Theater Wit to Present David Sedaris' THE SANTALAND DIARIES, 11/22-12/29

What would Chicago's list of holiday shows be without Theater Wit's always popular revival of The Santaland Diaries by David Sedaris at the top of the naughty column?

A sad holiday indeed. But fear not, because Mitchell Fain is donning his candy stripe tights once more for Theater Wit's tenth consecutive outing of The Santaland Diaries. Adapted for the stage by Joe Mantello, and directed by Theater Wit Artistic Director Jeremy Wechsler, The Santaland Diaries returns November 22-December 29, 2013 at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Chicago.

Hailed as the "24 funniest pages ever written in the English language," David Sedaris' uproariously funny, true tale about his less than merry misadventures as a Christmas elf gone bad is a must-see celebration of the desperation of unemployment, the insanity of Christmas shopping and the ineffable "cheer" of the holiday spirit. Don't miss Theater Wit's annual chance to spend some one-on-one time with the irreverent Crumpet, as Santa's reluctant helper struggles to maintain his dignity while being confronted by competitive elves, scary Santas, thousands of selfish shoppers and their obnoxious kiddies during the Macy's Christmas rush.

Press opening is Friday, November 22 at 7:30 p.m.

Performance times the first weekend are Saturday, November 23 at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, November 24 at 3 p.m. No show Thursday, November 28 (Thanksgiving). Performances continue November 29 through December 29: Thursday at 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., Sunday at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Exceptions: There is an added performance Monday, December 23 at 7:30 p.m. No 7 p.m. show Sunday, December 29.

Tickets to The Santaland Diaries range from $24 to $35. For tickets and information, call the Theater Wit box office, 773.975.8150 or visit TheaterWit.org.

Note: This production sells out every year, so don't wait to make your reservations. Check Theater Wit's website or call the box office to learn about possible added performances.

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