Set in 1940s Indiana, “A Christmas Story” follows young Ralphie Parker as he schemes his way toward the ultimate holiday gift: an official Red Ryder Carbine-Action 200-Shot Range Model Air Rifle. Along the way, Ralphie encounters an infamous leg lamp, an outrageous set of pink bunny pajamas, a maniacal department store Santa and the notorious triple-dog-dare to lick a freezing flagpole. These hilarious moments–and Ralphie’s unwavering Christmas wish–promise to delight audiences of all ages.

Directed by Zack Steele, the production boasts an exceptional creative team, including Ericka Conklin (Production Stage Manager and Costume/Lighting Designer), Alivia Cross (Scenic Design), V.C. Deener (Props Design) and Sean McGinley (Sound Design). Kaidyn Rogers supports the production as Assistant Stage Manager and Sound Engineer.

The talented cast brings Ralphie Parker’s whimsical world to life, with Toby Tropper as Ralph, Lora Margerum as Mother, Jackson Pavlik as The Old Man and Seth Geyer as Ralphie. Ethan Adgate plays Randy, Claire Bowman portrays Miss Shields and Thomas Geyer takes on the role of Flick. The ensemble features two rotating casts of young actors. Cast A includes Claire Walker, Kat Farrall, Lexie Bowman, Connor Kleckner, Michael Ford and Sawyer Hanna. Cast B features Andrew Wolfe, Amelya Sox, Lillian Klugh, Sierra Kolk, Andrew Kocher and Kenzi Boyle.

Performance Schedule & Venue

PHOTO PROVIDED/DAVID LEIDHOLDT From left are Andrew Kocher, Thomas Geyer, Andrew Wolfe, Ethan Adgate, Seth Geyer, Sierra Kolk, Amelya Sox, Lillian Klugh and Kenzi Boyle.

Performances will take place on the Ryan Main Stage. Evening shows run Dec. 5-7 and 11-14 at 7:30 p.m., and matinees on Dec. 8, 14, and 15 at 2 p.m.

Ticket

Information

Tickets are $30 for adults, $25.50 for seniors and veterans, $20 for students (13-college) and $13.75 for youth (12 and under). Group discounts are available for parties of 15 or more. Tickets can be purchased online at www.millbrookplayhouse.org, by calling 570-748-8083, or at the box office (open one hour before each performance). A $2 convenience fee applies for online purchases. Exchanges for individual tickets are subject to a $5 fee.

Special

PHOTO PROVIDED/DAVID LEIDHOLDT From left are Lora Margerum as Mother, Jackson Pavlik as The Old Man, Seth Geyer as Ralphie, Toby Tropper as Ralph, seated Ethan Adgate as Randy.

Amenities

Guests aged 21 and up can enjoy pre-show drinks at the Stage Right Bar, and group ticket packages make this production an ideal outing for families, friends or office celebrations.

The show runs approximately one hour and thirty minutes, with a 15-minute intermission. It is recommended for ages eight and older.

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PHOTO PROVIDED/DAVID LEIDHOLDT From left are Claire Bowman as Miss Shields, Sawyer Hanna, Michael Ford, Lexie Bowman, Connor Kleckner, Claire Walker, Thomas Geyer, Kat Farrall and Seth Geyer.

Celebrate the magic of the season with A Christmas Story! Gather your loved ones to laugh, reminisce and experience the heartwarming joy of this holiday classic on stage.