Illustration of a holiday show scene (Safe Haven Ballet presents How the Grinch Stole Christmas)
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Safe Haven Ballet presents How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Choreographed by Miranda Bailey, this ballet tells the story of a lonely creature who tries to cancel Christmas by stealing Whoville's gifts and decorations on Christmas Eve. The production is set to classical and contemporary holiday music and includes narration to help audiences follow along. Attendees also experience an interactive lecture demonstration exploring dance styles, dance history, stagecraft, and theater etiquette.

What to Expect

Interactive holiday ballet production choreographed by Miranda Bailey.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Downtown Concord

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Safe Haven Ballet

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young audience members

Vibe

Whimsical and educational

Energy Level

Low

Budget

$$$

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

None

Location

Swope Theater
44 South Main Street, Concord NH
Concord, NH
03301

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: $40-$50. – Get tickets
  • Hours: Doors 3:00 PM; show time 4:00 PM.

Tips & Advice

  • Doors open at 3 PM for the 4 PM show, so arrive after doors open to give your party time to get settled.
  • Use the included narration to help children follow the Christmas Eve story as the Grinch tries to take Whoville's gifts and decorations.
  • Prepare young viewers for a learning element as well as a show; the lecture demonstration covers dance history, stagecraft, and theater etiquette.
  • Discuss audience manners with children beforehand, since theater etiquette and respect for others are part of the educational demonstration.
  • Encourage children to listen and watch closely; the program aims to build attention stamina for auditory and visual performances.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the performance designed for?

The interactive experience is described as being for audience members of all ages.

What is the story of the ballet?

A lonely creature tries to cancel Christmas by stealing gifts and decorations from Whoville.

What can audiences expect besides the ballet performance?

There is a lecture demonstration about dance forms and their history, stagecraft, and theater etiquette.

How will audiences follow the story?

Narration accompanies the performance, which is set to classical and contemporary holiday music.

Who choreographed the production?

Miranda Bailey choreographed the ballet.

Tags

balletholidayfamily friendlychildrens activitiestheaterlive entertainmentseasonal activitiesholiday seasonThe Nutcracker

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Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team