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A Christmas Story

The Musical

Nov 1 - Dec 29, 2024 / The Goodspeed - 6 Main Street, East Haddam, CT 06423 view map

Goodspeed unwraps a glittering musical version of the beloved movie classic just in time for the holidays. The only thing little Ralphie wants for Christmas is a BB gun. But to get it, he must navigate all the obstacles of the yuletide season. Will a neighborhood bully, a strict school teacher, a distracted dad and a department store Santa thwart his quest? There’s something for everyone in this hilarious love letter to Christmas past. A package of naughty and nice nostalgia to warm your winter!

Book by

Joseph Robinette

Music and Lyrics by

Benj Pasek and Justin Paul

Based on

the motion picture A Christmas Story distributed by Warner Bros., written by Jean Shepherd, Leigh Brown and Bob Clark, and upon In God We Trust: All Others Pay Cash written by Jean Shepherd

Music Direction by

Andrew Smithson

Music Supervision by

Adam Souza

Choreographed by

Mara Newbery Greer

Directed by

Hunter Foster

Produced by special arrangement with DRAMATIC PUBLISHING, Woodstock, Illinois.

Dates

Nov 1 - Dec 29, 2024

Theatre

The Goodspeed

Run time

Approx. 2hrs and 20min (including intermission)

Age Rating

G (recommended for ages 5+)

Videos

Highlights from A Christmas Story

"What A Mother Does"

"When You're A Wimp"

"Red Ryder Carbine Action BB Gun"

"Sticky Situation"

"Somewhere Hovering Over Indiana"

"A Major Award"

The Bunny Suit

"You'll Shoot Your Eye Out"

A Christmas Story in Rehearsal: "Ralphie to the Rescue"

A Christmas Story in Rehearsal: "It All Comes Down to Christmas"

Photos

Friday Dinner Theatre Package

Includes dinner at the Gelston House (located next door to The Goodspeed) and a ticket to the 8pm performance. Only $86!

Teacher Night Out

Friday, Nov 15 at 8pm
Just $49 per person. Teachers get a discounted ticket and a free drink in a souvenir cup. Two tickets per valid teacher ID. Call the Box Office to order.

$40 Under 40

Saturday, Nov 16
$40 tickets are available to those under 40 years old. Call the Box Office to order.

Thanksgiving Food Drive 2-For-1

Monday, Nov 25 at 7:30pm
Buy one, get one free tickets for select seats with a generous non-perishable donation to the East Haddam Food Bank. Call the Box Office to order.

Open Caption Performance

Friday, Dec 6 at 8pm
Call the Box Office, or choose the designated pink seats when ordering online.

Sensory-Friendly Performance

Sunday, Dec 8 at 6:30pm
This family-friendly performance is designed and intended for those who are affected by sensory-processing challenges. Special pricing is available: LEARN MORE

Meet The Cast

Thursday, Dec 12, 7:30pm
FREE! A lively discussion with the cast after the evening performance on Thursday, December 12.

Student Rush

$15 tickets available for any evening performance, beginning at 10am on the day of the show. Must have valid student ID.

Dinner Discounts

Reserve tickets for a Wednesday, Thursday, or Sunday evening performance and enjoy special dinner offers at local restaurants.

For more details on any of these offers or to purchase tickets, please contact the Box Office at 860.873.8668. All offers valid on select seats for new purchases only and subject to availability. Restrictions may apply. Not valid in combination with any other offer. Handling fees may apply.

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Jenn Gambatese

Jenn Gambatese

Mother

Christopher Riley

Christopher Riley

Ralphie

John Scherer

John Scherer

Jean Shepherd

Rashidra Scott

Rashidra Scott

Miss Shields

Jim Stanek

Jim Stanek

The Old Man

Camilo Velasquez Escamilla

Camilo Velasquez Escamilla

Randy

Jenniellen Beattie

Jenniellen Beattie

Ensemble

Zeke Bernier

Zeke Bernier

Ensemble

Kyle Caress

Kyle Caress

Ensemble

Jack Casey

Jack Casey

Ensemble

Sy Chounchaisit

Sy Chounchaisit

Ensemble

Marjorie Failoni

Marjorie Failoni

Ensemble

Thomas Goldbach V

Thomas Goldbach V

Ensemble

Laura Guley

Laura Guley

Ensemble

Treston J. Henderson

Treston J. Henderson

Ensemble

Gavin Holwitt

Gavin Holwitt

Ensemble

Addie Jaymes

Addie Jaymes

Ensemble

Ian Knauer

Ian Knauer

Ensemble

Gabriel Lafazan

Gabriel Lafazan

Ensemble

Oliver Logue

Oliver Logue

Ensemble

Izzy Pike

Izzy Pike

Ensemble

Jesse Swimm

Jesse Swimm

Ensemble

Tommy Betz

Tommy Betz

Swing

Paris Martino

Paris Martino

Swing

Gus

Gus

Bumpus Hound

Jethro

Jethro

Bumpus Hound

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