Emmet Otter's Jug Band Christmas

I’m trying to go Sunday. Right now, doesn’t look like I’ll make it (waiting list for the bus) so I’ll just buy the digital copy and watch later in the week instead.

kdogg36 said: "I haven't seen anyone post about this holiday production at the New Victory Theater. My friend and I saw it on Sunday morning and loved it. I've been a fan of the TV special since I was very young, so I expected to like the stage show, but I am glad to report that I was delighted beyond all expectations. It does not stray very far from the original, but the performances are great and there are some very creative additions.

I wrote a fuller (gushing) review this morning on my friend's blog - you can view it here.

Is anyone else planning on seeing this?"

Is it done with muppets or actual actors?

Wish I could see it in person. Heard it's great. Not sure whether I should watch it on screen, might take away some of its power.
Best,

Mark Schweiz

DearTheodosia said: "Thinking of getting tickets in the balcony. Is it a small theater?"

It is. It's like a miniature version of one of the older Broadway theaters.

Masks required. Vaccination proof required. And one of the only venues (perhaps THE only venue??) with distanced seating.

I saw this today and it was so heartwarming, charming, funny, and well-executed. This was the perfect show to see on Christmas Eve (the climactic event happens on Christmas Eve). The show lovingly pays tribute to the special it’s based on but makes it work perfectly as a stage show for all ages. The mix of live actors and puppets is so clever. Case Morgan as Ma Otter is perfect casting. I think I laughed or had a smile on my face the entire time. If you have a chance to catch this production, you are in for a treat.

At today’s performance (and last night’s, I believe), there was an understudy who covered two roles in a split track. I have no idea how they made it work especially considering the puppetry, but if they hadn’t announced there was a swing on in a split track, I wouldn’t have known at all. Bravo, Jason Jacoby!