If you want to catch a show to help get you into the Christmas spirit, there are several to choose from in Memphis and the Mid-South. From old classics like The Nutcracker Ballet or A Christmas Carol to new favorites like A Tuna Christmas, there is something for everyone.
This annual benefit performance of Handel's
Messiah will be feature the Memphis Symphony Orchestra and the Memphis Symphony Chorus. It will be held at the Cannon Center for the Performing arts on December 13, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. Visit the show's
official website for ticket information.
The Playhouse on the Square is presenting this colorful comedy featuring two actors who take on many roles. The story takes place in the town of Tuna, Texas where residents participate in a delightfully tacky Christmas lawn display contest. However, there is a Grinch-like character who is out to sabatoge the whole thing. The show runs from November 28, 2008 - January 11, 2009. Visit
www.playhouseonthesquare.org for times and ticket information.
This is an animated comedy about a snowman who gets very jealous of Santa and ultimately wages war on him and his army of elves. The show runs from November 15, 2008 - December 31, 2008. Visit
www.memphismuseums.org for times and ticket information.
For many,
A Christmas Carol is the epitome of the perfect holiday story. If you agree, you won't want to miss the Theatre Memphis production of it that runs from December 5-23, 2008. Visit
www.theatrememphis.org for times and ticket information.
This holiday play is based on the classic children's book of the same name. This family friendly show is live on stage at the Germantown Community Theatre. Visit their
website for showtimes and ticket information.
Celebrate: A Holiday Cabaret presents all the best music of the Christmas season in one show. Hear old and new holiday favorites at Theatre Memphis from December 4-21, 2008. Visit
www.theatrememphis.orgfor times and ticket information.
The Singing Christmas Tree at Bellevue Baptist Church is an annual production that is much more than just another church pageant. This professional calibar show combines music, drama, and special effects to tell the story of the birth of Jesus Christ. The show runs from December 12-17, 2008. Visit
www.bellevue.org for times and ticket information.
The Nutcracker Ballet is a holiday favorite for many. This familiar story will be performed by Ballet Memphis live on stage at the Orpheum Theatre from December 5-7, 2008. For showtimes and ticket information, visit
www.balletmemphis.org.
