Holiday shows in the valley

Greer Tornquist '18

Xavier/Brophy students perform in Elf Jr at Greasepaint Youth Theatre

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