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STAGE GUIDE Stage shows in December

Words by Benjamin Lamb

A Christmas Carol

Not the musical starring David Wenham, but an operatic version is making its way to the Palais Theatre stage this December. Composed by Graham Koehne, the story finds a new life through the musical retelling. It stars Samuel Dundas (La Boheme) as Ebenezer Scrooge and Simon Meadows (La Traviata) as Ghost of Christmas Present, among many more.

A Christmas Carol is playing at the Palais Theatre from December 14.

Slava’s Snowshow

Slava’s Snowshow is quickly becoming one of the world’s most popular shows, and it’ll be making it’s triumphant return to Melbourne stages this December. The family friendly show mixes circus, music, and lots of fun, you’ll be bound to get into the Christmas spirit with this show.

Slava’s Snowshow hits the Playhouse at Arts Centre Melbourne from December 29. Jimmy O Yang is perhaps best known for his appearances in shows and movies like Love Hard, Space Force, Crazy Rich Asians and Silicon Valley. But he’s a talented stand-up comedian in his own right, with his special Good Deal being one of the most seen on Amazon Prime Video.

Jimmy O Yang will be hitting the Playhouse (Arts Centre) stage on December 2.

Jay Pharoah

Former Saturday Night Live star Jay Pharoah came to prominence with his impersonations of Andre 3000, Barack Obama, Jay-Z, Tracy Morgan and Will Smith, among many more. After SNL he went on to star in Family Guy, Resort to Love, and The Simpsons. His stand-up will feature jokes, observations, impressions, and plenty of laughs.

Jay Pharoah will be hitting The Comics Lounge stage on December 1.

Oshun

La Mama Theatre will host a cool new play this December, in which protagonist Oshun receives word that she will become a goddess of femininity - but in the world of Ile Ife, Oshun and other gods face a great deal of conflict. The play is written and produced by Amarantha Robinson, and is directed by Jaime Wilson.

Oshun will be at La Mama from December 1 until December 3. As the silly season approaches, the time for carolling is almost here. The Kings of Christmas consist of Rob Mills and Bobby Fox, two icons of the stage world in Melbourne. Joining Bobby Fox and Rob Mills will be the voice of Aussie Christmas, Dennis Walter.

The Kings of Christmas are appearing at the Costa Hall (Geelong) on December 18.

The Muppet Christmas Carol

One of the most popular family friendly Christmas flicks will be immortalised in orchestra form this December, with the iconic score re-created by an orchestra. The songs throughout are written by Paul Williams, who was also behind Rainbow Connection, and Evergreen.

The Muppet Christmas Carol will take place at the Hamer Hall on December 16.

Pathways to Regeneration

Farmer’s Footprint is an Australian not for profit organisation dedicated to imparting knowledge of regenerative food techniques. The head of the organisation Zach Bush will hold a series of events across Australia, chatting all about the food system. In Melbourne, he’ll be joined by local legends of the food scene.

Pathways to Regeneration is taking place at The Alex Theatre on December 8.

Home Alone in Concert

Continuing the movie music collaboration is another iconic Christmas themed movie, Home Alone. Joined by the MSO and the MSO Chorus, the movie will be find a new life with grand musical performances.

Home Alone in concert is playing at the Arts Centre’s Playhouse from November 10 until November 27.

Marcus Elvis Jackson & Tony Jones

Marcus Elvis Jackson and Tony Jones are two of the best cover artists in Australia, covering Elvis Presley and Tom Jones respectively. They’ll be bringing their popular cover show to the Birds Basement stage this December, so be prepared to hear all of your favourite hits.

Marcus Elvis Jackson & Tony Jones will be at the Birds Basement on December 10.