Holiday shows in the valley
ELF Jr. The Musical
The famous Christmas movie, “Elf,” has been turned into a musical and it’s not one to miss. The story follows a young orphan, Buddy, who mistakenly crawled into Santa’s bag and is transported to Santa’s Workshop at the North Pole. As years go by, Buddy realizes he does not fit in with the other elves and embarks on a journey to New York City to find his real family. If you like “Elf” the movie, you’ll be sure to love the on stage version!
Where: Greasepaint Youth Theatre 7020 E 2nd St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Tickets: Online, at the Greasepaint Website
Run dates: December 8-17th
Winnie The Pooh a Christmas Tail
Winnie the Pooh and his woodland friends are so excited for the holidays! They all love Christmas and gift giving, but it’s all ruined when poor Eeyore loses his tail. The whole gang searches everywhere to find Eeyore’s tail to save Eeyore and the special day. The show features great Christmas tunes, live snowfall and is an amazing way to get into the holiday spirit.
Where: Valley Youth Theatre 525 N 1st St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Tickets: Online, at VYT Website
Run Date: December 1-23
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
Based on a best-selling book, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever was adapted for the stage. This story of Christmas mayhem shows the struggles of a couple putting a church Christmas pageant. The Christmas-loving couple are forced to cast the Herdman kids, easily the most awful, disrespectful kids in the world! This comedic show is filled with commotion and loads of fun excitement.
Where: Spotlight Youth Theatre 10620 N 43rd Ave , Glendale, AZ 85304
Tickets: Online at Spotlight Youth Theatre Website
Run Dates: December 1-17th