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A Christmas Story, The Musical 2012

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

A Christmas Story, The Musical - 2012 Broadway History , Info & More

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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'A Christmas Story' is offbeat, on target
7 / 10

This is called 'A Christmas Story,' not 'The Christmas Story,' so, parents, please take note. The musical based on the popular 1983 movie is neither candy-cane sweet nor sacred. In fact, not much is sacred in this droll, imaginative, definitely and a bit defiantly off-center tale of a 9-year-old bespectacled kid named Ralphie and a flawed but loving family in Indiana in the 1940s. That is, 9-year-olds (and up) and their flawed, loving parents are probably the target audience for the newest addition to the holiday offerings, wickedly directed by John Rando ('Urinetown') with a clever and enjoyable score by newcomers Benj Pasek and Justin Paul ('Dogfight'). The humor is not so much politically incorrect as, well, politically retro and a little dark...I could live without the awful joke about Chinese accents, the blue joke about the bowling ball, the playground line 'when you act like a fruit, you get crushed like a grape.' Even if kids liked to talk like that, Broadway should not endorse it.

Score rescues oddly staged 'A Christmas Story: The Musical'
6 / 10

I have an unusual Christmas wish this year: I want fewer Christmas musicals going forward...In “A Christmas Story,” which is extremely faithful to the film, 9-year-old bespectacled Ralphie (played by the big-voiced Johnny Rabe) longs to receive a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas in 1940s Indiana The central problem in mounting a stage version lies with depicting the adult Ralphie, who serves as the film’s off-screen narrator. Here, Dan Lauria wanders aimlessly around the stage and speaks directly to the audience, rather like a Ghost of Christmas Future. His presence makes the storytelling clunky and disjointed. That said, the real perk of “A Christmas Story” lies in its highly melodic, original score by the up-and-coming team of Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. Come to think of it, here’s a better Christmas wish: more new musicals by Pasek and Paul.

BWW Flashback: A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL! Closes on Broadway Today
by BWW Special Coverage - December 30, 2012


Christmas Story, The Musical! arrived on Broadway at The Lunt-Fontanne Theatre just in time for the 2012 holiday season. The new musical, based on the 1983 movie perennial, began November 7, opened November 19, and runs through today, December 30, 2012. BroadwayWorld takes you on a flashback through the new musical's beginning on Broadway with photos and video below!

7th Grade Winner of Anti-Bullying Writing Contest to Appear in A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL!, 12/27
by BWW News Desk - December 26, 2012


A Christmas Story, The Musical and STOMP Out Bullying have announced the Grand Prize winner of their Anti-Bullying Writing Competition, Ahmed Shayef. A 7th Grader at M.S. 577 in Brooklyn, Ahmed has won a walk-on role in the Thursday evening, December 27 performance of A Christmas Story, The Musical.

Photo Flash: Kelli O'Hara, Matthew Broderick and Adam Shankman Stop By A CHRISTMAS STORY
by Kelsey Denette - December 26, 2012


A Christmas Story, The Musical arrived on Broadway at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre just in time for the 2012 holiday season. Based on the 1983 movie perennial, the musical plays an eight-week limited engagement through December 30.

Exclusive Photo Coverage: A CHRISTMAS STORY Cast Visits NASDAQ Times Square
by Walter McBride - December 20, 2012


A Christmas Story, The Musical arrives on Broadway at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre just in time for the 2012 holiday season. Based on the 1983 movie perennial, the musical plays an eight-week limited engagement through December 30. Tickets are now on sale at www.AChristmasStoryTheMuscial.com or www.TicketMaster.com.The cast rang the NASDAQ Opening Bell today, and you can check out full photo coverage from the festivities below!

FREEZE FRAME: A CHRISTMAS STORY Cast Visits Toys For Tots
by Walter McBride - December 20, 2012


A Christmas Story, The Musical arrives on Broadway at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre just in time for the 2012 holiday season. Based on the 1983 movie perennial, the musical plays an eight-week limited engagement through December 30. Tickets are now on sale at www.AChristmasStoryTheMuscial.com or www.TicketMaster.com. The cast visited the Marine Corps Reserve 'Toys For Tots'today, and you can check out a photo preview from the festivities below!

FREEZE FRAME: A CHRISTMAS STORY Cast Rings NASDAQ Opening Bell
by Walter McBride - December 20, 2012


A Christmas Story, The Musical arrives on Broadway at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre just in time for the 2012 holiday season. Based on the 1983 movie perennial, the musical plays an eight-week limited engagement through December 30. Tickets are now on sale at www.AChristmasStoryTheMuscial.com or www.TicketMaster.com.The cast rang the NASDAQ Opening Bell today, and you can check out a photo preview from the festivities below!

Photo Flash: Kansas City and Tour Productions Reunite with Broadway's A CHRISTMAS STORY - Exclusive Shots!
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2012


This past month, some of the kids from prior productions of A Christmas Story, The Musical (Kansas City world premiere and 1st National Tour) reunited with the current Broadway members. Check out the shots below of their reunion!

STAGE TUBE: THE REAL KIDS of A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL - Episode 2!
by Nicole Rosky - December 20, 2012


REAL HOUSEWIVES have some competition in THE REAL KIDS OF A CHRISTMAS STORY! Written and directed by JAKE WILSON, episode two features the kids behind A CHRISTMAS STORY: John Babbo, Zac Ballard, Grace Capeless, Zoe Considine, George Franklin, Jack Mastrianni, Sarah Min-Kyuang Park, Johnny Rabe, J.D. Rodrieguez, Analise Scarpaci, Jeremy Shinder, Luke Spring, Joe West, and Erin Dilly.

STAGE TUBE: A CHRSTMAS STORY Cast Performs at JFK Airport!
by Nicole Rosky - December 18, 2012


The cast of A CHRISTMAS STORY,the holiday musical that began performances at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on November 7, just performed at JFK Airport as a part of the American Airlines Broadway series. The eight-week limited engagement runs through December 30. Check out their performance below!

STAGE TUBE: THE REAL KIDS of A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL - Episode 1!
by Kelsey Denette - December 17, 2012


REAL HOUSEWIVES have some competition in THE REAL KIDS OF A CHRISTMAS STORY! Featuring the kids behind A CHRISTMAS STORY - Johnny Rabe, John Babbo, Zac Ballard, Grace Capeless, Zoe Considine, George Franklin, Jack Matrianni, Sarah Min-Kyuang Park, Alexa Niziak, JR Rodriguez, Jeremy Shinder, Luke Spring and Joe West - with producer John Mara Jr. and Eddie Korbich (who plays 'Santa' in the show), the series kicked off with an introduction episode. View it below!

Photo Flash: Katy Perry & John Mayer Visit A CHRISTMAS STORY
by Nicole Rosky - December 13, 2012


A Christmas Story, The Musical arrives on Broadway at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre just in time for the 2012 holiday season. Based on the 1983 movie perennial, the musical plays an eight-week limited engagement through December 30. Tickets are now on sale at www.AChristmasStoryTheMuscial.com or www.TicketMaster.com. Katy Perry and John Mayor just visited the show and you can check out photos of them backstage below!

THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with Your Favorite Broadway Stars- Eddie Korbich
by BWW - December 14, 2012


In this week's edition, we caught up with Eddie Korbich, who is starring as 'Santa' in A CHRISTMAS STORY- currently playing at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre.

Photo Flash: Saturday Intermission Pics, Dec 8, Part 2 - SCANDALOUS Says Farewell, EVITA's Secret Santa, Elves on Shelves, and More!
by BWW News Desk - December 9, 2012


BroadwayWorld collected as many of yesterday's evening Saturday Intermission Pics as we could to bring you Part 2 of our December 8th SIP round-up. Yesterday evening's photos featured farwells from SCANDALOUS, EVITA's littlest cast member and NICE WORK's Robert Hartwell, as well as pictures from SPIDER-MAN, NEWSIES, BRING IT ON, A CHRISTMAS STORY - THE MUSICAL! (bringing new meaning to 'elf on the shelf'), the RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, JERSEY BOYS, MARY POPPINS, Dr. Seuss' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS, a few productions of WHITE CHRISTMAS and A CHRISTMAS CAROL, and many more!

A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL! Holds Anti-Bullying Young Writers Competition; Deadline Today
by BWW News Desk - December 8, 2012


A Christmas Story, The Musical, now on Broadway this holiday season, has partnered with STOMP Out Bullying to launch our Inaugural Anti-Bullying Story Competition. Our mission: to end bullying in our schools and communities!

VIDEO: Cast of A CHRISTMAS STORY Performs on GMA
by Caryn Robbins - December 6, 2012


The cast of the Broadway musical A CHRISTMAS STORY sang a holiday medley of songs on yesterday's 'Good Morning America' on ABC. Check out the performance below!

STAGE TUBE: CAP21 Interviews A CHRISTMAS STORY's Andrew Cristi and Thay Floyd
by Stage Tube - December 5, 2012


Check out CAP21's holiday installment of 'Ask A Broadway Star'. In the video below, catch up with alums Andrew Cristi and Thay Floyd, who are both currently in the new Broadway Musical, A Christmas Story. Click below to get some great tips and also hear about some of the actors' favorite CAP21 holiday moments!

Cast of A CHRISTMAS STORY Performs on GMA Today
by BWW News Desk - December 5, 2012


Today, December 5th, ABC's 'Good Morning America' will air a special performance from the cast of A CHRISTMAS STORY, the Broadway musical. The holiday musical began performances at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on November 7. The eight-week limited engagement runs through December 30.

Cast of A CHRISTMAS STORY to Perform on GMA, 12/5
by Caryn Robbins - November 30, 2012


On Wednesday, December 5th, ABC's 'Good Morning America' will air a special performance from the cast of A CHRISTMAS STORY, the Broadway musical. The holiday musical began performances at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on November 7. The eight-week limited engagement runs through December 30.

A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL! Announces Anti-Bullying Young Writers Competition; Deadline 12/8
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2012


A Christmas Story, The Musical, now on Broadway this holiday season, has partnered with STOMP Out Bullying to launch our Inaugural Anti-Bullying Story Competition. Our mission: to end bullying in our schools and communities!

THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with Your Favorite Broadway Stars- Caroline O'Connor
by BWW - November 30, 2012


In this week's edition, we caught up with Caroline O'Connor, who is starring as 'Miss Shields' in A CHRISTMAS STORY- currently playing at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre.

STAGE TUBE: A CHRISTMAS STORY Performs on THE VIEW!
by Nicole Rosky - November 27, 2012


A Christmas Story, The Musical arrives on Broadway at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre just in time for the 2012 holiday season. Based on the 1983 movie perennial, the musical plays and eight-week limited engagement through December 30. The cast just performed on 'The View' and you can check out the performance below!

Photo Flash: Darren Criss Visits A CHRISTMAS STORY!
by Sierra Fox - November 26, 2012


This weekend, Darren Criss, of TV's Glee and Broadway's How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, visited New York City and took in a performance of A Christmas Story before meeting and posing with the cast backstage. Look below for pictures of Darren with the stars of A Christmas Story!

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
Broadway
2013   Off-Broadway Madison Square Garden Production
Off-Broadway
2017   Motion Picture FOX Live Televised Production
Motion Picture
2021   US Tour Non Equity Tour
US Tour

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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