Come celebrate Rudolph's 50 years on television and come see all of your favorite characters from the special including, Santa and Mrs. Claus, Hermey the Elf, Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster, Clarice, Yukon Cornelius, the Misfit Toys and, of course, Rudolph, as they come to life in the all new RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER: THE MUSICAL on Friday and December 26, 2014 at 7pm, Saturday December 27th at 2pm and 7pm in Prudential Hall.
Fifty years after the beloved stop-motion animated television classic Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer made its network television debut, the longest running and highest rated television special comes to life, live on stage with Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical (www.rudolphthemusical.com). Just in time for the annual CBS broadcast airing December 9, the tour visits 25 North American cities through December 27. The world's most famous reindeer and his holly jolly cast of iconic characters including Hermey the Elf, Yukon Cornelius and the Abominable Snow Monster star in a musical so faithful to the original show that it practically transports audience members into the television special.
"Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical is a new tradition for families and theatregoers of all ages," says Producing Partner Jonathan Flom. "Audience feedback has been overwhelmingly positive thanks to our creative team and the incredibly talented cast lead by Lexy Baeza starring as Rudolph. Lexy won the role not only because of her experience and talent, but because she was able to emulate Rudolph's voice better than anyone else," says Flom.
The story tells the tale of a young Rudolph who, because of the appearance of his bright, shining nose, is ousted from the Reindeer Games in Christmas-town. He flees town, meets up with new friends Hermey and Yukon, and a series of funny and endearing adventures ensue including a visit to The Island of Misfit Toys. Rudolph journeys home, where a snowstorm of epic proportions is threatening Christmas. Can Rudolph save his family and friends and help Santa save the holiday?
This year, PACER's National Bullying Prevention Center is encouraging parents to use the relatable story of Rudolph to address the issue of bullying with their children. Flom says, "Just like Rudolph, each of us shines bright in our own way. If we can embrace things that make us different, the world will be a brighter place." To help guide a discussion before or after watching Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical, parents and educators can access resources that use the story as a platform for teaching important lessons by visiting http://PACER.org/ShineBright.The touring version of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical is directed by Dana Solimando and produced by Michael Cohl & S2BN's Alison Spiriti and Justin Sudds.
Tickets range from $29.50 to $39.50 and are available at NJPAC.org or by calling 888.GO.NJPAC (888.466.5722).
New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), located in downtown Newark, New Jersey, is among the largest performing arts centers in the United States and is the artistic, cultural, educational and civic center of New Jersey -- where great performances and events enhance and transform lives every day. As New Jersey's Town Square, NJPAC brings diverse communities together, providing access to all and showcasing the State's and the world's best artists while acting as a leading catalyst in the revitalization of its home city. Through its extensive Arts Education programs, NJPAC is shaping the next generation of artists and arts enthusiasts. NJPAC has attracted over eight million visitors (including more than one million children) since opening its doors in 1997, and nurtures meaningful and lasting relationships with each of its constituents. Visit www.njpac.org or call 888.GO.NJPAC for more information.
