Nov 22 - Dec 23, 2025
in the Capital Blue Cross Main Stage
Evenings at 7:30pm: Nov 22, 28, 29, Dec 6, 13, 19, 20, 22, 23
Matinees at 2:00pm: Nov 23, 30, Dec 7, 14, 21
Matinee at 1:00pm: Dec 20
Special Performances & Events:
Opening Night and Reception: Sat Nov 22
Post-Performance Discussion: Sun Nov 30, following the matinee
ASL Interpreted Performance: Sat Dec 20 (mixer at 11:30am, show at 1pm; contact boxoffice@openstagehbg.com for best seating)
Please plan on arriving at least 15 minutes before the performance starts. There will be no late seating after the commencement of the performance to ensure the safety of our performers and patrons.
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About
With a superb score by Academy Award®–winner Paul Williams (The Rainbow Connection, Evergreen), this 75-minute musical transports audiences to Frogtown Hollow, where Ma and Emmet Otter risk what little they have to make each other’s holiday dreams come true.
Based on the illustrated book by Russell and Lillian Hoban, this warm-hearted tale is full of catchy folk tunes, whimsical charm, and a message of love, sacrifice, and community. Originally developed at Goodspeed Opera House and most recently seen Off-Broadway at the New Victory Theater, this acclaimed adaptation features a book by Timothy Allen McDonald (James and the Giant Peach) and Tony-winning director/choreographer Christopher Gattelli (Newsies, Schmigadoon!).
The New York Times praised the show’s “playful and heart-whole beautiful” score, while BroadwayWorld called it “masterful and magical.” Whether you’re reliving a childhood favorite or discovering it for the first time, Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas is the perfect way to celebrate the season with the entire family.
You’ll love Emmet Otter if you enjoy: heartfelt holiday stories, Jim Henson classics, folk music, and family traditions.
Program
1h 30m
Runtime
Content Advisory
General Audiences
Most parents would find this show suitable for all ages. Although this rating does not signify this show is designed specifically for children, most parents may let younger children watch this show.
See specific content warnings below.
This show contains the following:
strobe lighting effects
loud or startling noise
theatrical fog effects
Sponsors
Supporters
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