A classic American story is brought to life on stage as LifeHouse Theater proudly presents the return of its original musical, “Miracle on 34th Street.” New York City is turned upside down at Christmas when a department store Santa claims to be the real Saint Nick. Faith itself goes on trial as authorities grapple with the true Spirit of the Season.
Performances begin Saturday, November 27, 2021 at 7:00 PM and will continue on weekends through December 29, 2021. Performances are Fridays at 7:00 PM, Saturdays at 2:00 PM (except Opening Night) and 7:00 PM, and Sundays at 2:00 PM. In addition to the weekend performances, there will be a special weekday performance at 7:00 PM on Thursday, December 23 and Monday through Wednesday, December 27 - 29. There will be no performance on December 24 and 25.
Regular advance ticket prices for each production are $22 or $26 for adults and $11 or $13 for children ages 3-11 (no children under 3 are admitted) and can be purchased over the phone with a Visa or MasterCard by calling (909) 335-3037. Tickets are available online at boxoffice.lifehousetheater.com. Checks can also be mailed to LifeHouse, provided reservations are made far enough in advance. Tickets may also be purchased in person at the box office, which is open Fridays from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM and one hour prior to performance times on the weekends. Tickets are $2 more on the day of the performance. Group rates are available for groups of ten or more. Guests are encouraged to reserve seats early as performances will sell out.
Written by Debra E. Brooks with music and lyrics by Brooks, Dustin Ceithamer and Wayne Scott, “Miracle on 34th Street” brings the joy and wonder of the Christmas season to the stage.
“All the fun, familiar characters we have come to know and cherish for generations will be part of this musical,” observes LifeHouse founder and president, Wayne Scott. “This is truly a heartwarming rendition of a family favorite and a wonderful launch to our 28th season.”
“Miracle on 34th Street” features talented performers from all over the Inland Empire. Playing the role of Kris Kringle is Jerry Cason. Hannah Smith plays the adorable Susan Walker and Jana Smith portrays her mother, Doris Walker. Nathan Smith is featured in the role of Fred Gailey. The musical also features Paul Zanone as Mr. Sawyer, Stephen Skiles as Mr. Shellhammer, Dustin Wehrman as Thomas Mara, Nick Diliberto as Mr. Macy, and Rich Lampe as Judge Henry Harper.
“Miracle on 34th Street” is directed by Jeffrey A. DeWitt, with vocal direction by Nick Diliberto. Choreography is by Mandy Michel and Levi Michel and costume design by Tiffany Michel and Sarah Pearce. Set design is by Jacob Michel.
LifeHouse Theater’s 28th season continues in 2022 with “Sherlock Holmes and the Hound of the Baskervilles” (January 15 - 30), “Beauty and the Beast” (February 12 – March 13), “Jericho: The Story of Joshua and Rahab” (March 26 – April 24), “Pride and Prejudice” (May 7 – June 12), “King Arthur” (June 25 – July 24), “Alice in Wonderland” (August 13 – September 11) and Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “The Sound of Music” (September 24 – October 23). Money-saving season passes will be on sale at the LifeHouse Theater Box Office at that time.
The theater is located at 1135 N. Church St. in Redlands, next to the Redlands Christian School. Free parking is available at the back of the theater. More information can be found by visiting the website at www.lifehousetheater.com.
For more information, please call (909) 335-3037.
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