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DEC. 8, 7:30-9:30 P.M.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL
You can’t beat the classics, and the Ford’s Theatre’s performance of
“A Christmas Carol” promises a “music-infused production” of the
Michael Baron script, adapted from the classic Charles Dickens novel.

The two-hour show, recommended for ages 5 and older, brings to life
the story of Ebenezer Scrooge and his journey to find holiday joy, as
he is joined by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future.

511 10th St. NW, Washington, D.C.;
fords.org/performances/current-and-upcoming/a-christmas-carol-2022 5
DEC 12, 11 A.M.-6 P.M.

“ART OF GIVING” ART SHOW
HorseSpirit Arts Gallery presents its
“Art of Giving” holiday show for the
second year running, featuring original
art from 45 local artists. Along with a
visit to the gallery, consider a donation
of food, clothing or money to the Art of
Giving Tree. Donations will go toward the
Grassroots Day Resource Center. The art
show runs until Dec. 31.

8600 Foundry St., Suite 2063, Savage,
Maryland; horsespiritartsgallery.com
WASHINGTON BALLET’S
NUTCRACKER More than 100 dancers from Washington
Ballet will perform the “Nutcracker,”
the dazzling ballet set to Pyotr Ilyich
Tchaikovsky’s compositions. The show, set
in 1882 Georgetown, uses original period-
era costumes and ornate sets. Tickets for
the family-friendly show start at $48.

513 13th St. NW, Washington, D.C;.

washingtonballet.org FAMILY HOLIDAY CONCERT
From highlights from the “Nutcracker” to Chanukah
classics, join the Columbia Orchestra for its Family
Holiday Concert, featuring guest dancers from Dance
Connections. Tickets for the event are
$10 for kids and $15 for adults.

5460 Trumpeter Road, Columbia, Maryland;
columbiaorchestra.org/season/events/ family-holiday-concert-22
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MONTH DEC. 18, 11:30 A.M.-12:30 P.M. AND 1-2 P.M.

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HERSHEL AND THE HANUKKAH GOBLINS
The Pupput Co. Playhouse presents its version of “Hershel and the
Hanukkah Goblins,” the story of Hershel and his quest to save the
days after the king and queen of the goblins forbid the lighting of the
Chanukah candles. During the festival of lights, beginning Dec. 18,
audience members will take home a special gift.

7300 Macarthur Blvd., Glen Echo, Maryland;
thepuppetco.showare.com DEC. 16-31, 1:30 P.M.

9. MOST WONDERFUL TIME
Celebrate the diversity of the December
holiday season with Olney Theatre Co.

During the second half of the month, the
company will present a 90-minute, four-
performer performance sharing memories,
songs and warmth with holiday classics
such as “Let It Snow!” and more.

2001 Olney Sandy Spring Road, Olney,
Maryland; olneytheatre.org/whats-playing/
wonderful-time-year MONTGOMERYPARKS.ORG
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DEC. 17, 10:30-11:30 A.M.

AND 1-2 P.M.

DEC. 30, 12 A.M.

GARDEN OF LIGHTS
For those more interested in spending time
outdoors for the holidays, visit Brookside
Gardens’ Garden of Lights, a half-mile
walkthrough light display that brings true
meaning to decking the halls. Tickets are $5
per person for ages 5 or older.

1800 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton, Maryland;
montgomeryparks.org/parks-and-trails/ brookside-gardens/garden-of-lights
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