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November 13, 2025 · 4:55 pm

THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER Runs Dec. 12-14

THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT
Stage Right Musical Theatre Company
Runs Dec. 12-14
Williamstown Performing Arts Center

Based on the beloved book, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever is the perfect addition to your family’s holiday tradition. The predictable chaos of Beth Bradley’s church pageant is turned upside down when the unruly Herdman kids crash the show, demanding the lead roles. As things spiral into hilarity—shepherds quit, the show falls apart and the church even catches fire—these misfits somehow breathe new life into the Christmas story. This hilarious, heartwarming holiday classic by Barbara Robinson is filled with unexpected moments and plenty of laughs, making it the perfect show for the whole family to enjoy. Don’t miss this festive rollercoaster of fun and redemption!

  • Fri-Sat, Dec. 12-13 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Dec. 15 at 2:30pm

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November 10, 2025 · 6:31 pm

ELF, the Musical Runs Dec. 4-7

ELF, the Musical
Rise Up Performing Arts
Dec. 4-7
Miami University Hamilton Parrish Auditorium

Directed by Matt Neal

Based on the beloved holiday film, this hilarious fish-out-of-water comedy follows Buddy the Elf in his quest to find his true identity. Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is actually a human until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh realities that his father is on the naughty list and his half-brother doesn’t even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. The best way to spread Christmas Cheer is singing loud for all to hear.

  • Thu-Sat, Dec. 4-6 at 7pm
  • Sun, Dec. 7 at 2pm

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October 28, 2025 · 6:14 pm

RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER Runs Nov. 20-23

RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER
Rise Up Performing Arts
Nov. 20-23
Miami University Hamilton Parrish Auditorium

A heartwarming adaptation of the beloved holiday classic, featuring iconic characters and songs that celebrate inclusivity and the spirit of Christmas.

  • Thu-Sat, Nov. 20-22 at 7pm
  • Sun, Nov. 23 at 2pm

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September 18, 2025 · 4:56 pm

STONE SOUP Runs Oct. 17-19

STONE SOUP
Town Hall Theatre
Oct. 17-19
[Washington Township]

The town of Whisker has been terrorized by dragons.  When two knights vanquish the monsters, they are instant celebrities.  Unfortunately, Lillian Scum hates the knights because she wants all honor for destroying the dragons to go to Rafferty, her very handsome (yet rather unintelligent) son.  She has all but given up on Rocky, her gentle, eldest son, who wants to become a chef.  Imagine her glee when Rafferty discovers that the knights are really girls in disguise.  Now, everybody knows a ’girl’ can’t fight dragons, so Rafferty and his mother succeed in convincing the town that HE won the dragon fight.  Rocky comes to the knights’ defense, but the citizens turn their back on him.  They even refuse to give him and the two girls a bite to eat!  But Rocky won’t give up and he helps the knights cook up a pot of that old favorite — STONE SOUP.

  • Fri, Oct. 17 at 7pm (Cabbage cast)
  • Sat, Oct. 18 at 11am (Carrots cast)
  • Sat, Oct. 18 at 3pm (Cabbage cast)
  • Sun, Oct. 19 at 3pm (Carrots cast)

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August 21, 2025 · 5:46 pm

Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID Runs Sept. 18-21

Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID
Rise Up Performing Arts
Sept. 18-21
Miami University Hamilton

Follow Ariel, a curious young mermaid, as she makes a daring deal to pursue her dreams and discover the world above the waves. Packed with heart, humor, and spectacular performances from some of the most talented youth in our city, this show will make a splash with audiences of all ages!

  • Thu, Sept. 18 at 7pm (Emerald cast)
  • Fri, Sept. 19 at 7pm (Amethyst cast)
  • Sat, Sept. 20 at 2pm (Amethyst cast)
  • Sat, Sept. 20 at 7pm (Emerald cast)
  • Sun, Sept. 21 at 2pm (Emerald cast)
  • Sun, Sept. 21 at 6pm (Amethyst cast)

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