Nov 15 - Dec 31
Derby Dinner Playhouse
525 Marriott Drive
Clarksville
6:00 PM
(812) 288-8281
://www.derbydinner.com
The Honky Tonk Angels hit the stage once again bringing with them a line-up of great music and comic relief for the holiday season. This regional premiere continues the comic escapades of three country gals as they re-unite for a Christmas show like none other at The Hillbilly Heaven Club in Nashville. There are many surprising twists and turns in this musical comedy revue, including a gospel soul sister who also happens to be a psychic manicurist.
“Christmas at the Galt”
Nov 26 - Dec 11
The Galt House
1-800-THE-GALT
://www.GaltHotel.com
Award-winning, live holiday musical featuring a spectacular Broadway-style performance. “Christmas at the Galt” is an original musical show based on famed author Charles Dickens’ visit to the Galt House one year before publishing “A Christmas Carol” and features music from the 1930s and ‘40s.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
adapted by Barbara Field
from Charles Dickens
Nov 25 - Dec 23
Actors Theater
316 West Main Street
Louisville, Ky
://www.actorstheatre.org/
30th Anniversary
See it again for the very first time. A rich, new adaptation of the Charles Dickens' yuletide classic brimming with new sets and costumes. Still Louisville's #1 family holiday tradition.
The Louisville Chorus: Season Shining Bright
December 3 and 10
This vocal ensemble presents their 10th annual Christmas concert featuring classic carols and including "Angels We Have Heard On High" and "Ave Maria."$8-$18. Dec. 3, 4 p.m., St. Mary's Catholic Church, 415 E. Eight St., New Albany, IN. Dec. 10, 8 p.m., Cathedral of the Assumption, 443 S. Fourth St.
968-6300
www.fastzone.com/chorus
Louisville Dulcimer Society
December 7
1 p.m. Locust Grove
561 Blankenbaker Lane
897-9845
www.locustgrove.org
This musical ensemble is dedicated to traditional acoustic folk music. Join them for their annual holiday concert to kick off the season in song at historic Locust Grove. Includes coffee and dessert preceding the event. $5.
Voices of Kentuckiana: I Still Believe
December 9-10
8 p.m.
The Clifton Center
2117 Payne St.
583-1013
www.voicesky.org
This community choir's holiday concert celebrates the season with both secular and religious music. Selections include traditional Christmas spirituals and hymns as well as Hanukkah songs. The concernt also includes medleys from Polar Express and Santa Songs - and for those concert-goers caught in the holiday spirit, an audience sing-along. $15.
Holiday Candlelight Tours
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Locust Grove
561 Blankenbaker Lane
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
897-9845
://www.locustgrove.org
A celebration reminiscent of the year 1820 comes alive under the warm glow of candles. The house shines warmly as the illustrious Clark and Croghan families greet their guests. Mantels and stairs are draped with fresh greens and fruits of all varieties. Out in the kitchen, the cook directs the preparation of the desserts for the houseguests and offers samples, while carpenters in the woodshop finish repairs to farm tools.
Whodunnit's "The Nutcracker-Sweet Murders!"
December 10
Masterson's
3801 South 3rd Street
Louisville KY
7:00 PM
502-426-7100
://www.whodunnitky.com
On Christmas Eve at the Sundae Valley Ski Resort, the feuding Nutcracker and Sweet families gather for a holiday feast – but murder and mayhem await, as the guest of honor turns up dead. Everyone has a motive, but whodunnit?
Indiana University Southeast: Holiday Pops Spectacular
December 10-11
Richard K. Stern Concert Hall
The Ogle Center
4201 Grant Line Road
New Albany
ius.edu/music
ticketmaster 361-3100 or www.ticketmaster.com
Features the combined talents of IUS orchestra, concert band and concert choir. The family friendly event (the show includes a sing-along) features traditional Christmas carols.
Pancakes, Paws & Santa Claus
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Louisville Zoo
1100 Trevilian Way
9:00 AM
459-2181
://www.louisvillezoo.org
Join Santa Claus and his elves at the Louisville Zoo for this years Pancakes, Paws and Santa Claus. Families will create memories as they sing carols with Santas elves, make a craft and enjoy delicious pancakes. Top the day off with visits from real Zoo animals like Mistletoe our resident reindeer. Ticket prices also include a digital photo of your child with Santa and all-day Zoo admission. Choose from two fabulous locations.
Louisville Ballets The Nutcracker
Dececember 11
Whitney Hall
501 W. Main St.
1:30 PM
584-7777
A long-standing holiday tradition, this poem to childhood tells the enchanting tale of a young girl and her magical Christmas. Join Clara and her Nutcracker Prince as they set out on a wonder-filled journey to battle the Rat King and travel through the Land of Snow and the Kingdom of Sweets to meet the Sugar Plum Fairy. Besides being a perennial family favorite, The Nutcracker showcases the classical tradition of the Louisville Ballet.
Holiday Pops Spectacular
December 11
Richard K. Stem Concert Hall, IUS
4201 Grant Line Rd.
3:00 PM
(812) 941-2333
://oglecenter.ius.edu/
Seasonal favorites performed by the IU Southeast Orchestra, Concert Band and Concert Choir.
Thomas Edison House Candlelight Tour of Historic Butchertown
December 11
Thomas Edison House & Butchertown
3:00 PM
585-5247
Enjoy a festive holiday tour of homes and shops in Louisville's historic Butchertown neighborhood. The tour begins at the Thomas Edison House where guests will delight in holiday music, wassail punch and cookies. A trolley will travel between sites.
Louisville Bach Society: Handel's Messiah
December 16
7:30 p.m.
St. Patrick's Catholic Church
1000 North Beckly Station Road
585-2224
www.louisvillebachsociety.org
Founded in 1964, the society has been performing this oratorio annually for almost 20 years. Most listeners know the work best for the signature "Hallelujah Chorus." $16.
Windham Hill's Winter Solstice
December 16
8 p.m.
Bomhard Theater at the Kentucky Center
501 W. Main Street
584-7777
www.kentuckycenter.org
As part of the Lonesome Pine Specials series, this show captures the feel of the winter season for listeners. The show crosses musical genres with performances by jazz, bluegrass and pop musicians. Performers include mandolin/guitar/fiddle virtuoso Mike Marshall, fiddler Darol Anger and soulful pop duo Tuck and Patti. $31-$40.
Clara's Tea Party
December 17
Whitney Hall
501 W. Main St.
11:00 AM
584-7777
Join Clara, The Nutcracker and a mouse or two for a delicious brunch buffet catered by Jarfi's Bistro and Catering. At each party, you can expect a visit by The Nutcracker children's cast, a photo opportunity with Clara and The Nutcracker and a special gift for each child attending.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
December 17
The Kentucky Center, Bomhard Theater
501 W. Main
Louisville KY
2:00 PM
://ww2.kentuckycenter.org
Celebrate the season with a family Christmas classic, a real holiday tradition! Everyone will love the return of The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. The Herdmans are the worst kids in the whole history of the world. They lie, they steal, they smoke cigars… every kid in town knows to stay clear of the mischievous siblings, but this year the Herdmans are determined to take part in the annual Christmas pageant.
