A Christmas Story
Humorist Jean Shepherd's memoir follows nine-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to receive a genuine Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas. Audiences see all the iconic scenes from the classic film brought to life on stage, from the temperamental exploding furnace and the leg lamp to Ralphie's encounter with Santa Claus at Higbee's Department Store.
Dec 4 – Dec 13, 2026
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
General Admission: $15.00 + $1.46 fee.
Hours
Fridays and Saturdays 8:00 PM EST; Sundays 3:00 PM EST.
Accessibility
Wheelchair seating and assisted listening devices are available, and service animals are welcome.
Pets
Service animals are welcome.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Contact the theatre at least four hours before your performance if you need to request a cancellation, refund or exchange.
- If buying at least 10 tickets online, enter the GROUP coupon code to receive the group discount.
- Choose the performance you want carefully, since each general-admission ticket is for one specific performance.
- Ask about wheelchair seating or assisted listening devices if you need either option for the show.
Special Events & Promotions
- Online purchases of 10 or more show tickets qualify for a discount with coupon code GROUP.
- Season Flex Tickets are available and can be used for remaining shows in the 2026–2027 season.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the play about?
It follows nine-year-old Ralphie Parker as he tries to persuade his family, teacher and Santa that he should get a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas.
What scenes and characters feature in the production?
The play includes the exploding furnace, school bully Scut Farkas, the frozen-lamppost episode, the Little Orphan Annie decoder pin and the leg-shaped lamp.
Is this a general-admission performance?
Yes. A general-admission ticket is for one of the listed performances.
Can I request a ticket exchange or refund?
Contact the theatre at least four hours before the performance to request a cancellation, refund or exchange. Exchanges depend on availability.
Is there a discount for group bookings?
For online purchases of 10 or more show tickets, use the GROUP coupon code for a ticket discount.
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