'Grinch' to Launch National Tour!

Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas will be going on tour starting later this year. The musical played the St. James in 2007 and the Hilton in 2006 but will now be spreading its cheer at Baltimore's Hippodrome from Nov. 11-23. Patrick Page starred in the Broadway production but no casting has been announced yet for the tour.

Grinch is based on Dr. Seuss's children's book of the same now, about the Grinch's plan to steal Christmas from the town of Whoville. The holiday classic has experienced several successful incarnations, from the book to the famed animated special to the Jim Carrey film and now a hit musical. Two of the songs in the show, "You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch" and "Welcome, Christmas," are from the animated version.

Running Subway Productions and three-time Tony winner Jack O'Brien will present the tour, which is likely to also have a run in Boston. Boston is not officially confirmed, nor is a return to Broadway in time for the holiday season. 

Tickets for the Baltimore run will be priced $25-$70. For more information call (800) 343-3103 or visit broadwayacrossamerica.com.