Judy Gold Will Lead THE MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL as 'Scrooge' at NJPAC

A new holiday tradition is born when Broadway Sings The Muppet Christmas Carol takes to the stage. NJPAC is happy to present a concert version of the music, the magic and the holiday cheer of the Muppets' memorable rendition of the Dickens tale on Saturday, December 3, at New Jersey Performing Arts Center (1 Center Street, Newark, NJ). Doors 2:30pm / Performance 3pm. Tickets Start at $39.

This new twist on the movie presents all of the Paul Williams score's festive and funny songs, including "Scrooge" and "It Feels Like Christmas," as well as "Thankful Heart," "Marley and Marley" and other beloved songs from the classic Muppets film. As a special holiday treat, we'll even throw in some numbers that didn't make it to the big screen.

All this merry-making is wrapped up in a shiny bow by some of Broadway's biggest talents: two-time Emmy winner Judy Gold (25 Questions for a Jewish Mother) leads the cast as Scrooge, and will be joined by Julia Murney (Wicked, Lennon), Ryann Redmond (If/Then, Bring It On), Bret Shuford (Amazing Grace, Paramour), Joshua Morgan (Les Miserables), Kevin Zak (Clinton the Musical, Silence!), Phillip Taratula (The Outs, Empire Travel Agency), Will Porter (A Chorus Line, CATS), Gretchen Wylder (Clinton the Musical, Bedbugs!), Sara Gallo and Amanda McDowall.

For more about the performance, visit www.njpac.org/events/detail/broadway-sings-the-muppet-christmas-carol.

Note: The Muppets characters do not appear in this performance.

New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), located in downtown Newark, New Jersey, is among the largest performing arts centers in the United States and is the artistic, cultural, educational and civic center of New Jersey - where great performances and events enhance and transform lives every day. NJPAC brings diverse communities together, providing access to all and showcasing the state's and the world's best artists while acting as a leading catalyst in the revitalization of its home city. Through its extensive Arts Education programs, NJPAC is shaping the next generation of artists and arts enthusiasts. NJPAC has attracted more than 10 million visitors (including over 1.5 million children) since opening its doors in 1997, and nurtures meaningful and lasting relationships with each of its constituents. NJPAC is a proud partner of Newark Celebration 350.