2018 Holiday Performances
Derby Dinner Playhouse:
“Holiday Inn”
Based on the classic film, this joyous musical features thrilling dance numbers, laugh-out-loud comedy and a hit parade of Irving Berlin songs. Evening performances include a dinner buffet that are offered Tuesday-Sunday at 6 p.m. through Dec. 31.
Matinees are Tuesday-Friday and Sunday at 11:45 a.m. and include lunch before the show (select dates do not feature matinees.) No performances on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. 525 Marriott Drive, Clarksville, Ind. Tickets: $44. Info: (812) 288-8281 or www.derbydinner.com.
Derby Dinner Playhouse Children’s Series:
“A Velveteen Rabbit Christmas”
Travel back in time with Santa to the story of a young boy and his Velveteen Rabbit. This musical is filled with laughter, whimsy and heart as that little bunny learns what it means to be real. Breakfast performances begin at 9 a.m. and lunch performances at noon. Saturdays, Dec. 1, 8, 15 & 22. A special evening performance will be Monday, Dec. 17 at 5:45 p.m. Tickets: $17-$22. 525 Marriott Drive, Clarksville, Ind. Info: (812) 288-8281 or www.derbydinner.com.
EKU Center for the Arts:
“A Christmas Carol”
This lavish holiday production of the Charles Dickens classic features a cast of 24 performers, live musicians, Broadway-style scenery and costumes. Tuesday, Dec. 4 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $35-$55. 1 Hall Drive, Richmond. Info: (859) 622-7469 or www.ekucenter.com.
“A Magical Cirque Christmas”
This holiday entertainment blockbuster will dazzle audiences of all ages, featuring jaw-dropping magic, circus acts and live musicians performing Christmas carols. Saturday, Dec. 8 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $35-$135. 1 Hall Drive, Richmond. Info: (859) 622-7469 or www.ekucenter.com.
“Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: the Musical”
Based on the stop-motion classic film, this fun-filled musical follows the adventures of Rudolph, Hermey the Elf, Yukon Cornelius and their friends. Wednesday, Dec. 12 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $40-$50. 1 Hall Drive, Richmond. Info: (859) 622-7469 or www.ekucenter.com.
Jessamine County Arts:
“A Christmas Carol”
Friday, Dec. 7 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 8 at 2:30 & 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 9 at 2:30 p.m. $10 adults, $7 students. EJHS Auditorium, 815 Sulphur Well Road. Nicholasville. Info: www.jessaminecountyarts.wixsite.com/info
Kentucky Ballet Theatre:
“The Night Before Christmas”
Enjoy a Christmas ballet for the whole family with Kentucky Ballet Theatre and “The Night Before Christmas.” Sunday, Dec. 16 at 2 & 7 p.m. Tickets: $20-$28. Lexington Catholic High School. Info: 252-5245 or www.kyballet.com.
The Lexington Brass Band
“‘Tis The Season”
Come and celebrate the sounds of the season with the Lexington Brass Band. Sunday, Dec. 9 at 4 p.m. $10 per adult and $5 for students. Centenary United Methodist Church, 2800 Tates Creek Rd. Info and tickets: www.lexingtonbrassband.com/shows
Lexington Children’s Theatre:
“A Charlie Brown Christmas.”
This stage production of “A Charlie Brown Christmas” is based on the beloved television special that follows Charlie Brown and the Peanuts gang as they remember that friendship is what the holidays are all about. School matinees on Dec. 3, 5, 6 & 7 at 10 a.m. and noon. Public shows are on Saturday, Dec. 1 at 2 & 7 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 2 at 2 p.m.; and Saturday, Dec. 8 at 2 p.m. Tickets: $25 adults, $20 children. Lexington Opera House, 401 W. Short St. Info: 254-4546 or www.lctonstage.org.
Lexington Philharmonic:
“A Cathedral Christmas”
LexPhil returns to the Cathedral of Christ the King to present an array of sacred repertoire in “A Cathedral Christmas.” Saturday, Dec. 1 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $25-$75. Cathedral of Christ the King, 299 Colony Blvd. Info: 233-4226 or www.lexphil.org.
The Lexington Singers:
“Messiah: A Christmas Story”
The Lexington Singers will present selections from Messiah by George Frideric Handel, as well as other sacred and season favorites to tell the Christmas story. Friday, Dec. 7 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $15-$35. Singletary Center for the Arts. Info: 257-4929 or www.lexsing.org.
UK Collage:
A Holiday Spectacular
Rejoice in the holiday spirit at the annual “Collage” concert presented by UK Choir members and a host of guest ensembles and soloists. Saturday, Dec. 1 at 2 & 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 2 at 3 p.m.
Tickets: $14-$29. Info: 257-4929.
Waveland Museum:
Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol”
Follow from room-to-room in a historic homesite as the drama of “A Christmas Carol” plays out right in front of you. Performance schedule: Dec. 1, 2, 8, 9, 15 & 16 at 4, 5:30 & 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 7 & 14 at 6 & 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $20 adults, $10 children. 225 Waveland Museum Lane. Info: 272-3611.