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With one week of performances under their belt, our cast is presenting a terrific, high-quality Christmas Show that guests are raving about. We’re thrilled to know that they’re thoroughly enjoying the music, singing, dancing, costumes and staging. Here is a sampling of the types of comments we’re hearing from guests who’ve seen the show:
— “The singers and dancers were top notch. We would not be able to find a higher standard of entertainment at any other establishment!”
— “It was delightful. We loved it.”
— “Everything was wonderful — not a dull moment at all. Beats NY shows any time!”
— “Can’t wait to see it again!”
In addition to enjoying an exceptional show, guests are being treated to gorgeous decorations as they enter our lobby. Three magnificent Christmas trees in shades of blue, lavender, silver and white are true highlights on the lobby balconies, while giant snowflakes and fluffy white snow can be seen everywhere.
If you’re ready for a true Christmas experience, make sure you attend The 2011 Christmas Show. As one guest put it — “Just a really great show that puts you in the Christmas spirit!” We couldn’t have said it better ourselves.
If you’d like to check on show times, ticket prices, and seating availability, click here.
With less than a week before the curtain rises, we decided to take a balcony seat and check out the sights and sounds going on inside the Theatre.
We found out that today is a very important day — it’s the first “Technical Rehearsal” for The 2011 Christmas Show. Up to now, all the elements of the show have been worked on individually, and today is the first time that “all the pieces of the puzzle” will be put together. So, at this rehearsal, the lights, costumes, sound, sets, music and performers will all be incorporated to create the full show.
In addition to putting all these elements together, this is also considered a “Stop and Go” rehearsal, where the show will start from the beginning, but each time something needs to be moved, tweaked, or adjusted, everyone stops and holds their position until the adjustment is made. Once corrected, the rehearsal continues on.
Just before the rehearsal formally begins, we find that the orchestra is on stage warming up, the singers and dancers are in costume and in their positions waiting for their cues, and the crews are busy securing sets, checking sound levels, testing lights and making sure props and stairways are sturdy and safe.
Overseeing this entire production is Artistic Director, Andrea McCormick, making sure that every aspect of her vision for the show is carried out. From what we’ve seen, we’re sure that Andrea and her cast and crew are creating a show that guests of all ages will love.
We may not have a show on stage at the moment, but there is a lot of activity in the house and you can feel the excitement in the air!
The singers, dancers, and orchestra all arrived this week and rehearsals have begun for the all-new 2011 Christmas Show — “Winter Wonderland!”
The design, lighting and construction teams are also here, working on the stage to create a brand new snow-inspired set, while the gift shop staff is busy stocking shelves with wonderful, new merchandise.
Andrea McCormick, AMT’s Artistic Director, said that “our cast is ready to present some of the very best holiday music and dancing. My hope is that audiences will relive some of their favorite Christmas memories and also create a few new ones.” Andrea shared that “O Holy Night,” “Carol of the Bells,” “Santa Claus is Coming to Town,” “Do You Hear What I Hear,” “Mary, Did You Know,” and of course, “Winter Wonderland,” are just a few of the favorite seasonal songs included in the show.
Purchasing tickets to The 2011 Christmas Show is super easy — just call our friendly Box Office staff at 800-648-4102 between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., or click here to purchase online any time of the day or night.
It’s hard to believe, but in just a few short weeks the curtain will rise on The 2011 Christmas Show — “Winter Wonderland.”
Andrea McCormick (AMT’s Artistic Director) and her staff have been working hard all summer to create an all-new Christmas show that’s both fresh and traditional. Andrea has been busy for months conceiving, writing and choreographing the show, and recently shared with us her visions for this amazing new production which opens on Tuesday, November 1.
From the moment guests walk through the doors, they’ll realize that Andrea and company have created a holiday experience sure to please both the young and young-at-heart.
Andrea shared that this snowy, outdoor-themed Original Show will feature big, lush musical arrangements of classic and contemporary holiday songs, sung by many returning AMT cast favorites. In addition to the elegant scenery and beautiful costumes, Andrea teased that there will also be plenty of fun included. Keep an eye out for dancing toys, some mischievous elves, and a few North Pole penguins thrown in for good measure!
We don’t want to give away too many of Andrea’s show surprises … they’re best enjoyed in person, anyway! So, make a date with your family and friends to experience one of Lancaster County’s best loved seasonal shows.
The 2011 Christmas Show — “Winter Wonderland,” runs November 1 through December 30, with morning, matinee and evening performances available. Click here to purchase tickets. We hope to see you there!