Holiday Performances in Long Beach
Another holiday season in Long Beach brings with it another slate of great performances capturing the magic, music and storytelling of this festive time of year. From grand ballets and intimate classical concerts to glowing choral celebrations and spirited theatrical favorites, there’s some kind of holiday magic for every kind of arts lover.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL, LONG BEACH PLAYHOUSE
Returning for its annual incarnation at the Mainstage of Long Beach Playhouse (5021 E Anaheim St), this is a fast-paced retelling of Charles Dickens’ classic A Christmas Carol featuring all of the familiar characters: ghosts of Christmases Past, Present, and Future, as well as Bob Cratchit, Tiny Tim and, of course, Ebenezer Scrooge himself. This yearly tradition takes place from Dec. 4-20, at 2 and 8 PM.
THE NUTCRACKER, LONG BEACH BALLET
Long Beach Ballet’s beloved production of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker at the Long Beach Terrace Theater (300 E Ocean Blvd) is regularly voted the nation’s most loved. Blending classical artistry with cinematic magic, this lavish production features a full orchestra, cast of more than 200 performers, dazzling pyrotechnics, even a live horse. Artistic Director David Wilcox’s imaginative staging makes this one of the nation’s most celebrated Nutcrackers. Come enjoy all the wonder, warmth and holiday enchantment audiences look forward to each year.
HANDEL’S MESSIAH, LONG BEACH CAMERATA SINGERS
Camerata Singers–choral partner for the Long Beach Symphony and Musica Angelica–will perform Handel’s Messiah, Dec. 22 at Our Lady of Refuge Catholic Church (5195 Stearns St) at 7:30 PM. Also, the crystalline a cappella voices of Camerata’s Catalyst Chamber Ensemble will perform Candlelight Christmas on Dec. 6 at 7:30 PM at St. Cornelius Catholic Church (5500 E Wardlow Rd). Step into the glow of the season with an intimate, all-candlelight concert featuring timeless carols and fresh new choral works.
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