Performance and classical music listings

1812 Productions: The Big Time - New Vaudeville for the Holidays

Holiday-themed production w/a contemporary twist. Closes 12/31. Plays & Players Theatre, 1714 Delancey Pl.; 215-592-9560.

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A Child's Christmas In Wales Theatrical adaptation of the Dylan Thomas poem, featuring the 'puppet sculptures' of artist Sebastienne Mundheim. Closes 1/5. Lantern Theater at St. Stephen's Theater, 10th & Ludlow Sts.; 215-829-0395. $20.

A Lesson Before Dying Presented by Iron Age Theatre. Closes 12/1. Montgomery County Cultural Center - Centre Theater, 208 DeKalb St., Norristown; 610-279-1013. www.ironagetheatre.org. $20.

Another Christmas with The Calamari Sisters: Feast of the Seven Fishes! Carmela & Delphine Calamari will sing, dance, cook & rock around the Christmas tree. Closes 11/29. Broadway Theatre of Pitman, 43 S. Broadway, Pitman; Box Office: 856-384-8381. www.thecalamarisisters.com. $30-$40.

Bravissimo Burlesque: Reign in Men Monthly show featuring male performers. Ongoing. WineO, 447 Poplar St. www.lilsteph.com. $10.

Cape May Stage: Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol Marley's ghost is offered a chance at redemption - if he, in turn, can redeem Scrooge. Closes 12/29. Robert Shackleton Playhouse, Bank & Lafayette Sts., Cape May; 609-884-1341. $35; $30 seniors; $15 children.

Cape May Stage: The Santaland Diaries Holiday humor written by David Sedaris. Closes 12/29. Congress Hall, 251 Beach Ave., Cape May; 609-770-8311. www.capemaystage.com. $25.

Cinderella: A Musical Panto Award-winning original take on the fairy tale. Closes 1/12. People's Light & Theatre Company, 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern; 610-644-3500. $40-$50; $35-$45 children 17 and under.

Elf Musical adaptation of the movie about a human boy raised by elves at the North Pole. Closes 1/5. Walnut Street Theatre, 825 Walnut St.; 215-574-3550. $10-$95.

Hands Across Veronica New comedy by Gin Hobbs. Closes 11/24. Walking Fish Theatre, 2509 Frankford Ave.; 215-427-9255. $20.

Irving Berlin's White Christmas Stage adaptation of the movie, featuring the music of composer Berlin. Closes 12/22. Surflight Theatre, Beach & Engleside Ave., Harvey Cedars, NJ; 609-492-9477. $45.

Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Andrew Lloyd Webber/Tim Rice musical based on the biblical story of Joseph. Closes 1/5. Media Theatre for the Performing Arts, 104 E. State St., Media; 610-891-0100. $42; $35 seniors; $25 children.

Meet Me in St. Louis: A Live Radio Play Radio-style adaptation of the MGM motion picture. Closes 12/29. Bucks County Playhouse, 70 S. Main St., New Hope; 215-862-2121. $29-$57.50.

Miracle on South Division Street A relative's unexpected news & the resulting conflict threaten to shake a family's faith as the holidays approach. Closes 12/8. Montgomery Theater, 124 N. Main St., Souderton; 215-723-9984. $27-$35.

My Mother's Italian, My Father's Jewish & I'm Home for the Holidays 1-man show about family chaos & hijinks during the holiday. Closes 12/31. Independence Seaport Museum - Penn's Landing Playhouse, 211 S. Columbus Blvd.; 855-448-7469. www.stevesolomoncomedy.com. $35-$55.

New City Stage Company: Frost/Nixon Tony-winning dramatization of the interview between David Frost & the former president. Closes 1/5. Adrienne Theatre, 2030 Sansom St.; 215-563-7500. ww.newcitystage.org. $5-$10.

No Reservations: The Play Comedy by New York Times best-selling humorist Josh Piven. Closes 12/15. Adrienne Theatre, 2030 Sansom St. $18-$25.

Polaroid Stories Red Star Productions story of real life as told by the homeless. Closes 12/7. Allens Lane Art Center, 601 W. Allens Ln.; Box Office: 215-248-0546. $18-$20.

Radio Golf Written by August Wilson. Presented by The Drama Group. Closes 11/30. First United Methodist Church of Germantown, 6023 Germantown Ave. www.thedramagroup.org. $15.

Shrek the Musical Hit musical based on the storybook & animated film. Closes 12/22. Steel River Playhouse, 245 E. High St., Pottstown; 610-970-1199. $24-$27; $21-$24; $15-$17 students and children.

Sideways Stories from Wayside School Based on the book series by Louis Sachar. Closes 2/15. Arden Theatre, 40 N. 2nd St.; 215-922-1122. $32-$36; $20-$22 children 13-18; $16-$18 under 12.

Sister Robert Anne's Cabaret Class Christine Mild stars in this "one nun tour-de-force" from 'Nunsense' creator Dan Goggin. Closes 12/29. Society Hill Playhouse, 507 S. 8th St.; Reservations required: 215-923-0210. $35.

Sophie Tucker: Last of the Red Hot Mamas Concert of '20s-style music & comedy featuring 'America's queen of the double entendre.' Closes 12/29. Walnut Street Theatre - Independence Studio on 3, 825 Walnut St.; 215-574-3550. $35-$45.

Stick Fly A raucous of-the-moment portrait of an affluent African American family. Closes 12/22. Arden Theatre, 40 N. 2nd St.; 215-922-1122. $36-$48.

The Latin Quarter Latin-themed variety show featuring flamenco & ballroom dancers, comedy & more. Closes 12/1. Revel, 500 Boardwalk, Atlantic City. $25.

The Mousetrap Murder mystery/thriller by Agatha Christie. Closes 12/15. Stagecrafters Theater, 8130 Germantown Ave.; 215-247-9913. $17 advance; $20 day of show.

The Story of My Life Touching musical about the lifelong relationship between 2 close friends. Closes 12/22. Delaware Theatre Company, 200 Water St., Wilmington; Box Office: 302-594-1100. $35-$49.

The Wizard of Oz Musical based on the book & film. Closes 12/15. Delaware Children's Theatre, 1014 Delaware Ave., Wilmington; Box Office: 302-655-1014. $13 advance; $15 day of show.

West Side Story: National Tour Sondheim & Bernstein's musical about a romance between a boy & girl from rival gangs. The DuPont Theatre, 1007 N. Market St., Wilmington; 800-338-0881. www.westsidestoryontour.com. $20-$85.

You Say Tomato, I Say Shut Up! Theatrical adaptation of writer/actor couple Annabelle Gurwitch & Jeff Kahn's memoir about their relationship. Closes 12/29. Independence Seaport Museum - Penn's Landing Playhouse, 211 S. Columbus Blvd.; 855-448-7469. www.tomatoplay.com. $35-$60.

Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol

Hourlong adaptation of the Dickens tale, featuring a mix of original & traditional tunes. Closes 12/22. Walnut Street Theatre, 825 Walnut St.; 215-574-3550. $10-$16.

Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol 1-actor interpretation of the tale. Closes 12/22. Media Theatre for the Performing Arts, 104 E. State St., Media; 610-891-0100. $12; $10 children.

Disney Junior Live: Pirate & Princess Adventure Characters from the shows come to life on stage. Closes 12/1. Sun National Bank Center, 550 S. Broad St., Trenton; 800-298-4200. www.disneyjuniorlive.com. $20-$85.

Disney's Beauty & the Beast: National Tour Stage adaptation of the animated musical. Closes 12/1. Academy of Music, Broad & Locust Sts.; Box Office: 215-893-1999. www.beautyandthebeastontour.com. $20-$115.50.

Philadelphia Dance Theatre: A Philadelphia Nutcracker A production created to capture the historic community & neighborhood. William Penn Charter School - Kurtz Center for the Performing Arts, 3000 W. School House Ln. $25; $20 seniors, students and children under 12.

A Christmas Story

Based on the film. Closes 12/14. The Grand Theatre, 405 S. Main St., Williamstown; 856-728-2120. $22-$25.

Brigadoon Play about American tourists in Scotland. Closes 12/11. Newtown Theatre, 120 N. State St., Newtown; 215-968-3859. $20-$23.

The Game's Afoot An actor known for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes sets out to discover who killed a guest at his estate. Closes 12/14. Off-Broad Street Theatre, 5 S. Greenwood Ave., Hopewell, NJ; reservations required: 609-466-2766.

The Wizard of Oz All of your favorite songs & characters from the MGM movie will be on stage in this story. Closes 12/21. Haddonfield Plays & Players, 957 E. Atlantic Ave., Haddonfield; 856-429-8139. $20.

Murder in Twelve Steps

The eccentric members of a behavior addiction support group become suspects in a murder. Ongoing. Bistro Romano, 120 Lombard St.; Mystery Dinner Theatre Box Office: 215-238-1313. $45.95.

PCMS Concert: Curtis Opera Theatre

Concert of works by Faure, Rorem & Schubert/Schumann featuring performers from the Curtis Institute of Music. Kimmel Center, Broad & Spruce Sts.; 215-569-8080.

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. $24. 12/4. 8 pm.

Philadelphia Orchestra: Grimaud & Symphonie Fantastique Works by Brahms & Berlioz, w/Yannick Nezet-Seguin conducting & Helene Grimaud featured on piano. Kimmel Center, Broad & Spruce Sts.; 215-893-1999. www.philorch.org. $78-$190. 12/5.

Philadelphia Orchestra: Vivaldi's 'Four Seasons' Works by Vivaldi, Purcell & Haydn, w/Richard Egarr conducting & Giuliano Carmignola featured on violin. Kimmel Center, Broad & Spruce Sts.; 215-893-1999. www.philorch.org. $46-$150. 11/29, 11/30, 12/1.

Princeton University Orchestra: Michael Pratt, Conductor Works by Anthony D.J. Branker, David Sanford, Beethoven & Dvorak, w/the Princeton University Jazz Ensemble. Princeton University - Richardson Auditorium, Nassau St. & University Pl., Princeton; 609-258-9220. $15; $5 students. 12/5.

TCNJ Orchestra Student concert. Mildred & Ernest E. Mayo Concert Hall, 2000 Pennington Rd, Ewing. $5-$15. 12/5. 8-10 pm.

Annual Carol Nights - A Journey to Christmas

The Voices of Gwynedd presents. The 21-year tradition will feature carol arrangements along with tunes from a variety of musical styles. Gwynedd Mercy Academy, 1345 Sumneytown Pike, Gwynedd Valley. Free. 12/4.

Greater Philadelphia Chorale Rehearsals Mixed-voice chorus who perform classical & contemporary pieces at venues throughout the region. St. Jerome Parish, 8100 Colfax St.; 215-313-5363. gpchorale.com. 12/3.

Philadelphia Gay Men's Chorus The premier LGBT arts organization in the area. Prince Music Theater, 1412 Chestnut St.; 215-893-1999. www.pgmc.org. $30-$55. 12/5.

Prelude to the Holidays Selected motets, Hanukkah & Christmas music & audience sing-along for carols & the Hallelujah Chorus. Church of the Open Door, 1260 Fort Washington Ave., Fort Washington; 215-431-6462. www.amblerchoralsociety.org/. $15; $5 children 12 and under. 12/1. 3-5 pm.

Rutgers-Camden Choir Rutgers University, Camden, 303 Cooper St., Camden. Free. 12/4. 12:15 pm.

Shades of Harmony Women's barbershop chorus. The Free Public Library of Monroe Township, 713 Marsha Ave., Williamstown; registration required: 856-629-1212. www.shadesofharmony.org. Free. 12/2. 7 pm.

Shades of Harmony: Open Rehearsals All women are invited to join the nonprofit 4-part a cappella chorus for the holiday season. George Ruch Building, 14th St., Williamstown. Free. 12/2.

Singing Circle for People Impacted by Cancer Join other singers led by composer, performer & educator Julia Haines. No talent is necessary - just a willingness to have fun. Cancer Support Community of Philadelphia (formerly the Wellness Community of Philadelphia), 4100 Chamounix Dr.; 215-879-7733. Free. 12/3.

The Comcast Holiday Spectacular 18-minute film of original imagery, music & more, shown on the Comcast Experience video wall. Comcast Center, 1701 John F. Kennedy Blvd.; 215-735-6760. Free. Through 1/1/.

Tiferet Bet Israel Junior Choir Music & Lighting of Hanukkah candles. Montgomery Mall, 230 Montgomery Mall, North Wales. Free. 12/3. 7:30 pm.

Touch of Classics: La Boheme Puccini opera. High Note Cafe, 1549 S. 13th St.; 215-755-8903. www.touchofclassics.com. $45. 12/4. 6:30 pm.

American Repertory Ballet: The Nutcracker

Retelling of the holiday favorite. Princeton University - McCarter Theatre, 91 University Pl., Princeton; 609-258-2787.

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. $20-$60. 11/29-30.

Belly Dancing Students can study with belly dancers in Najia's studio as well as perform. Sangha Space, 116 W Baltimore Ave., Media. $100. 12/2.

Brian Sanders' Junk Ensemble known for its use of found objects & inventions that bridge the gap between dance & physical theater. Annenberg Center - Harold Prince Theatre, 3680 Walnut St.; 215-898-6701. $20-$40. 12/4, 12/5.

Cardio Pop Dance your way to health and fitness. Nest Philadelphia, 1301 Locust St. $10. 12/2.

ChoreoProject 35 Recital featuring work from promising young choreographers & new pieces by established guest artists. Stockton Performing Arts Center, 101 Vera King Farris Dr, Absecon; 609-652-9000. $10; $8 students and seniors. 12/5.

Kulu Mele Music & dance from Africa. Painted Bride Art Center, 230 Vine St.; 215-925-9914. $20, $12 children advance; $25, $15 children day of show. 11/30, 12/1.

NIA: The Joy of Movement for People Impacted by Cancer Dance, martial arts & healing arts combine in NIA. Cancer Support Community of Philadelphia (formerly the Wellness Community of Philadelphia), 4100 Chamounix Dr.; Reservations required: 215-879-7733. Free. 12/3.

Past the Gravy - After Thanksgiving Dance Party Starts off with a fox trot lesson taught by Carlos Maldonado at 8 pm; from 9 until 11, open dancing. Carousel Ballroom, 319 Westtown Rd., West Chester; dance@carouselballroom.com. $12. 11/30. 8 pm.

Roxey Ballet: The Nutcracker 19th annual tradition. The College of New Jersey - Center for the Arts, 2000 Pennington Rd., Ewing. www.roxeyballet.com. $15-$50. 11/30, 12/1, 12/2.

Eddie Bruce

Cabaret musician with over 25 years experience. SugarHouse Casino, 1001 N. Delaware Ave. Free.

Larry McKenna's New Voices Cabaret This cabaret in the Red Room will feature Philadelphia & New York performers. Society Hill Playhouse, 507 S. 8th St.; Reservations required: 215-923-0210. $15.