
We have heard that we may also have a special visitor from the far north join us!
Friday/Saturday night December 5/6.
3700 Pleasant Hill Rd NW, Duluth, GA 30096-3194
A Sage Christmas is a festive musical revue brought to life by Marietta's Theatre in the Square's resident troupe, the Sage Ensemble. This heartwarming show features a delightful mix of everyone’s favorite holiday tunes from the classics to today's hits, offering something special for all generations. With joyful performances, memorable melodies, and holiday spirit, A Sage Christmas is the perfect way to celebrate the season with family and friends!
November 29 - December 13
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Step into a world of warmth, soul, and festive cheer with “A Mocha Christmas” — a heartwarming holiday concert experience curated and headlined by MochaMuzic.
Hosted at the beautiful Marietta’s Theatre in the Square, this two-hour showcase blends live music, holiday magic, and community spirit into one unforgettable night. Featuring incredible local performers, each artist will bring their unique sound and style to beloved Christmas classics and soulful originals, setting the perfect tone for the season.
The evening begins with joyful, feel-good performances that fill the room with laughter, love, and nostalgia. After a short “Mocha Moment” intermission, the energy returns with powerful voices, touching renditions, and festive grooves that remind us what the holidays are all about — connection, creativity, and celebration.
Closing the night is none other than MochaMuzic, whose signature soulful vocals and emotional storytelling will take the audience on a musical journey of love, reflection, and joy. With a mix of Christmas favorites, heartfelt originals, and a stunning finale that brings all performers back to the stage, “A Mocha Christmas” promises to leave hearts glowing and spirits lifted.
This isn’t just a concert — it’s an experience. A cozy, musical winter wonderland where hot Mocha meets soul.
Stepp Stewart is at it again!
A holiday musical revue that will have you singing and swinging
in the aisles. Join us for Stepp Stewart’s Christmas at the
SAVOY. A Jazzy Christmas musical set in the late1930’s with
holiday hits like: Jingle Bell Swing, Spread Cheer, Chestnuts
Roasting, Sleigh Ride and more. High energy swing forgotten era.
Take a trip uptown to New York’s holiday hotspot, The Savoy
Ballroom
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with A Very Marietta Christmas Cabaret! Step into a sparkling evening of music, laughter, and holiday cheer as The Alley Stage transforms into a festive wonderland.
This cabaret brings together powerhouse local talent for a joyful mix of beloved Christmas classics, jazzy holiday standards, and a few unexpected surprises—all wrapped in warmth, humor, and cabaret flair. From heartwarming ballads to toe-tapping swing numbers, it’s the perfect way to share the season with friends, family, and the Marietta community.
Gather with us for an unforgettable night of golden holiday memories, shimmering snowflakes, and a touch of Marietta magic.
Mamma Dearest!
Here We Joan Again
By Blake Fountain
December 11 - 21, 2025
You can forget silent nights this holiday season when Joan Crawford is involved – it’s all high notes and even higher drama! Christina Crawford has one Christmas Wish: to uncover her birth mother’s identity. But when Joan’s scandal-packed diaries point to one of three Hollywood goddesses — Bette Davis, Judy Garland, and Eartha Kitt — Christina invites them all over for a holiday meltdown of epic proportions. Expect catfights under the mistletoe, power ballads in fur coats, martinis thrown (and caught), and plot twists so absurd they deserve their own Oscar. It’s Mamma Mia! meets Feud meets a drug-induced Nutcracker nightmare — and it’s ABBA-solutely the gayest, glitziest, most gloriously chaotic camptastic mess you never knew you needed!
Santa After Hours 2025: Back With a Vengeance. And a Bar Tab
Sketchily Written (and Creepily Performed) by The Usual Gang of Idiots
Tired of fake holiday cheer? This is your annual, adults-only sketch comedy intervention! Written and performed by "The Usual Gang of Idiots," this is where the naughty list comes to party. We ruthlessly lampoon all the holiday traditions you secretly hate. Expect sharp comedy, guaranteed offense, and laughter so hard it hurts. Put the tykes to bed and secure your spot for the most hilarious night of the season
Fri / Sat Dec 12 / 13 Dec 19 / 20
Artisan Resource Center
585 Cobb Pkwy SE
Marietta, GA 30060
Suite G-1 Creator's Den
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A Christmas Carol
By Charles Dickens
Adapted by David H. Bell
November 15 - December 24
Step into a magical holiday tradition with Alliance Theatre’s annual production of A Christmas Carol, filled with festive spirit, dazzling performances, and the timeless tale of redemption. Follow Ebenezer Scrooge on his transformative journey through past, present, and future as he discovers the true meaning of Christmas. With stunning sets, mesmerizing special effects, and a cast that brings Dickens’ beloved characters to life, this cherished classic is the perfect way to celebrate the season with family and friends.
Best enjoyed by audiences ages 6 and up.
Bernhardt Theatre for the Very Young
Knock, Knock
Created by Olivia Aston Bosworth & Samantha Provenzano
Come in from out of the cold and celebrate community, family, and warmth this holiday season!
NOV 15 – DEC 23, 2025
Welcome to The Apartment Building. Below us, above us, and beside us, the residents are preparing for the holidays and trying to stay warm. Join us on a floor-to-floor adventure, meeting and celebrating with a variety of friends who all call The Apartment Building home. Surprises hide behind each door — all you need to do is (Knock, Knock).
Best enjoyed by audiences ages 0-5 and their grown-ups.
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Selig Family Black Box Theatre
Mary Ruth Ralston as Hamlet | Photo by Daniel Parvis
Hamlet, Prince of Denmark
November 8 – November 30
The secret midnight utterings of a Kingly ghost set events in motion that seal the tragic fate of Denmark’s royal family. In the midst of everything, Hamlet grapples with overwhelming thoughts about life, love, death, and revenge trying to make sense of it all. Experience why this is often considered the greatest tragedy and play of all time.
A 2024 Suzi Bass Awards Recommended Show!
Rivka Levin as The Ghost of Christmas Present| photo by Daniel Parvis
Charles Dickens'
A Christmas Carol
Dec 6–Dec 23
A Holiday Tradition at The Shakespeare Tavern for over 20 years, ASC is proud to continue with J. Tony Brown’s original adaptation of a timeless classic, as envisioned by ASC's Associate Managing Director Kati Grace Kirby.
A handful of Tavern performers invite you into the wondrous art of storytelling, transporting you to Scrooge’s London counting house that fateful Christmas when Ebenezer meets three Ghosts and a certain little boy named Tiny Tim. This enchanting holiday experience will bring the magic of the season to Scrooge, to The Tavern, and to you. Join us for some Dickens, a bit of song, and the kind of holiday cheer you've come to expect from The Atlanta Shakespeare Company every December.
Destination Theatre Presents:
Whiskey Dickens' A Christmas Carol?
Pullman Yards
225 Rogers Street Northeast.
Dec 6 from 5:30pm to 9:30pm EST
A Comedy Dinner Show... with lots of drinking!
Doors open at 5:30 pm - Show starts at 7:30 pm
One actor plays Scrooge. One actor plays Every. One. Else. Both get buzzed! This two person show has tons of improv, music, and audience interaction in Whiskey Dickens' A Christmas Carol?
Think A Christmas Carol meets Whose Line Is It Anyway? meets a booze-tastic evening with all of your friends.
Find More Information and Access to Tickets HERE
Find More Information About Destination Theatre HERE
Find More Information About Pullman Yards HERE
Join us as we take you on a journey into the colorful and fantastical world of LUZIA, set in a make-believe Mexico, where you will be treated to stunning visual surprises and breathtaking acrobatic performances. LUZIA deftly guides you through the locations, people, and sounds of both classical and contemporary Mexico, taking you from urban locations like an old movie set and a smoke-filled dance hall to the beach and barren desert
Now Through January 25
Under the Big Top at Atlanta Station
Find More Information and Calendar of Performances HERE
Save on Tickets & Support Aurora Theatre:
Support Aurora Theatre through our new partnership with Cirque du Soleil. We're excited to offer you 25% OFF Tickets to LUZIA!
For every ticket purchased by you and your family, Aurora receives a $3 donation! So grab the family and visit the Big Top, all while supporting local theatre.
Poetically guided by light (‘luz’ in Spanish) and rain (‘lluvia’), LUZIA chronicles the encounters of a parachuted traveler with the culture, nature and mythology of a dreamlike land inhabited by a mystifying menagerie of characters. Refreshing and unexpected, LUZIA enchants by artistically incorporating water into the acrobatic presentation – a first for a Cirque du Soleil touring production.
Aurora Theatre has so much to be grateful for, inspiring stories, moving music, and you all who play a pivotal role as the incredible community which brings life to our spaces.
This holiday season, we’re celebrating all the ways Aurora brilliantly shines, from producing new stories to life on stage and inspiring young artists through our education programs, to early childhood classes for ages 3–5 and the joy of hearing a live orchestra.
Light Up Aurora, the more you give, the brighter our tree shines!
Each time we reach a new milestone on our way to our $130,000 goal, the tree will light up even more, until it’s glowing all the way to the top!
Your belief in our mission keep the arts alive at Aurora!
This year has been the most challenging for the arts. Institutional funding pauses, like grants from the NEA, are now affecting Aurora. At times like these, we rely on you, our community, to ensure no one goes without access to the arts. Your support to meet our $130,000 year-end fundraising goal is vital. Thanks to you, we surpassed last year’s target. And with your help, we know we can make this year even more special. Please donate to Aurora as we set the stage for our next 30 years.
Give a gift to Aurora and light up lives, for the arts, for our community, for all.
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Christmas Canteen 2025
Nov 28, 2025 - Dec 21, 2025
Direction by Katie Erin Chambers
Choreography by Kari Twyman
Musical Direction by Ann-Carol Pence
Aurora Theatre’s Christmas Canteen returns for a swinging 30th Season! To celebrate, we are adding a horn section to trumpet in the holidays. This high-energy spectacle filled with stunning musical moments, hilarious comedy skits and dazzling dance numbers is sure to jazz up the season. Whether it’s your first time or an annual tradition, Christmas Canteen will fill your heart with cheer and leave you singing all the way home!
Aurora Theatre Presents
A Christmas Carol 2025
Adapted by Tony Brown
Dec 11, 2025 - Dec 21, 2025
Aurora Theatre Co-Founder Anthony Rodriguez returns in the unforgettable one-man A Christmas Carol for a 19th smash year! Experience A Christmas Carol like never before! This beloved tradition at Aurora Theatre has been reimagined for an even cozier, more intimate experience. Step into the world of Dickens with our crowd-pleasing immersive seating, featuring luxurious VIP couches that bring you closer to the heart of the story. Picture yourself wrapped in the holiday spirit, sipping warm hot cocoa or a festive cocktail from our bar, as you enjoy this unforgettable classic. Comfy seats are limited, so book now to secure your spot and make this season truly magical!
Aurora Theatre presents
Festival of Trees
Nov 28, 2025 - Dec 21, 2025
The Festival of Trees returns for a 19th Year!
Visit our lobbies this holiday season for our Festival of Trees! Local businesses have decked our halls with beautifully decorated trees. Participating is easy!:
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Visit our campus for a performance or during our box office hours.
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Take a stroll through our wonderland of trees, each one dressed up in its holiday best!
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Bring unwrapped toys and non-perishable grocery goods to donate.
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Place your donations under your favorite tree to vote for this year’s winner.
Your donations are greatly appreciated and will contribute to our toy drives with The Boys & Girls Club of Lawrenceville and BLACT ATL. As well as feed hundreds of families with the Lawrenceville Co-Op Ministry!
Scroll down below to see the amazing haul we were able to donate with your generosity!
See how your donations impacted families last year!
This year we are collecting:
Toys:
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All toys must be new and unwrapped.
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Our goal this year is to donate 2025 toys directly to families in need! Sounds like a lot – but with your help, we know we can not only meet this goal, but beat this goal! Your generous donations are welcome!
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All toys donated will be divided equally between Lawrenceville Boys and Girls Club and the Festival of Trees SW in Partnership with B.L.A.C.T. Atl. (Black Leaders Advocating for Cultural Theatre).
Grocery Items:
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Non-perishable foods and personal care items.
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Most needed food items: applesauce, canned chicken, pasta sauce, jelly.
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Most needed personal care items: liquid dish soap, laundry detergent, shampoo, diapers (adult and children’s sizes: 5-6/2T-3T pull-ups), toilet paper, wipes.
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These items will be donated to the Lawrenceville Co-Op.
Questions about making a large donation this year? Or getting on the list to have your business participate in 2025?
Contact our “Chief Elf” at maxwell@auroratheatre.com
The Cost of Love: A Ronnie Holman Stageplay
November 29, 2025 & November 30, 2025
The Cost of Love is a raw, emotional stage play that unpacks the truth behind relationships, betrayal, and healing. Set in a New York apartment, it follows the lives of people trying to hold on to love while learning how to let go of pain. It’s honest. It’s human. And it will leave you asking yourself, was it really love, or just the cost of it?
Aurora Theatre Free Movie Nights presents National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation! As the holidays approach, Clark Griswold wants to have a perfect family Christmas, so he pesters his wife, Ellen and children to help make sure everything is in line, including the tree and house decorations. Hever, things go awry quickly.
Noche De Velas
Dec 07, 2025 6:00 PM
¡Acompáñanos en una de las tradiciones más especiales de Aurora Theatre — Noche de Velas! Durante casi dos décadas, nuestra comunidad se ha reunido para celebrar esta hermosa costumbre colombiana que marca el inicio de la temporada navideña.
Trae a tu familia, tus amigos y tu espíritu festivo para disfrutar de una noche llena de música en vivo, manualidades, comida deliciosa, vendedores locales y rifas especiales. Enciende una vela, comparte la calidez de nuestra comunidad y vive la magia de una noche que brilla con esperanza, gratitud y unión.
🎶 Entrada: Gratuita y abierta a todo público
Ven a celebrar la luz de la temporada — ¡al estilo colombiano!
¡Entrada gratuita! Más información AQUÍ
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Join us for one of Aurora Theatre’s most heartwarming holiday traditions — Noche de Velas! For nearly two decades, our community has come together to celebrate this beautiful Colombian tradition that marks the beginning of the Christmas season.
Bring your family, friends, and your holiday spirit for an evening filled with live music, festive crafts, delicious food, local vendors, and joyful giveaways. Light a candle, share in the warmth of community, and experience the magic of this night that shines with hope, gratitude, and togetherness.
🎶 Admission: Free and open to all
Come celebrate the light of the season—Colombian style!
Motown Christmas
December 12, 2025 - December 14, 2025
After 3 SOLD OUT Years, Motown Christmas Returns
Get into the holiday groove with Motown Christmas! This soulful celebration brings the magic of Motown to your favorite festive classics. It’s a joyful, high-energy holiday concert that will have you dancing in your seat and singing along all night long!
Trouble in Toyland
with Puppet Guy Productions
Dec 06, 2025 11:30 AM
The toys aren’t finished. The elves are on strike. Rudolph has a cold, & Santa has lost his laugh. And to make it all worse… it’s Christmas Eve! Join us for Trouble in Toyland, where Mrs. Claus has to work a little Christmas magic (and holiday hijinks) to save the big day!
Holiday Juggling Show
with Ron Anglin
Dec 13, 2025 11:30 AM
Ornaments, nutcrackers, and fruitcakes, Ron Anglin can juggle them all! Join us for our holiday fan-favorite, Holiday Juggling Show. Watch as Ron juggles holiday momentos from global cultures past & present in a way you’ve never seen before.
Coming Soon to Aurora Children's Playhouse
Lunar New Year Celebration Feb 07, 2026
African-American Folktales Feb 21, 2026
Imagination Station Mar 07, 2026
8 Legged Scales LIVE! Mar 28, 2026
Spring Break Magic Show Apr 08, 2026
Science in Space LIVE! Apr 18, 2026
Cap’N Peak May 02, 2026
Orchestra 101 Jun 10, 2026
Oceans of Rhythm Jun 24, 2026
Pinocchio! Jul 08, 2026
Summer Break Magic Show Jul 15, 2026
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™
Based on the classic television special and adapted by Jon Ludwig.
November 12-December 28
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+ | Our Location
A Holiday Classic Returns to the Stage
Rudolph soars back into town with this faithful adaptation of the 1964 stop-motion animated special. This celebrated holiday classic follows Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™ and Hermey the Elf™, two misfits on the run. The unlikely friends set off on a merry and heartwarming adventure of acceptance and self-discovery, even with Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster™ on their trail. Don’t miss this wonderful holiday adventure that speaks to the misfit in all of us!
I can assure you that after one visit, seeing Rudolph at the Center for Puppetry Arts will become an annual tradition for you and the kids. -AJC.com
*Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and all elements © and ™ under license to Character Arts, LLC
Don’t miss the Special Exhibition Festive Features to make the best of your visit this holiday season!
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™ is a Signature Performance and is excluded from Member performance discounts.
Find More Information and Access to Tickets HERE
Tickets Include Create-a-Puppet™ Workshop
Rudolph Shadow Puppet
Your All-Inclusive Performance ticket includes the show, admission to the Worlds of Puppetry Museum, and a Create-A-Puppet™ Workshop. The puppet is based on the style of puppetry or character used in the production.
Visitors can create a Rudolph Shadow Puppet, inspired by the character from Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™.
Cereal Saturdays
3rd Saturday of the Month | 10:00 AM-12:30 PM
Museum Event | All Ages | Our Location
The Perfect Crunch for a Saturday Brunch!
Nostalgia overload alert!
The Center for Puppetry Arts is excited to present “Cereal Saturday,” a fun-filled activity fit for the whole family.
Once a month, we’ll be presenting a specially curated 2-hour block of some of your favorite puppet TV shows from the past. Revisit some classics that brought you joy as a child, or even introduce your children to some of the all-time greatest shows and characters in a laid-back environment, made to feel like a comfy living room. Think of it like a Saturday Morning Cartoons get-together but with puppets!
….And the best part is, IT’S FREE with your regular admission to our World of Puppetry Museum or all-inclusive Puppet Show Performances.
Of course, no Saturday morning is complete without cereal! A selection of cereal, milk, juice, and coffee will be available for purchase so you can properly sink into that great, nostalgic bliss. Each month’s selection of shows will only be announced on the day, so mark your calendars and don’t miss out!
Included with museum admission and FREE for members
*Breakfast cereal and beverages will be available for purchase
All Ages
12/20/2025
Time: 10:30 AM-12:30 PM
Location: Harlequin Hall
Included with Worlds of Puppetry Museum admission, please click below to purchase your ticket!
Festive Features
November 9 - December 28
(Tue - Sun)
Exhibitions | All Ages | Our Location
Celebrate Holiday Puppetry
Get in the holiday spirit with a visit to this festive hall of puppets. This year’s new additions bring lesser-known stories and artists to the forefront and highlight traditions from both Jewish and Christian holidays. Festive Features showcases a curated collection of puppets from holiday productions on the stage and screen. The fan-favorite pieces include a pair of original Santa and Rudolph stop-motion puppets from the 1964 Rankin/Bass television special of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™, alongside new additions like Charlie Horse and his King Antiochus costume from the 1995 TV movie, Lamb Chop’s Special Chanukah.
Puppetry has been used for centuries in regions and cultures across the world, carrying religious stories, translating religion and lessons to the public, and passing folk traditions from generation to generation. There is no better setting to feel the unity, joy, and shared humanity of the holiday season than a trip to the Center for Puppetry Arts.
Live the story you want, if it’s not the story you’re in! Between the Lines is an empowering and enchanting musical for any of us seeking to find our place in the world. It is the story of a seventeen-year-old outsider, Delilah McPhee, whose life is turned upside down by her parents’ divorce. Forced to move to a new town and start a different school, Delilah finds herself escaping into fiction and developing a literary crush on a handsome prince whose circumstances really… speak to her. But as the lines between the two worlds of reality and fantasy begin to blur in extraordinary and astonishing ways, Delilah has to confront whether she alone has the power to rewrite her own story.
A Christmas Carol
A One Man OSA Special Event - 2025
Adapted By and Starring Stuart W. Schleuse
Directed by Barry N. West
December 9 - 18, 2025
Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 7:00 pm
Saturday at 3:00 pm
Sunday at 7:00 pm
Join us for a festive new tradition with “Home for the Holidays: A Henry Players Revue!” This heartwarming holiday cabaret brings together classic seasonal songs, laughter, and touching moments in a cozy, joy-filled celebration. Featuring talented local performers, the show captures the spirit of the holidays with music, memories, and cheer for the whole family. (Rated: All Ages)
December 12 - 14
Instead of performing Charles Dickens' beloved holiday classic for the umpteenth time, three actors decide to perform every Christmas story ever told -- plus Christmas traditions from around the world, seasonal icons from ancient times to topical pop-culture, and every carol ever sung. A madcap romp through the holiday season!
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Fri, December 12, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Sat, December 13, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Sun, December14, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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Fri, December 19, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Sat, December 20, 2025 at 9:00 PM
At Wendell Wilke High, Christmas may not come at all if Principal Crunge has his way. The reason? Santa Claus is missing! During the last rehearsal for the annual Christmas Show, the action comes to a screeching halt when the cast discovers that the Santa Claus statue, the highlight of the final number, has been stolen! ’That’s it!’ intones the principal. ’No Santa, no show!’ Finally, Mrs. Dickens, the director, urges him to give them a chance to find the missing St. Nick. She immediately calls in the Clue Club — a group of five ambitious and eccentric students who take mystery and detection into the realm of science. Lines, accusations and motives fly fast and furious as each student, from the jock who’s in the show on a bet, to the girl who has a crush on the stage manager, becomes a suspect, along with the costumer, stage manager, school receptionist, janitor and even Mrs. Dickens. Full of more surprises than a fruitcake, the Clue Club finds they have successfully fulfilled their duty as ’Christmas Scene Investigators’ when they reveal just why the true meaning of Christmas is all that really matters.
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Fri, December 12, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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Sat, December 13, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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Sat, December 13, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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Sun, December14, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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Fri, December 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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Sat, December 13, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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Sat, December 20, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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Sun, December 21, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Join us as we enjoy this Christmas journey through the ages in song. You are sure to find some of your favorites among them.
North America’s largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre show is now playing! Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!
Join us for an event that is very different from a traditional murder mystery dinner show. Our actors are not dressed in costume and are hidden in the audience! This results in a fun, social and interactive evening suitable for all adults.
Each ticket includes our signature award-winning murder mystery dinner theatre show, along with a full plated dinner, waitstaff gratuity, and plenty of surprises during the show.
Hosting a party or private event? We specialize in custom private events for companies, groups, and organizations of almost every size! We can host your event onsite at our public show location, or we can bring a show to your home, business, or venue.
Sonesta Atlanta Northwest
6345 Powers Ferry Rd NW
Atlanta, GA 30339
Saturday, December 6
Saturday, December 20
Saturday, December 27
Saturday, January 3
More Dates Coming Soon!
WRITE CLUB takes the Dad’s Garage stage! High Octane Brain Boxing at its Finest! WRITE CLUB is the world's greatest combative philanthropic literary bloodsport, featuring only the most audacious and fearsome of writers and performers. Started in 2010 at the Hideout in Chicago by Our Illustrious Overlord Ian Belknap, WRITE CLUB has been operating in Atlanta since 2011.
Learn more at writeclubatl.com
December 3 8:00 PM
Join us Tuesdays at Dad’s Garage for an improv jam open to all! It’s free, funny and fabulous! Get in those improv reps, hang out with fellow improvisers, and laugh your face off. While we love participants, the improv-shy are welcome to hang out and watch, too!
November 25 8:00 PM
"What's Good, Atlanta?" is a weekly comedy podcast from WABE, co-hosted by comedians Mark Kendall and David Perdue and they're headed back to Dad's Garage for a LIVE SHOW!
Come for a hilarious evening featuring comedy, poetry, music, and interviews with special guests.
December 2 8:00 PM
Replace your regular holiday tradition with a Dad's Garage tradition: kicking classic theatre in the tookus! The award-winning Dad's Garage Ensemble skewers and twists the quintessential holiday play, A Christmas Carol, in our Dad’s Garage original show, Invasion: Christmas Carol!
In addition to the ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future, Scrooge and the rest of his Dickensian universe is visited by a new, wacky surprise character in each performance (past invaders include The Little Mermaid’s Ursula the sea witch, Hocus Pocus’ Sanderson Sisters, The Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Thanos, William Shakespeare, and Macho Man Randy Savage?!) that even the cast members can’t predict! Come watch Scrooge's past, present, and future unfold in a new and unpredictable way each night!
November 28 - December 30
Since 2017, Y’allmark has delighted Atlanta audiences with its clever, improvised spin on our favorite guilty pleasure, a made-for-TV holiday movie.
This live stage show takes familiar seasonal tropes… think snow-covered small towns, surprise romances, and charming misunderstandings. Then hilariously reimagines them using audience suggestions. This show is equal parts homage and satire, performed by an all-star cast. Come see what all the cheer is about!
Please note these shows are at 7 Stages, not at Dad's Garage! If you show up to Dad's Garage for the show - it'll be a lump of coal in your stocking.
7 Stages address: 1105 Euclid Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307
December 11 8:00 PM (Preview)
December 12 - December 28
(Mon / Thu / Fri 8:00 PM
Sat 5:00 PM / 8:00 PM
Sun 3:00 PM / 5:00 PM)
Written by Walton Jones, David Wohl, Faye Greenberg
Seamlessly combining drama and comedy, heartbreak and hope, A 1940’s Radio Christmas Carol will sing its way into your heart. If you enjoyed 1940’s Radio Hour, step back in time once again with the Feddington Players, and get into the holiday spirit with A 1940’s Radio Christmas Carol.
Rated PG
Dec. 5-21, 2025
A Christmas Carol
December 5 – December 24
Broadway heavy hitters, Alan Menken (Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Little Shop of Horrors) and Lynn Ahrens (Ragtime, Seussical, Once on This Island), breathe fantastic new life into the classic tale of A Christmas Carol.
Ebenezer Scrooge is a prosperous curmudgeon who believes that personal wealth is far more valuable than the happiness and comfort of others. With an infuriated “Bah! Humbug!” Scrooge summates his feelings of Christmas tidings and charitable giving, but he’s forced to face his selfish ways when three ghosts on Christmas Eve lead him through his Past, Present and Future.
Join us this Holiday season when Scrooge is visited by four ghosts who help him DISCOVER…Can We Change?
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Rome Little Theatre
A Tuna Christmas
by Ed Howard, Jaston Williams, and Joe Sears
In this hilarious sequel to Greater Tuna, it’s Christmas in the third-smallest town in Texas. Radio station OKKK news personalities Thurston Wheelis and Arles Struvie report on various Yuletide activities, including the hot competition in the annual lawn-display contest. In other news, voracious Joe Bob Lipsey’s production of A Christmas Carol is jeopardized by unpaid electric bills. Many colorful Tuna denizens, some you will recognize from Greater Tuna and some appearing here for the first time, join in the holiday fun.
A Tuna Christmas is a total delight for all seasons, whether performed by two quick-changing comedians as it was on Broadway, or by twenty or more. Production requirements are minimal, making the play suitable for school and community producers as well as large venues. Audiences who have and who have not seen Greater Tuna will enjoy this laugh-filled evening.
Step into the magic of the holiday season with Sawnee Ballet Theatre’s annual production of The Nutcracker—a timeless story of wonder, bravery, and enchantment brought to life through the art of classical ballet.
Sawnee Ballet Theatre is proud to celebrate its 34th annual production of The Nutcracker—a treasured holiday tradition in Forsyth County. This season also marks our 4th year as a featured part of The FoCAL Center’s performance lineup, bringing the magic of the holidays to the stage with new costumes, exquisite choreography, and unforgettable memories for the entire family.
December 6 & 13, 2025, at 7:30 pm
December 7 & 14, 2025, at 2:00 pm
FoCAL Center
1150 Dahlonega Hwy
Cumming, GA 30040
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The Story of The Nutcracker
It is Christmas Eve at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Silberhaus, who are hosting a joyful holiday party for their children, Clara and Fritz. As the guests arrive and the festivities begin, Clara’s mysterious and kind-hearted godfather, Herr Drosselmeyer, presents her with a most unusual gift—a Nutcracker shaped like a toy soldier. Fritz, overcome with jealousy, breaks the toy, but Drosselmeyer repairs it with care.
Later that night, Clara sneaks downstairs to check on her beloved Nutcracker and falls asleep under the twinkling lights of the Christmas tree. What follows is a fantastical dream that takes her far beyond her home.
Clara is swept into a magical battle between an army of toy soldiers and a fearsome Rat King and his mice. Just as the Nutcracker seems defeated, Clara bravely steps in, distracting the Rat King and saving her toy soldier—who is instantly transformed into a handsome Prince.
Together, Clara and the Prince journey through the sparkling Kingdom of Snow, where they are welcomed by the Snow Queen and her swirling Snowflakes. Their adventure continues as they arrive in the breathtaking Land of Sweets, where the Sugar Plum Fairy greets them with warmth and wonder.
In honor of Clara’s courage, dancers from around the world perform for her in a dazzling celebration. From Spanish chocolate to Arabian coffee, Chinese tea to Russian candy canes, and the delicate Waltz of the Flowers—each dance is more magical than the last.
To conclude the evening, the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier present the elegant Grand Pas de Deux. As Clara bids farewell to this dreamlike world, she awakens at home, forever changed by her extraordinary journey.
A Very Pandering Christmas Carol
Based on the book by Charles Dickens
Written and Directed by Mandy Mitchell
December 4-7, 11-14, and 18-21, 2025
Get ready for a holiday mash-up like no other! This musical comedy takes Charles Dickens’ beloved classic and gives it a delightfully ridiculous twist. When Scrooge’s long night of redemption begins, he’s joined not just by the usual ghosts — but by a parade of surprise guests straight out of your favorite Christmas movies! From heartwarming to hilariously over-the-top, this festive romp is packed with music, laughter, and more holiday spirit than you can fit under the tree.
It’s merry. It’s musical. It’s A Very Pandering Christmas Carol!
One of the holiday season’s favorite tales has been transformed into a gut-busting, fun, and family-friendly theatrical experience that incorporates the details of your own theatre into the script. Take a spin with Ebenezer, all three Ghosts, Tiny Tim, and more in this music-filled show.
Southside Theatre Guild
It's a Wonderful Life
Adapted for the stage by James W. Rodgers. Based on the film by Frank Capra.
December 4 - 14
Its a Wonderful Life is based on the story "The Greatest Gift" by Philip Van Doren Stern. In our American culture It's a Wonderful Life has become almost as familiar as Dickens' A Christmas Carol. The story is a natural for a stage adaptation the saga of George Bailey, the Everyman from the small town of Bedford Falls, whose dreams of escape and adventure have been quashed by family obligation and civic duty, whose guardian angel has to descend on Christmas Eve to save him from despair and to remind him—by showing him what the world would have been like had he never been born—that his has been, after all, a wonderful life. This faithful adaptation has all your favorite characters George and Mary Hatch, Clarence, Uncle Billy, Violet, and, of course, the Scrooge-like villain, Mr. Potter. This fine dramatization not only celebrates the faith of the season, it also celebrates the American philosophy of life hard work, fair play and the love and support of ones family and community will be rewarded.
2025 Holiday Show: Murder on 34th Street
It’s time for the 277th Annual Fakey's Holiday Parade! Department store supervisor Doris Skeptical is trying to keep everything running smoothly, but things seem to be going from bad to horribly bad. Some of the parade balloons have gotten loose, the main attraction is keeping warm at the bottom of a bottle, and her boss is on her back about sales and profits! She needs a miracle. Unfortunately, what she gets is … a murder. Someone is definitely trying to cancel the holidays.
That’s why Doris has always taught her daughter Suzie that the holidays are a sham.
But when Suzie meets some magical holiday folks that make her start to wonder if her mom has gotten it wrong about the holidays. She travels to the North Pole to try and discover the truth, but ends up in a bigger mystery than anyone could possibly imagine. Suzie has to solve the murders, help her mom, and save the holidays in “The Trial of the Century”, all while making sure everyone gets their dinner on time!
Join Suzie, The Elf on the Shelf, The Grinch, and all of your favorite holiday characters as she faces off against every single holiday bad guy ever … and lawyers … and basically everyone who doesn’t believe. We’ll convince you that there’s no better way to celebrate the holidays than at Petite Violette this holiday season!
November 14 - December 28 (Saturday / Sunday)
A beloved holiday tradition, The Nutcracker is the perfect gift of magic and wonder this season—bring your family and friends to enjoy this joyful community production by Southern Arc Dance.
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Sat. Nov 29th 2025, 3:00 pm
Sat. Nov 29th 2025, 7:00 pm
Sun. Nov 30th 2025, 3:00 pm
The Nutcracker
Performed by Studio 4 the Arts
Don’t miss our 10 year celebration!
Local, award winning, dance company, Studio 4 the Arts, is back for the 10th year with their classic rendition of The Nutcracker ballet. This is the perfect holiday tradition to enjoy as a family! Get your tickets fast, all 5 shows will sell out!
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Friday, December 5th at 7p
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Saturday, December 6th at 4p
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Saturday, December 6th at 7p
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Sunday, December 7th at 2p
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Sunday, December 7th at 5p
Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon and was the winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical. The beloved book and score by Tony Award winners, Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin, features some of the greatest musical theatre hits ever written, including "Tomorrow."
With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone's hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan's evil machinations... and even befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt! She finds a new home and family in billionaire, Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy.
Red Phoenix is thrilled to announce their fall production of The Addams Family! This show is part of our educational theatre series.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY, a comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family, features an original story and it’s every father’s nightmare: Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family – a man her parents have never met. And if that wasn’t upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before – keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his parents.
The Addams Family runs December 4 - 7. Performances take place at Red Phoenix Performing Arts Studio. The address is 8560 Holcomb Bridge Rd. Suite 110, Alpharetta, GA 30022.
Come Get Some Christmas Cheer! December 19 at 8 00 pm/ Verriett Productions Studio located in Conyers. All profits will go towards helping those affected by economic crisis.
1107 West Avenue Suite F
Conyers
For More Information, Call 678-777-8164
The delicious adventures of Willy Wonka's chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl's fantastical tale. Featuring the enchanting songs from the 1971 film, in addition to a host of fun new songs, Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka JR. is a scrumdidilyumptious musical guaranteed to delight everyone's sweet tooth.
Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka JR. follows enigmatic candy manufacturer Willy Wonka as he stages a contest by hiding golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars. Whomever comes up with these tickets will win a free tour of the Wonka factory, as well as a lifetime supply of candy. Four of the five winning children are insufferable brats, but the fifth is a likeable young lad named Charlie Bucket, who takes the tour in the company of his equally amiable grandfather. The children must learn to follow Mr. Wonka's rules in the factory — or suffer the consequences.