Elf — The Musical

Buddy the Elf brings Christmas cheer to MKE

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Elf — The Musical

Elf — The Musical (2019-11-22) by Paul RuffoloFirst Stage

Buddy the Elf has spent his entire life at the North Pole. When he discovers that he is not really an elf, he sets off for New York City to find his true identity.

Elf — The Musical (2019-11-22) by Paul RuffoloFirst Stage

From the North Pole, Santa Claus opens "Elf — The Musical," our second Broadway production in organization's history.

Elf — The Musical (2019-11-22) by Paul RuffoloFirst Stage

The play is based on New Line Cinema film “Elf” by David Berenbaum, an American screenwriter.

Buddy and elves perform a musical number in Santa's Shop.

Elf — The Musical (2019-11-22) by Paul RuffoloFirst Stage

“Elf — The Musical” is written by Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin. Music and lyrics are by Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin.

Buddy makes his way to the Big Apple to find his father, Walter Hobbs.

Elf — The Musical (2019-11-22) by Paul RuffoloFirst Stage

Walter Hobbs and ensemble perform a big dance number in "Elf — The Musical."

Elf — The Musical by Lindsey AbendscheinFirst Stage

Director Jeff Schaetzke describes Buddy the Elf as the "perfect Christmas morning."

Elf — The Musical (2019-11-22) by Paul RuffoloFirst Stage

Macy's attendant greets Buddy the Elf to offer a fragrance sample.

Elf — The Musical (2019-11-22) by Paul RuffoloFirst Stage

"You sit on a throne of lies." Buddy challenges Fake Santa in Macy's.

Elf — The Musical (2019-11-22) by Paul RuffoloFirst Stage

Michael and Emily perform "There is a Santa Claus", claiming their belief in the Big Man in hopes he can grant their Christmas wishes.

Elf — The Musical (2019-11-22) by Paul RuffoloFirst Stage

In an effort to have Buddy adapt to civilian life, Walter hires him to work for Greenway Publishing Co.

Show me your jazz hands, Buddy!

Elf — The Musical (2019-11-22) by Paul RuffoloFirst Stage

Buddy bringing life to Greenway Publishing Co.

Elf — The Musical (2019-11-22) by Paul RuffoloFirst Stage

Once an orphan raised by elves in the North Pole, Buddy travels to New York city — discovering his true identity and saving Christmas as the Broadway hit concludes!

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Elf — The Musical
Book by Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin
Music by Matthew Sklar
Lyrics by Chad Beguelin
Based on New Line Cinema film by David Berenbaum
Presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International

Adult Performers: Adam LaSalle, Alan Ball, Bree Beelow, Kelly Doherty, Marques Causey, Natalie Ford, Steve Watts, Indalecio De Jesus Valentin, Rachel Whyte, Kamilah Lay, Austin Nelson, Jr., Jenna Martinez, Carrie Gray, Elise O'Connell, Donnie Williams, Bizen Ghebregziabiher

*Note Young Performers are double cast

Sparklejolly Cast: Alex Radtke, Terynn Erby-Walker, Adelaide Schaetzke, Jasmine Love, Paige Landrum, Jack Costa, Derrick Sanders, Natalie Rhodes, Reese Bell, Marin Wheeler, Claire Oliver, Oliver Kelley, Shawn Parish


Twinklejingly Cast: Nolan Zellermayer, Eleanor Hannan, Mackenzie Ross, Salome White, Grace Scott, Jonathan Edwards, Nicholas Hollenbeck, Amirah Muhammad, Ellie Boyce, Annie Sturtz, Madison Jones, Charlie Elliott, Liam Eddy


Creative Team: Jeff Schaetzke, Director | Katelin Zelon, Choreographer | Josh Robinson, Assistant Music Director | James Fletcher, Fight Choreographer | Kristin Ellert, Scenic Designer | Melissa Torchia, Costume Designer | Jenny Thurnau, Assistant Costume Designer | Lyndsey Kulhmann, Assistant Costume Designer | Marissa Abbott, Lighting Designer | Erin Paige, Sound Designer | Rachel Whyte, Dance Captain | Melissa L. Wanke, Stage Manager | Julia Xiong, Assistant Stage Manager | Carrie Johns, Second Assistant Stage Manager

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