Runtime

The runtime of this play is: Approximately 75 minutes, including a brief intermission

Age Recommendation

The age recommendation of this play is: Recommended for families with young people ages 3-12 and theater lovers of all ages

Location

The location of this play is: Todd Wehr Theater, Marcus Performing Arts Center

RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER™: THE MUSICAL This play runs on November 29 – December 29, 2024

Based on the animated television special “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” and the stage production directed and conceived by Jeff Frank and First Stage.

Directed by Jeff Frank

Come home for the holidays as the most famous reindeer of all soars off the screen and returns to First Stage this season. Celebrating 60 years on television, join Rudolph and friends as they come to life on stage in an adventure that teaches us that what makes you different can be what makes you special. Acclaimed as “...packed full of holiday magic and family fun” by the
Shepherd Express, don’t miss this wonderful holiday tradition that speaks to the misfit in all of us.

… Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer the Musical is a wholly enchanting experience—the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season with kids of all ages.” — Kelsey Lawler, Broadway World

Director Jeff Frank and his creative team make the staging magical with the flawless attention to every single detail.” — Harry Cherkanian, Shepherd Express

… a remarkable feat of stagecraft, from the elves' pointy hats to the 10-feet tall Bumble …” — Jim Higgins, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

This is the magic of First Stage, it engages the young audience in a big way but it entertains the entire family.” — Ed Heinzelman, An Intuitive Perspective


“Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” animated television special adapted from a story by Robert L. May and the song by Johnny Marks, music and lyrics by Johnny Marks. All elements © and ™ under license to Character Arts, LLC.


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Show Times

Friday, November 29 - 1:00 PM
Silver Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Friday, November 29 - 3:30 PM
Silver Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Saturday, November 30 - 1:00 PM
Gold Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Saturday, November 30 - 3:30 PM
Gold Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Sunday, December 01 - 1:00 PM
Silver Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Sunday, December 01 - 3:30 PM
Silver Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Saturday, December 07 - 1:00 PM
Silver Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Saturday, December 07 - 3:30 PM
Silver Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Sunday, December 08 - 1:00 PM
Gold Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Friday, December 13 - 7:00 PM
Gold Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Saturday, December 14 - 1:00 PM
Gold Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Sensory Friendly: Saturday, December 14 - 3:30 PM
Gold Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Grandparent Brunch Event: Sunday, December 15 - 1:00 PM
Silver Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Sunday, December 15 - 3:30 PM
Silver Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Thursday, December 19 - 3:30 PM
Silver Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Thursday, December 19 - 7:00 PM
Gold Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Friday, December 20 - 3:30 PM
Gold Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Friday, December 20 - 7:00 PM
Silver Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Saturday, December 21 - 1:00 PM
Silver Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Saturday, December 21 - 3:30 PM
Silver Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Saturday, December 21 - 7:00 PM
Gold Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Sunday, December 22 - 1:00 PM
Gold Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Sign Language Interpreted: Sunday, December 22 - 3:30 PM
Gold Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Tuesday, December 24 - 1:00 PM
Silver Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Thursday, December 26 - 1:00 PM
Gold Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Thursday, December 26 - 3:30 PM
Gold Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Friday, December 27 - 1:00 PM
Silver Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Friday, December 27 - 3:30 PM
Silver Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Saturday, December 28 - 1:00 PM
Gold Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Saturday, December 28 - 3:30 PM
Gold Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Sunday, December 29 - 1:00 PM
Silver Cast | Todd Wehr Theater
Sunday, December 29 - 3:30 PM
Silver Cast | Todd Wehr Theater

Cast and Creative Team

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Pay What You Choose Performance
Friday, December 6 at 7 PM

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Sensory Friendly Performance
Saturday, December 14 at 3:30 PM

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Grandparent Holiday Brunch
Sunday, December 15 at 11AM

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Sign Language Interpreted Performance
Sunday, December 22 at 3:30 PM

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Tech Talk with First Stage Properties Master Nikki Kulas
Sunday, December 15 following the 3:30PM performance

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