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Ages: 6+
Opened: November 19, 2012
Closing: December 30, 2012

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Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (Broadway)
205 West 46th St. New York, NY

The story from a cherished movie classic that's enchanted millions is now a musical spectacular. In 1940's Indiana, a bespectacled boy named Ralphie has a big imagination and one wish for Christmas-a Red Ryder BB Gun. A kooky leg lamp, outrageous pink bunny pajamas, a cranky department store Santa, and a triple-dog-dare to lick a freezing flagpole are just a few of the obstacles that stand between Ralphie and his Christmas dream.


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TV: Chatting with the Cast of A CHRISTMAS STORY- Plus a Special Performance Preview!
by Nicole Rosky - October 22, 2012


The cast met the press today, and BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was there to chat with the whole gang. Check out what they had to say below!

FREEZE FRAME: Meet the Cast of A CHRISTMAS STORY!
by Walter McBride - October 22, 2012


The producers of A Christmas Story, The Musical will present the November 5 -December 30 Broadway engagement at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. Following a nationwide search, Johnny Rabe will don Ralphie's trademark spectacles. John Bolton (Spamalot, Contact, Titanic, "Boardwalk Empire," "Gossip Girl') will reprise his acclaimed performance as The Old Man from the 2011 National Tour. Joining Bolton will be Tony Award nominee Erin Dilly (Nice Work if You Can Get It, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang) as Mother, Zac Ballard (Oliver! at Irish Repertory Theatre) as little brother Randy, Caroline O'Connor (Chicago, Moulin Rouge) as school teacher Miss Shields, and Eddie Korbich (The Little Mermaid, The Drowsy Chaperone, Wicked) as Santa Claus. All join previously announced Dan Lauria (Broadway's Lombardi, TV's "Sullivan & Son" and "The Wonder Years") as Jean Shepherd. The cast met the press today, and BroadwayWorld brings you a sneak peak of the festivities below!

Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of A CHRISTMAS STORY!
by Nicole Rosky - October 2, 2012


The producers of A Christmas Story, The Musical will present the November 5 -December 30 Broadway engagement at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. Following a nationwide search, Johnny Rabe will don Ralphie's trademark spectacles. John Bolton (Spamalot, Contact, Titanic, "Boardwalk Empire," "Gossip Girl') will reprise his acclaimed performance as The Old Man from the 2011 National Tour. Joining Bolton will be Tony Award nominee Erin Dilly (Nice Work if You Can Get It, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang) as Mother, Zac Ballard (Oliver! at Irish Repertory Theatre) as little brother Randy, Caroline O'Connor (Chicago, Moulin Rouge) as school teacher Miss Shields, and Eddie Korbich (The Little Mermaid, The Drowsy Chaperone, Wicked) as Santa Claus. All join previously announced Dan Lauria (Broadway's Lombardi, TV's "Sullivan & Son" and "The Wonder Years") as Jean Shepherd.

A CHRISTMAS STORY Casts 'Ralphie' - 12-Year-Old Johnny Rabe!
by Kelsey Denette - October 2, 2012


Broadway's A Christmas Story, The Musical has found its Ralphie. Following a nationwide search, producers of the musical have announced that Johnny Rabe will don Ralphie's trademark spectacles for the holiday engagement at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. Rabe will make his Broadway debut in the role.

TV: Meet A CHRISTMAS STORY's Canine Stars!
by Kelsey Denette - September 24, 2012


Broadway's A CHRISTMAS STORY has announced that Pete and Lily, two bloodhounds rescued and trained by animal trainer William Berloni, will make their Broadway debuts as the rambunctious Bumpus Hounds, who infamously set out to torment Ralphie's Old Man and disrupt Christmas dinner.

Photo Flash: A CHRISTMAS STORY Will Feature Rescued Bloodhounds Pete and Lily, Trained by William Berloni
by Kelsey Denette - September 24, 2012


Broadway's A CHRISTMAS STORY has announced that Pete and Lily, two bloodhounds rescued and trained by animal trainer William Berloni, will make their Broadway debuts as the rambunctious Bumpus Hounds, who infamously set out to torment Ralphie's Old Man and disrupt Christmas dinner.

John Bolton, Erin Dilly, Caroline O'Connor and More Join Dan Lauria in A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL!
by Kelsey Denette - September 20, 2012


The producers of A Christmas Story, The Musical have announced further casting for the November 5 -December 30 Broadway engagement at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. John Bolton (Spamalot, Contact, Titanic, "Boardwalk Empire," "Gossip Girl') will reprise his acclaimed performance as The Old Man from the 2011 National Tour. Joining Bolton will be Tony Award nominee Erin Dilly (Nice Work if You Can Get It, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang) as Mother, Zac Ballard (Oliver! at Irish Repertory Theatre) as little brother Randy, Caroline O'Connor (Chicago, Moulin Rouge) as school teacher Miss Shields, and Eddie Korbich (The Little Mermaid, The Drowsy Chaperone, Wicked) as Santa Claus. All join previously announced Dan Lauria (Broadway's Lombardi, TV's "Sullivan & Son" and "The Wonder Years") as Jean Shepherd.

A CHRISTMAS STORY Cast Album Gets 9/25 Digital Release!
by Nicole Rosky - September 19, 2012


Ralphie Parker wants only one thing for Christmas - a Red Ryder BB Gun. Of course that'll come as no surprise to the legion of fans of the beloved 1983 movie A Christmas Story. But this holiday season, devotees of the cherished film are getting another gift. Celebrating the arrival of A Christmas Story: The Musical on Broadway, Masterworks Broadway proudly releases the World Premiere Recording of the delightful family-friendly musical digitally on September 25 and on CD on October 22, 2012.

Dan Lauria Set to Star as 'Jean Shepherd' in Broadway-Bound A CHRISTMAS STORY!
by Nicole Rosky - September 14, 2012


The producers of A Christmas Story, The Musical have announced that Dan Lauria will star as radio icon Jean Shepherd in the production when it arrives on Broadway at The Lunt-Fontanne Theatre for its November 5 - December 30 engagement. Last seen on Broadway in the title role of Lombardi, Lauria is best known to television audiences around the country for portraying fathers, including dad Jack Arnold in the long running series 'The Wonder Years,' and his current role as dad Jack Sullivan on the TBS comedy 'Sullivan & Son." (Peter Billingsley, the film's original 'Ralphie,' is a producer of both A Christmas Story, The Musical and "Sullivan & Son.")

A CHRISTMAS STORY Holds Online Casting Search for 'Ralphie'
by Nicole Rosky - September 6, 2012


A Christmas Story, The Musical takes its search nationally for a young boy to play the iconic role of 'Ralphie' with submissions now available online. As the Broadway-bound production prepares to launch a 2012 holiday engagement, the show's producers invite young performers to submit their audition within the next ten days by visiting www.AChristmasStoryTheMusical.com and following three simple steps:

Up on the Marquee: A CHRISTMAS STORY!
by Jennifer Broski - August 30, 2012


A Christmas Story, The Musical! will arrive on Broadway at The Lunt-Fontanne Theatre just in time for the 2012 holiday season. The producers have announced that the new musical, based on the 1983 movie perennial, will play a November 5 - December 30 holiday engagement. Opening night is Monday, November 19. The marquee just went up at the Lunt-Fontanne, and you can check out photos below!

TV: It's Christmas in August! Cast of Broadway-Bound A CHRISTMAS STORY Gives Sneak Peek in Bryant Park!
by Nicole Rosky - August 16, 2012


Featured in this week's event were the casts of: A Christmas Story, The Musical (John Bolton, Benj Pasek, Justin Paul), Nice Work If You Can Get It (Stephanie Martignetti, Robyn Hurder, Chris Sullivan, Judy Kaye, Jeffrey Schecter), Avenue Q (Hazel Anne Raymundo, Kate Lippstreu, Michael Liscio Jr, Seth Rettburg, Danielle Thomas), Bring It On, The Musical (Adrienne Warren, Taylor Louderman, Ryann Redmond, Ariana DeBose, Jason Gotay, Gregory Haney, Nicolas Womack, Dominique Johnson), and Rock of Ages (Justin Sargent, Adam Danheisser, Josephine Rose Roberts, Cody Scott Lancaster, Michele Maise, Genson Blimline, Joey Calveri, Cassie Silva, Neka Zang). Check out the performaces from the cast of Broadway-Bound A CHRISTMAS STORY below, which included 'Somewhere Hovering Over Indiana,' 'The Genius on Cleveland Street,' and 'Red Ryder.'

BWW Interviews: Producer Scott Hart Talks A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL
by Gregory G. Allen - August 10, 2012


New Jersey actor/director/producer turned Broadway Producer, Scott Hart is one of the people bringing A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICALl from the road to New York. BroadwayWorld was able to catch up with him during this busy time to discuss the show.

A CHRISTMAS STORY, The Musical! to Play Lunt-Fontanne for 2012 Holidays
by Robert Diamond - July 26, 2012


Christmas Story, The Musical! will arrive on Broadway at The Lunt-Fontanne Theatre just in time for the 2012 holiday season. The producers have announced that the new musical, based on the 1983 movie perennial, will play a November 5 - December 30 holiday engagement. Opening night is Monday, November 19.

Broadway-Bound A CHRISTMAS STORY to Hold Open Call for Children, 6/16
by Nicole Rosky - June 7, 2012


As A Christmas Story, The Musical! prepares for a Broadway engagement this holiday season, the show's producers have announced that they will begin their search for young actors. An open audition for children between the ages of 8-13 will be held on Saturday June 16, 2012 at Pearl Studios (500 8th Avenue, 12th floor). Registration begins at 11:30AM with auditions from 12:00-5:00PM.

A CHRISTMAS STORY to Open on Broadway This Holiday Season!
by Nicole Rosky - May 25, 2012


According to an Equity casting notice, A Christmas Story, The Musical!, which toured the US last year, will land on Broadway this holiday season, playing November 6- Decmber 30. The production, which begins rehearsals in October, will be directed by John Rando, music direction by Ian Eisendrath and choreography by Warren Carlyle. A Christmas Story features a score by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul and a book by Joseph Robinette.

BWW Reviews: Cue the Leg Lamp Kickline - A Christmas Story, The Musical! Hits Chicago
by Misha Davenport - December 21, 2011


Misha Davenport sits down with the creative team behind this holiday's biggest hit, 'A Christmas Story, The Musical!'

Review Roundup: A CHRISTMAS STORY
by Nicole Rosky - December 16, 2011


On Wednesday, December 14, A Christmas Story, The Musical! celebrated its opening night at Chicago's legendary Chicago Theatre.America's #1 Christmas movie comes to life on stage as hilarious holiday musical featuring a bright holiday score by composer/lyricist team Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, and a book by Joseph Robinette based on the writings of radio humorist Jean Shepherd and the 1983 holiday film favorite. Tony Award winner John Rando (Urinetown, The Wedding Singer) will direct the production with Warren Carlyle (Finian's Rainbow, Follies, An Evening With Hugh Jackman) choreographing.

Photo Flash: A CHRISTMAS STORY Celebrates Opening Night!
by Nicole Rosky - December 16, 2011


On Wednesday, December 14, A Christmas Story, The Musical! celebrated its opening night at Chicago's legendary Chicago Theatre with producer Peter Billingsley, who starred as Ralphie in the original 1983 film, there to cheer the company on. Check out photos from opening night below!

A Christmas Story, The Musical History

Other Productions of A Christmas Story, The Musical

2011   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
2012   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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2013   Off-Broadway Madison Square Garden Production
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2017   Motion Picture FOX Live Televised Production
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2021   US Tour Non Equity Tour
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A Christmas Story, The Musical - 2012 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical Joseph Robinette
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Choreography Warren Carlyle
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical John Bolton
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical John Bolton
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Justin Paul
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Benj Pasek
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Larry Blank
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Dan Lauria
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Broadway Musical 0
2013 Tony Awards Best Musical Gerald Goehring
2013 Tony Awards Best Musical Roy Miller
2013 Tony Awards Best Musical Michael F. Mitri
2013 Tony Awards Best Musical Pat Flicker Addiss
2013 Tony Awards Best Musical Peter Billingsley
2013 Tony Awards Best Musical Timothy Laczynski
2013 Tony Awards Best Musical Mariano V. Tolentino Jr.
2013 Tony Awards Best Musical Louise H. Beard
2013 Tony Awards Best Musical Michael Filerman
2013 Tony Awards Best Musical Scott Hart
2013 Tony Awards Best Musical Alison Eckert
2013 Tony Awards Best Musical Bob Bartner
2013 Tony Awards Best Musical Michael Jenkins
2013 Tony Awards Best Musical Angela Milonas
2013 Tony Awards Best Musical Bradford W. Smith

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