Long Beach Playhouse: A Miracle on Anaheim Street
5021 E. Anaheim Street Long Beach CA 90804
Dec. 2nd, 2017, 8pm
Tickets $20/donation
Long Beach Playhouse and Held2gether, Improv for Life are teaming up for the 3rd Annual “Miracle on Anaheim Street”, a holiday variety to show to benefit the WomenShelter of Long Beach. Long Beach’s premiere comedy troupe, Held2gether will perform a dozen holiday themed comedic improv scenes, sketches and musical numbers to ring in the holiday sprit and celebrate WSLB’s great mission.
Irish Christmas in America
Locations in Brea and Torrance
December 2nd and 3rd
Tickets are $20 and up
This family-friendly performance features lively instrumental tunes on fiddle, flute, uilleann pipes and harp, along with thrilling Irish old-style dancing from Brian Cunningham and Samantha Harvey. In addition, evocative photographic images provide a backdrop to some of the rich historical traditions of Ireland. Take a memorable glimpse into the enchanting spirit of Christmas, as the finest traditional artists from Ireland, bring you on a fun-filled start to the holiday season of 2017.
Handel’s Messiah
Beverly O’Neill Theater, Long Beach Performing Arts Center: 300 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach
December 3rd, 4:30 pm
Preferred Seating $45.00 / General Seating $30.00
A favorite of concert-goers since 1741. Start your holiday season with a highlight version of Handel’s magnificent Messiah. The performance will feature professional soloists and original instrumentation. This annual tradition is the perfect way to bring family and friends together!
A White Christmas
Musical Theatre West, 4350 E. 7th Street, Long Beach
December 1 - 10, 2017
Tickets are $20 and up
This smash Broadway musical based on the Irving Berlin film starring Danny Kaye and Bing Crosby will definitely make your holidays merry and bright. “I Love a Piano,” “Sisters,” “Count Your Blessings” and more grace the stage in this feel-good December bonus show.
The Wakefield Second Shepherds Play
Long Beach Shakespeare Company: 4250 Atlantic Avenue, Long Beach
November 24 - December 17
Tickets $22.50
A 14th century Christmas pageant written by the man known only as “The Wakefield Master.” The production features comedy and ritual, and original and classic holiday music. A Yuletide feast for the eyes and ears.
Long Beach Playhouse: A Christmas Carol
5021 E. Anaheim Street Long Beach CA
Dec. 9 to Dec. 17, 2017 select Thurs., Fri., & Sat. at 8pm, Sun. at 2pm
Tickets $24/each
This quick-paced, highly theatrical re-telling of Charles Dickens’ classic tale will delight the entire family. In 19th century England, the ghosts of Christmases Past, Present, and Future show Ebenezer Scrooge the poverty of his material wealth and the blessings that come with generosity. Can they convince him to change before it’s too late? Come spend time with the characters you’ve come to love – Bob Cratchit, Tiny Tim, and of course the irascible miser himself. This production will be the Christmas party needed to set you and your loved ones on the path to holiday cheer.
Long Beach Ballet’s Nutcracker
Long Beach Terrace Theater, 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach
2 Weekends: December 16 - 17, and December 22 - 24
Tickets start at $34. 20% off any ticket for children.
The Long Beach Ballet’s Artistic Director, David Wilcox, pulled out all the stops for the 35th production of the classical tale. This production boasts a full symphony orchestra, a flying sleigh, a real live horse, on-stage pyrotechnics, and a cast of over 200. The enchanting scenery was created by former Disney designers Elliot Hessayon and Scott Schaffer, the detailed costumes designed by Australian artist Adrian Clark, and special effects by renowned magician Franz Harary.
The Hot Chocolate Nutcracker
Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center: 1935 Manhattan Beach Blvd. Redondo Beach
December 7 - 10
Tickets start at $50
It’s Christmas Eve and the Johnsons are having a grand party. The Christmas gifts are shared and young Kara receives a Nutcracker filled with hot chocolate – her favorite. She falls asleep and the journey begins when the Nutcracker comes alive!
A Christmas Carol
Segerstrom Theater, 600 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa
Regular Performances: December 1-2 4, 201 7
Recapture the spirit of an old-fashioned Christmas with this timeless Dickens classic and all your favorite characters—Tiny Tim and the Cratchit family, the Fezziwigs, the Ghosts of Christmas past, present and yet-to-come—and, as always, Hal Landon Jr. as everyone's favorite curmudgeon, Ebenezer Scrooge (“The quintessential Ebenezer Scrooge!” according to the Daily Pilot). Recommendation: Ages 6 and up. No children under age six will be admitted to A Christmas Carol. Everyone—regardless of age—must have a ticket, sit in a seat and be able to sit quietly through the performance.
Beauty and the Beast: A Christmas Rose
Pasadena Civic Auditorium
Thursday, December 14, 2017 - December 24, 2017
Tickets Start at $28
Beauty and the Beast: A Christmas Rose is an updated version of the classic tale presented in the traditional British Panto style. The play features magic with a comedic twist, contemporary music, and dancing with alumni from “So You Think You Can Dance.” This creative team behind this production includes Tony Award-nomined director, Sheldon Epps; choreographer Mandy Moore (of La La Land); writer Kris Lythgoe (Peter Pan & Tinker Bell: A Pirates Christmas); and musical director Michael Orland (American Idol). A portion of the the proceeds from the production will be given to The Pasadena Playhouse Outreach and Education Program by Lythgoe Family Panto.
Los Angeles Ballet
Various Locations around LA
December 9 - 31
Tickets start at $29.50
Los Angeles Ballet’sThe Nutcracker is LA’s ultimate family holiday tradition, perfect for celebrating the season. Set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score, this original production takes place in 1912 Los Angeles. You will be captivated as Clara and her beloved Nutcracker battle a most memorable Mouse King, encounter dancing Snowflakes and travel to the Palace of the Dolls.
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