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Theatre to present holiday musical

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The holiday show “Kris Kringle The Musical” will open at 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 9 at the Center Theatre. Direct from New York City’s theater district comes this all-new, original holiday musical comedy. “Kris Kringle The Musical” made its New York City debut in November,2017 at The Town Hall and featured an all-star Broadway cast. It is a timeless story of hope, forgiveness and finding a family in the most unlikely of places. This magical holiday musical will resonate with audiences of all ages.

The Slightly Off-Center Players community theater group production will run for two weekends from Dec. 9 through Dec. 17, just in time to get people in the holiday spirit.

“We’ve traditionally done a holiday show in December,” said Patrick Myers, the Center Theatre’s executive director. “It’s a time when families enjoy coming out together to share a fun holiday experience. Our cast of local actors has been working hard since October and we’re all looking forward to seeing it come to life.” 

Photo courtesy of Patrick Myers
KRIS KRINGLE THE MUSICAL — Actors from the Slightly Off-Center Players community theater group rehearse for opening night of “Kris Kringle The Musical,” coming up at 7 p.m. on Dec. 9 at the Center Theatre in Dover-Foxcroft.

Myers said that they are also hosting two shows mid-week for local school kids.

“We’re always thrilled to bring school kids into the Center Theatre to see live shows. We’re grateful for the support of RSU 68 and a Ticket to Ride grant from the Maine Arts Commission for making it possible.” 

Myers said that the theater was also grateful for the support of other production sponsors who made the show possible, including Northern Light Mayo Hospital, The Mill Cafe, and Breault Construction.

Tickets for the performance are $14 in advance, $16 at the door, $12 for Center Theatre members and $6 for children 12 and under. To purchase tickets, visit www.centertheatre.org, call 207-564-8943 or visit the box office, 20 East Main Street Dover-Foxcroft between noon and 7 p.m. The Center Theatre is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization with a mission to make arts, education, and entertainment accessible to our rural communities to engage and inspire.

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