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The Nutcracker is the tale of a young girl, Clara, who receives the gift of a nutcracker doll at her family's Christmas party. In her dreams that night, the nutcracker doll comes to life as a handsome prince who joins her on a magical journey. Together, they travel to lands filled with dancing snowflakes, waltzing flowers, a mouse army and other exotic characters, all brought to vivid life on stage by a cast of over 100 performers!

For 10 performances only, from December 12-21, Ben and a star-studded set of special guests join forces to perform a dazzling new concert of some of his greatest hits, as well as a set of timeless Broadway favorites. We can't reveal who'll share the stage, but his 2024 Broadway residency was a veritable who's who of Broadway and Pop music royalty, including Cynthia Erivo, Nicole Scherzinger, Jennifer Hudson, Kacey Musgraves, Sam Smith, Micaela Diamond, and Shoshana Bean, among many others. And this time-Ben's upping the ante, with even more incredible surprise guests joining the fun each night.

Bob Baker’s Nutcracker, Bob Baker Marionette Theater’s (BBMT) delightful and spellbinding 1969 marionette adaptation of the beloved ballet classic, returns to Sierra Madre Playhouse, bringing joy and merriment to the holidays with 50 performances running from November 29, 2025, through January 4, 2026. The enchanting production – a cherished yuletide tradition for Angelenos of all age – features more than 100 handcrafted puppets, including original characters from the ballet, such as Clara, the Nutcracker, the Rat King, and the Sugar Plum Fairy, along with many of Baker’s own whimsical creations.

Every year, insurance agent Bob Finhead's whacked out friends and clients stop by his small-town Iowa office for their annual holiday bash. The town mayor, the sheriff, the twin farmer sisters, the stoner, the town floozy and the pastor's wife have already RSVP'd for this year's event. But Bob has dreams of a bigger life and wants to escape their narrow-minded thinking. Will he be able to fulfill his dream of becoming a professional inventor and move to the big city, or will he come to realize how much he is the heart and soul of the town? Will any of this matter once the party starts, the bickering and fighting begins, and the drinks hit the floor?

Let us transport you to a magical, wintery world in this original fairy tale fantasy. When orphan twins Holly and Spruce escape from the circus, they stumble into an enchanted forest where dragons, sorcery, and mischief reign. Music, puppetry, and wild imagination collide-the kind of joyful chaos only The Actors' Gang can conjure. A heartwarming story of courage, belonging, and the untamed power of imagination. Perfect for families, dreamers, and anyone who still believes in magic.

Our holiday tradition is returning to the Indie Shakes Studio for its 20th year! Join us as we welcome Mr. Charles Dickens himself to our stage. Our indoor Studio transforms into a cozy Victorian drawing room as he performs the beloved story of Ebenezer Scrooge and the curious events that unfold around him one cold, London night. He's joined by a young American actress who's determined to teach Mr. Dickens a few lessons of her own.

The region's longest-running musically merry holiday tradition returns! A Noise Within's delightfully festive and inspirational annual production is perfect for all ages. Make cherished memories with your family this season by witnessing Ebenezer Scrooge's joyful transformation in a perfect burst of boundless good cheer for the season, and beyond!

Orange County's favorite yuletide tradition continues! From the first "Bah humbug" to the final "Wassail," this timeless classic is sure to rekindle your holiday spirit. Join all your favorite Dickens characters-Tiny Tim and the Cratchit family, the Fezziwigs, the Ghosts of Christmas past, present and yet-to-come, and of course, everyone's favorite curmudgeon, Ebenezer Scrooge.

This holiday season, the Troubies leave no stone unturned and no glass un-shot – as they blow the roof off the Colony Theatre and hold the audience hostage with the classic Christmas film Die Hard combined with the music of Heart – in Troubadour Theater’s production of DIE HEART!

The Dog Log, written as a daily notation to the West Hollywood Sheriff’s Department, begins as a simple complaint about a barking dog, but it soon becomes a powerful self-exploration and confessional. It’s a touching, hilarious, and cleverly sneaky memoir of a man in Los Angeles who rediscovers himself when his elderly neighbor falls and he must reluctantly tend to her two badly behaved Yorkshire terriers.

The global phenomenon that is DUNGEONS & DRAGONS is now live on-stage in an experience that Nerdist calls “Rip-roaring funny,” and “Truly a wonder to behold!” Join us for an interactive fantasy adventure where you choose your heroes, battle monsters and help three adventurers on an epic quest to save the world. A blend of theatre, gaming and one-of-a-kind storytelling, this show is for you whether you are curious about D&D, a die-hard gamer or a lover of adventure. No matter what quest you conquer, this experience will never be the same twice!

The Enormous Crocodile is weaving his way through the jungle of Los Angeles in search of delicious little fingers and squidgy podgy knees...Only the other jungle creatures can foil his secret plans and clever tricks, but they’re going to have to find a large amount of courage to stop this greedy brute.

A biting, tender, and tragically modern play that strips away the glossy veneer of marriage, monogamy, and motherhood. When Andrea and Aaron decide to open their marriage, they hope to reignite desire. But what begins as an erotic experiment quickly spirals into a deeper and messier unraveling as they find themselves reckoning with the widening gap between being loved and being desired. Fierce, funny, & sex-soaked, this dramedy dives into the complications of growing up, aging out, & turning on—in more ways than one. A sharp and tender look at what happens after "happily ever after."

Fancy Nancy, Splendiferous Christmas follows Nancy and her presents with elegant wrapping paper, festive decorations, Christmas cookies with sprinkles – and who could forget the tree? After all, there is no such thing as too much tinsel. Ooh, la la! This year, Nancy is especially excited. After selling some of her old gowns and accessories, she has enough money to buy a brand-new sparkly tree topper. She simply cannot wait to decorate the Christmas tree. But when things don’t turn out the way Nancy planned, does Christmas still stand a chance of being splendiferous?

Julie, a “high-powered marketing exec” whose life falls apart faster than Santa’s sleigh on black ice, flees Los Angeles after losing her dream promotion. She resigns herself to visiting her mother for Christmas in Small Town, Ohio. There, she meets a handsome, widowed dollmaker and his knife-juggling daughter, and things take a delightfully chaotic turn. Cue love songs, Christmas clichés, death by reindeer, demonic dolls, and a Greek chorus that won’t stop singing carols about capitalism.

Heisenberg is a love story of two people Alex (Paul Eiding) and Georgie (Juls Hoover) who have relinquished the possibility of ever truly being known. Through observing and sharing space and time, they alter each other's trajectories and evolve away from the safety of stasis.

The Holiday Gem is a "fun for the whole family," original holiday musical! Backed by live musicians, stunning costumes, and a whimsical set, Santa Claus, his tap-dancing elves, and a cast of talented performers kick off the season in true holiday fashion! Lighthearted, fun, and entertaining, The Holiday Gem dazzles from start to finis

Storybook Theatre's award-winning "Jack and the Beanstalk" is a rollicking interactive version of the famous story. There are plenty of songs and lots of audience participation to delight the whole family. There is a rapping giant, a talking goose and chases up and down the beanstalk as members of the audience try to hide Jack from the giant on his adventure.

San Diego Director and La MaMa ETC company member, Adam Parker, makes his Los Angeles Theatre debut with this fresh and moving twist on the Dickens classic. Told through the eyes of Scrooge's long-suffering business partner, Jacob Marley, this four-person tour de force is the perfect holiday treat. "Delectably zany...inspired theatre...gives the audience cause to ache, and to laugh, and in the end, to exalt." -CityBeat.

The Long Beach Ballet continues its long annual holiday tradition, for the 43rd year this December, of presenting The Nutcracker at the Terrace Theater at the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center for six performances. As always, the beloved production bursts with special guest performances and additional surprise treats the entire family will love. Goldstar audiences twice voted Long Beach Ballet's Nutcracker as the "best-loved" production in the nation

Mrs. Christmas explores the journey of a woman who inherits the holiday traditions of her recently deceased, estranged mother. Known in their small town as Mrs Christmas, her mother left behind a legacy of festive cheer and complex emotions for her daughter. Through an evening of song and over-the-top stories, the daughter navigates the complexities of their relationship, delving into themes of tradition, loss, legacy, and questioning how we begin to heal the complicated relationships with our families.

OUR TOWN beautifully and poetically re-creates a theatrical picture of small town, USA and the precious nature of life we all seem to take for granted. Themes of family, home, cycles, and the value of companionship resonate profoundly as they are woven lovingly into this tapestry/ portrait of life in America.

Write Act Repertory is pleased to announce its third annual Holiday Express Festival called PIECES OF DECEMBER. A collection of 6 world premiere one-act plays written by various Write Act Repertory writers. Enter a world of the human holiday experience in this festival. Laugh, cry and rejoice in this human exploration of the holiday and winter season. To you from Write Act Repertory – Happy Holidays!

Experience the epic emotion, soaring music, and breathtaking dance of THE PRINCE OF EGYPT from multi GRAMMY and Academy Award-winner Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Godspell). Journey through the wonders of Ancient Egypt as two young men, raised together as brothers in a kingdom of privilege, find themselves suddenly divided by a secret past. One must rule as Pharaoh, the other must rise up and free his true people; both face a destiny that will change history forever. Based on the Book of Exodus, with songs from the 1998 DreamWorks Animation film of the same name.

Come dashing through the snow to the best elfing holiday experience this side of the North Pole! Explore a winter wonderland with eight immersive installations in search of Santa's vintage speakeasy (shh, don't tell Mrs Claus). Along the way, you'll find everything from naughty gingerbread girls and rugged lumberjacks to living snow globes. Then, once you stumble into Santa's speakeasy, enjoy Christmas cocktails, delicious food and a live band. The night concludes with an eye-popping variety show with a mix of ballet, burlesque and unique, jaw-dropping acts in which all of Santa's wildest secrets are revealed! You'll be laughing, singing along, and getting your buzz on.

Santasia's relentless assault on your holiday funny-bone will have you hurting from laughter. This side splitting comedy is stocking stuffed with dynamic musical parodies, heartfelt sentiment and classic Rankin and Bass original inspired claymation movies.

One of the most thought-provoking horror films of all time now is...a musical. SAW The Musical hilariously captures the events of the first movie parodying the Saw that started it all following from where Lawrence Gordon and Adam Stanheight find each other for the first time in the bathroom trap. Will they follow "the rules" as they discover each other's secrets? Will they escape the game in time and saw right through? A love story with fluidity (and lots more fluids), SAW The Musical: The Unauthorized Parody of Saw is Little Shop of Horrors meets Avenue Q, pushing the boundary on sexuality and how to love. SAW The Musical: The Unauthorized Parody of Saw premieres Off-Broadway Fall 2023 in New York after its smash out-of-town tryout in Philadelphia last year!

Set in Victorian London, the story follows miserly Ebenezer Scrooge, who despises Christmas and lives a joyless life, until the ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future show him the path to compassion, family, and joy. With a score that earned an Academy Award nomination for its film adaptation, Scrooge! The Musical blends humor, drama, and uplifting messages in a celebration of the season.

Stereophonic mines the agony and the ecstasy of creation as it zooms in on a music studio in 1976. Here, an up-and-coming rock band recording a new album finds itself suddenly on the cusp of superstardom. The ensuing pressures could spark their breakup - or their breakthrough. Written by David Adjmi, directed by Daniel Aukin, and featuring original music by Arcade Fire's Will Butler, Stereophonic invites the audience to immerse themselves - with fly-on-the-wall intimacy - in the powder keg process of a band on the brink of blowing up.

Hosted by pop icon Joey McIntyre (New Kids On The Block), this immersive holiday concert experience brings more than 25 of the greatest holiday movie soundtracks to life in a dazzling, cinematic celebration filled with music, laughter, and joy. Performed by 22 world-class singers, dancers, and musicians inside CineVita, the breathtaking mirrored Spiegeltent at Hollywood Park by SoFi Stadium. Perfect for families, date nights, groups of friends, and unforgettable company celebrations, this all-ages experience is the ultimate holiday night out.

A musical play inspired by A.A. Milne's Winnie-the-Pooh: A very special Friend-and-Relation tells Christopher Robin a story of a Christmas Eve very long ago (about last year) when Eeyore, the old gray donkey who lives by himself in the thistle corner of Hundred-Acre Wood, was absolutely miserable. It seems that he lost his tail and Winnie-the-Pooh and Piglet got all of their friends and a search was organized. There is a great deal of fun and excitement, plus delightful songs, in the adventure that follows.