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Dr. Seuss’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS Runs Dec. 10-15

Dr. Seuss’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS
Broadway in Cincinnati
Dec. 10-15
Aronoff Center Procter & Gamble Hall [Downtown]

Rediscover the magic of Dr. Seuss’ classic holiday tale as it comes to life on stage. Originally conceived by the three-time Tony Award®-winning director Jack O’Brien, the whimsical world of Whoville is beautifully realized by an A-list creative team in this delightful musical production.

Featuring the hit songs “You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas,” The Grinch discovers there’s more to Christmas than he bargained for in this heart-warming holiday classic. Max the Dog narrates as the mean and scheming Grinch, whose heart is “two sizes too small,” decides to steal Christmas away from the holiday-loving Whos.

  • Tue-Fri, Dec. 10-13 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec. 14 at 11am, 3pm & 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 15 at 11am, 3pm & 7pm

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SANTA CLAUS: The Musical Runs Dec. 7-15

TCTC_Santa Claus the MusicalSANTA CLAUS: The Musical
The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati
Dec. 7-15
Taft Theatre [Downtown]

Directed & choreographed by Anthony C. Daniel

It’s Christmas Eve! After 1,000 years of faithful service, Santa and Mrs. Claus announce their decision to hang up the big red suit and train a replacement. Enter Nick: a website designer and single dad to tech-savvy daughter, Bee. With pressures mounting–and a jealous, naughty elf thwarting their every move–will everyone in Santa’s Workshop come together in time for Nick to take the reins? Ages 4 and up.

  • Sat, Dec. 7 at 2pm & 5pm
  • Sun, Dec. 8 at 2pm
  • Fri, Dec. 13 at 7pm
  • Sat, Dec. 14 at 11am & 2pm
  • Sun, Dec. 15 at 2pm

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TROUBLE BUBBLES AT HOT SPRINGS Runs Dec. 6-15

TROUBLE BUBBLES AT HOT SPRINGS
Xenia Area Community Theatre
Dec. 6-15
[Xenia]

Directed by Melodee Bass

Cast: Wade Davis as Sheriff Warren Peace, Brian Laughlin as Dustin Debree, Betsy Benefiel as Gloria Debree, Winter Ringer as Denise Debree, James Spencer as Barnaby Wilde, Mary McKinley as Bea Wilde, Matthew Benefiel as Avery Braveman,Josie Johnson as Celia Fate, Onyx Davis as Jenna Rossity, Bridget Sciartelli as Carmen Geditt, Dean Shipley as Professor Thaddeus Snavely Mack, Katie Thorpe as Dee Zaster, Caleb Benefiel as Barry Sweet, Deborah Benefiel as Paige Turner & Ben Spencer as Pianist

A family friendly musical melodrama based in the old west.

  • Fri-Sat, Dec. 6-7 at 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 8 at 3pm
  • Fri-Sat, Dec. 13-14 at 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 15 at 3pm

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A VERY MERIT CHRISTMAS Runs Dec. 6-7

A VERY MERIT CHRISTMAS
Merit Theatre Company & Orchestra
Dec. 6-7
Northern Kentucky University Corbett Theatre [Highland Heights]

Conducted by Benjamin Price

Classic holiday pops concert meets a dramatic experience in “A Very Merit Christmas.” Enjoy an updated musical program featuring our 50-piece pops orchestra and the Merit Company Chorale, all in the beautifully renovated Corbett Theatre at Northern Kentucky University. Join us for an unforgettable evening of music and wonder as we celebrate the joy of the Christmas season!

  • Fri, Dec. 6 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Dec. 7 at 2pm & 7:30pm

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Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Runs Dec. 5-29

Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Covedale Center for the Performing Arts
Dec. 5-29
[West Price Hill]

Directed by Tim Perrrino
Music directed by Greg Dastilung
Choreographed by Cassidy Steele

Cast: Cian Steele as Beast, Hope Pauly as Belle, Chloe Hedrick as Babette, Colin Waters as Le Fou, Royce Louden as Gaston, Christopher Wells as Lumière, Jerrod Gruber as Cogsworth, Annie Schneider as Mrs. Potts, Madeline Stern as Madame de la Grande Bouche, John Dorney as Maurice, Gabriel Kanai Nakata as D’Arque/Ensemble, Caroline Rakestraw, Carly J. Shepherd, Cassidy Perme as Silly Girls/Ensemble & Oliver Herndon as Chip
Ensemble: Trey Finkenstead, Rachel Petranek, Jordan Ward, Jeff Centrello, Courtney Duncan, Worley Stidham, Elijah Wilson, Delaney O’Toole & Noah Jeffreys

Featuring beloved songs like “Be Our Guest,” “If I Can’t Love Her,” “Home,” and, of course, “Beauty and the Beast,” join us for the timeless tale of Belle and the Beast as they journey through love, courage, and transformation. This spectacular production will be decked out for the holidays—Belle’s village, the enchanted forest, and the Beast’s castle will sparkle with yuletide charm.

  • Thu, Dec. 5 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Dec. 6-7 at 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 8 at 2pm
  • Thu, Dec. 12 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Dec. 13-14 at 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 15 at 2pm
  • Thu, Dec. 19 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Dec. 20-21 at 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 22 at 2pm
  • Thu, Dec. 26 at 7:30pm
  • Fri-Sat, Dec. 27-28 at 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 29 at 2pm

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