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Tuesday, November 20, 2012

RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER BRINGS SANTA’S SLEIGH TO THE GROWING STAGE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

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The Growing Stage
The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey
Celebrating 31 Seasons of Creating Memories

RUDOLPH, THE RED-NOSED REINDEER
Adapted by Robert Penola from the popular 1964 television special
Music and lyrics by Johnny Marks
Directed by Stephen L. Fredericks
Musical direction by Laura Petrie
Choreography by Jillian Petrie

WHEN: November 23 to December 23 with performances Fridays at 7:30 PM, Saturdays and Sundays at 4:00 PM. Opening Night, Friday November 23, marks a special “Alumni Night,” inviting artists, young and old from the past 31 years to celebrate with the company. Also on November 23, we will continue our partnership with the U.S. Marine Corps and collect unwrapped toys for their “Toys for Tots” drive, which will aid in providing gifts for children affected by Hurricane Sandy.
WHERE:
Historic Palace Theatre on Route 183 in Netcong, New Jersey
TICKETS: FUN-tastic Fridays with all tickets $15! Saturday and Sunday tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for children and seniors.
To place your reservation, please contact the Growing Stage Box Office at 973.347.4946 or e-mail at boxoffice@growingstage.com 
Group rates and Birthday Party packages are available.

This stage presentation tells the timeless story of a true misfit who transforms into a beloved hero. Set in a magical, holiday world in and around the North Pole, and populated by endearing characters—from a talking snowman to flying reindeer—the production will feature Johnny Marks well-known Christmas songs and the enduring Christmas spirit of the television special which has been seen by over one billion people since 1964.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer features the talents of 6 professional performers in the cast. The performers are Becky Nitka in the title role of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer; P.J. Schweizer as Hermey the Elf; William Ward as Sam the Snowman; bas Yukon Cornelius; Steve Fredericks and Jenna Morris as Mr. & Mrs. Claus. Rounding out the cast are 27 community artists of all ages who are sharing their talents to make this a very special holiday treat for the entire family.