thursday, dec. 19
California Ballet: The Nutcracker
California Ballet’s glittering production of The Nutcracker is the most highly attended The Nutcracker in San Diego County. Choreographed by Director Maxine Mahon with Music Director John Stubbs conducting, The Nutcracker is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season with family and friends.
San Diego Civic Theatre, 1100 Third Ave., in San Diego, 7 p.m., tickets from $40, 858-560-6741, californiaballet.org
friday, dec. 20
The Humbug Holiday Spectacular
North Coast Repertory Theatre presents the hilarious world premiere The Humbug Holiday Spectacular, conceived by and featuring the dynamic duo of Omri Schein and Phil Johnson. This comedic, colorful and crazy spoof is full of witty songs, vibrant dance numbers and a little bit of everything to please even the grouchiest of holiday humbug-ers. Follow Horatio the Humbug on a wildly hysterical adventure to create the perfect musical holiday spectacular in order to appease the malcontent Spirit of Christmas.
North Coast Repertory Theatre, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive in Solana Beach, 7 p.m., tickets $30, 858-481-1055, northcoastrep.org
saturday, dec. 21
Irving Berlin’s White Christmas
Based on the beloved, timeless film, this heartwarming musical adaption features seventeen Irving Berlin songs, played by a live 22 piece orchestra! Veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-and-dance act after World War II. With romance in mind, the two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which just happens to be owned by Bob and Phil’s former army commander.
San Diego Musical Theatre, Birch North Park Theatre, 2891 University Ave. in San Diego, 2 and 8 p.m., tickets from $32, 858-560-5740, sdmt.org
sunday, dec. 22
Forever Plaid: Plaid Tidings
Plaid Tidings was such a hit for New Village Arts last year that they are bringing the lad in plaid back for a return engagement! Plaid Tidings – a special holiday edition of Forever Plaid continues the story of the singing group whose lives were lost in an accident en route to see The Ed Sullivan Show. Cheer on the Plaids as they get the chance to do the holiday concert of their dreams.
New Village Arts Center, 2787 State Street in Carlsbad, 2 p.m., tickets from $25, 760-433-3245, newvillagearts.org
monday, dec. 23
Victorian Tea for the Holidays at the Hotel Del
Take a step back in time with classic Victorian Tea for the Holidays. Enjoy a variety of teas, finger sandwiches and sweets while harpist Melissa Morgan plays soothing background music.
Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave. in Coronado, adults $50, 12- 4 p.m., by reservation only, 619-522-8490, hoteldel.com
tuesday, dec. 24
A Welk Family: Christmas
Return to the “good old days” of Christmas past as you enjoy an afternoon or evening of Christmas and holiday music. With beautiful costumes, elegant dance numbers, fun musical variety and a feeling of joyous Christmas memories, you will want to bring the entire family to this one.
The Welk Resort Theater, 8860 Lawrence Welk Drive in Escondido, 1 p.m., tickets $55, 1-888-802-7469, welkresorts.com
wednesday, dec. 25
Christmas Day Dinner Cruise
Join Hornblower Cruises & Events for a Christmas to remember! Experience a lavish, traditional holiday buffet aboard a luxurious yacht while you enjoy the calm waters and beautiful scenery of the San Diego Bay. Santa will be making an appearance during boarding and check in for memorable photos.
Hornblower Cruises & Events, San Diego Grape St. Pier, 1800 N. Harbor Drive in San Diego, 4-6:30 p.m., tickets $88, 1-888-467-6256, hornblower.com
