Santa Claus: The Musical

60 minutes
Taft Theatre

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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?

Jingle jam-packed with a sleigh full of fun, energetic, and original holiday music, Santa Claus: The Musical‘s heartwarming story and score put joyful audiences in the spirit of the season!

Featuring Local 12’s Bob Herzog!

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Ages
4+
Grades
PreK-8
Public Performances
December 7 – 8, and December 13 – 15
School Performances
December 11 – 13, and December 16

Show Times

General Admission Show Times

Date & Time Location
December 7
Saturday - 2:00pm
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December 7
Saturday - 5:00pm
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December 8
Sunday - 2:00pm
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December 13
Friday - 7:00pm
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December 14
Saturday - 11:00am
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December 14
Saturday - 2:00pm
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December 15
Sunday - 2:00pm
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December 15
Sunday - 5:00pm
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Homeschool Show Times

Date & Time Location
December 16
Monday - 1:00pm
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Accessible Performance
Saturday, December 7 at 2 PM - Signed for the hearing impaired
Santa Claus and reindeer during performance on stage
Mr. And Mrs. Claus on stage
Santa and elves on stage
Santa Claus in performance
Elves performing on stage
Santa and reindeer bowing on stage
Two performers looking at list on stage

What Critics Are Saying About the Show

Just as I thought, everything about it was incredible and we were all laughing, toe tapping and clapping throughout the entire show. The performance is filled with catchy music, entertaining dancing, colorful characters, and plenty of heart that will keep all ages engaged.
— Sarah McCosham, Cincinnati Parent
“Santa Claus: The Musical” is a jolly good time with a lesson to boot(!) that should absolutely be part of your holiday traditions.
— Christi Geary, ArtsWave Guide

Credits

Book by Noah Putterman. Music & Lyrics by David Christensen & Luke Holloway.

Directed & Choreographed by Anthony C. Daniel.

Show Resources

Study Guides
Santa Claus: The Musical
Show Companion Activity Packet
Podcasts
Santa Claus: The Musical Edition
6-minute podcast

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati, the nation’s oldest professional theatre for young audiences, invites the young (and young-at-heart) to take a peek behind the scenes of our holiday production, Santa Claus: The Musical, featuring Local 12’s Bob Herzog.

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Public Offerings

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Every person, regardless of age, will need a ticket. Children ages 18 months-old or younger who do not need a seat and will sit on your lap will be required to have an Infant Lap Pass for each show, no matter where your tickets are. Infant Lap Passes are $10 and are available before the show at the Taft Theatre or by contacting the Box Office at tickets@tctcincinnati.com or 513.569.8080 x10. Planning on coming to a couple of shows next season? Check out our Buy & Save offer: Save 5% on 2 shows and 10% on 3 shows! Discounts apply automatically when tickets are added to your cart.

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Schools / Homeschool Offerings

Schools
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Homeschool Single Tickets

Every person, regardless of age, will need a ticket. Children ages 18 months-old or younger who do not need a seat and will sit on your lap will be required to have an Infant Lap Pass for each show, no matter where your tickets are. Infant Lap Passes are $10 and are available before the show at the Taft Theatre or by contacting the Box Office at tickets@tctcincinnati.com or 513.569.8080 x10.

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