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Anthony Nunziata: My Italian Christmas!
Yorktown Stage, Yorktown Heights
Dec 23, 7:30 p.m.
Yorktown Stage hosts another Christmas concert, straight from the sold-out theater at Carnegie Hall. Along with special guest Vanessa Racci, Anthony Nunziata will win your heart and your applause on a special, one-night performance of his holiday show. Raised in Westchester, Nunziata hypnotizes the crowd with his Michael Bublé-esque voice. Tickets start at $35. yorktownstage.org/anthony-nunziata-love-songs-from-broadway-beyond
Mr. Dickens Tells A Christmas Carol
Lyndhurst Mansion, Tarrytown
Various Times, Dec 1–26
The mansion is holding one-hour performances of the famous 1867 performance tour by Charles Dickens, bringing Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, and Tiny Tim back to life. There is no intermission, and children under 8 will not be admitted. Tickets are $45. lyndhurst.org/events/mr-dickens-tells-a-christmas-carol
Collective Brass Holiday Concert
Lyndhurst Manor, Tarrytown
Dec 10, 3 p.m.
Lyndhurst Mansion hosts one more holiday event, a 55-minute concert held in the Carriage House: Collective Brass performs a whimsical concert of Christmas carols, old and new, and even a sing-along. Adult: $25; Children (13 and younger): $15. lyndhurst.org/events/holiday-brass-concert/
Nutcracker Dream
Emelin Theatre, Mamaroneck
Dec 16, 17, 26-29, varying times
Emelin Theatre introduces a family-friendly adaptation of the famed The
Nutcracker, starring both professional dancers of Ballet des Amériques and local youth. The show consists of ten performances, including opening night on December 16, which involves VIP Waltz of the Flowers packages and a post-show reception with the chance to take photos. There is also a special performance on December 17 for children called Land of Sweets with a Sugar Plum Fairy and Cavalier Reception, which includes seasonal treats and a dancer meet-and-greet. Tickets range from $30-$112.
emelin.org/event/nutcracker-dream
Preservation Hall Jazz Show Band – Creole Christmas Show
Ridgefield Playhouse, Ridgefield
Dec 3, 7 p.m.
Teleport yourself to New Orleans with the funky holiday grooves of the diverse city’s long-time representatives of music. Tickets range from $50-$85 ridgefieldplayhouse.org/event/preservation-hall
Ridgefield Chorale Holiday Pops Concert
Ridgefield Playhouse, Ridgefield
Dec 17, 4 p.m.
The acclaimed Ridgefield Chorale performs one day only, an afternoon suited for family to come together and sway and sing to revered Christmas classics. Adults: $20; Students/Seniors: $15 ridgefieldplayhouse.org/event/ridgefield-chorale
CIVIC EVENTS
City Lights, Bright Holiday Nights – Tree Lighting Renaissance Park, White Plains
Dec 10, 5 p.m.-6 p.m.
White Plains’ Mayor Tom Roach becomes a Christmas connoisseur as he lights the city’s holiday tree and marks the beginning of both the holiday market and the holiday season at the annual city event. cityofwhiteplains.com/Calendar.aspx?
Sleigh Bells on the Avenues
Downtown Larchmont
Dec 2
Ever wish you could ride in a horse-drawn carriage, meet Mr. and Mrs. Claus, and watch a tree lighting, all in the same day? Your wishes come true at Larchmont’s Sleigh Bells on the Avenue. Experience a day jam- packed with holiday fun including a performance by Elsa and Olaf and a Find Frosty scavenger hunt. Free. larchmontchamber10538.org/holidayevents
MISCELLANEOUS
Breakfast With Santa
The Barley Beach House, Rye
Dec 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23
Two Seatings: 10 a.m. and 12 p.m.
Take your kids to see Santa while enjoying a gourmet breakfast buffet by Barley Beach House. Bring an appetite, a camera, and your holiday wishes. Tickets are $30, children under three eat free. eventbrite.com/e/breakfast-with-santa-tickets-06321636027?aff=erelexpmlt
ANTHONY NUNZIATA: MY ITALIAN CHRISTMAS!
SLEIGH BELLS ON THE AVENUES
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PRESERVATION HALL JAZZ SHOW BAND – CREOLE CHRISTMAS SHOW
PHOTOS: (TOP LEFT) COURTESY OF YORKTOWN STAGE INC.; (TOP RIGHT) COURTESY OF PRESERVATION HALL JAZZ SHOW BAND; (BOTTOM) BY BEATRICE KARP