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Philadelphia Holiday Shows That Aren't The Nutcracker

11/22/16 - By Cait Sumner

The holiday season has arrived, and with it is no shortage of festive family-friendly shows. If you've already seen a performance of the Nutcracker this season, or you're just looking for something different, check out this list of other Christmas shows happening in the area. Enjoy the show and have a happy and safe holiday season!

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A Christmas Story- The Musical
Media Theatre- Media, PA
November 9, 2016- January 8, 2017
This classic holiday story comes to life on stage in musical form! All Ralphie wants for Christmas is a Red Ryder BB Gun. Find out if he'll get it this year.

AMT's Christmas Show
American Music Theatre- Lancaster, PA
November 1-December 30, 2016
This family tradition is the perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit. This Winter Wonderland musical features beautiful sets and costumes that the kids will love.

A Winnie-The-Pooh Christmas Tail
Media Theatre- Media, PA
November 12-December 31, 2016
Join Pooh Bear and his friends on a Christmas adventure as they help Eeyore find his lost tail!

A Year with Frog and Toad
Arden Theatre- Philadelphia, PA
November 23, 2016-January 29, 2017
While this one isn't exactly a holiday show, it follows two friends through all four seasons as they get to know eachother and learn about life.

 Photo courtesy of Walnut Street Theatre.

Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol
Walnut Street Theatre- Philadelphia, PA
November 26-December 18, 2016
Watch the heartwarming tale of Ebenezer Scrooge and teach kids about the spirit of giving. This hour-long adaptation incorporates traditional Christmas songs.

An American Celtic Christmas
Bensalem High School- Bensalem, PA
December 3, 2016
Enjoy live music and dance at this Irish show.

Peter Pan
Ambler Theatre- Ambler, PA
December 7, 20, 27, 2016
Two actors perform this version of Peter Pan, which takes place in wintery London (and Neverland, of course!).

A Christmas Carol
Winterthur Garden- Wilmington, DE
December 7 & 8, 2016
Watch as Gerald Charles Dickens, the great-great-grandson of Charles Dickens performs a one-man version of the holiday classic.

Velveteen Rabbit
Rotwitt Theatre at Rosemont College- Rosemont, PA
December 9-11, 2016
Wolf Performing Arts Center presents this beautiful story about a much-loved toy rabbit.

Steadfast Tin Soldier
Lambertville Hall- Lambertville, NJ
December 10, 2016
This adorable puppet show is based on the Hans Christian Andersen tale.

Disney on Ice
Wells Fargo Center- Philadelphia, PA
December 23, 2016-January 1, 2017
Featuring Dory, Anna and Elsa, characters from Inside Out, the Toy Story gang, and Mickey Mouse, Disney on Ice presents Follow Your Heart.

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