Fox Theatre offers an early Christmas Present with ‘White Christmas’ magic moments

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Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, Tickets: $25 to $100
Performances: Tues.-Fri. 7:30pm; Thur. 1pm Sat. 2pm & 7:30pm; Sun. 1pm;
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By Steve Russell

Vice President, 

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Irving Berlin's White Christmas opened at the Fox Tuesday. The performance included several magic moments. This classic film adapted to the stage, was originally produced years ago and is set in 1944. The production lends itself to an easier time in America's history.

The entire ensemble proved worthy with strong performances by all cast members. The vocals were both energetic as well as elegant in their delivery.

The opening choreography was sensational some of the best dancing that I have witnessed in several years. One of my favorite choreographed songs was "My Piano". 

I was not anticipating tap dancing, it was a real surprise. 

The quality of not only the actors as singers, but as dancers was amazing. 

For me Rita (Kristyn Pope) and Rhoda  (Elish Conlon) proved to be quite an amusing duo, very charming indeed.

The sets and scenery were absolutely breathtaking. From opening scene, to the closing number - when snow actually descended upon the audience from the heavens above, glittering through soft lighting that made each flake glisten.

Being a nostalgic creature of sorts, I was impressed this performance at the Fox hearkened of days gone by. My youth was vividly returned to me on this evening with a fantastic rendition of White Christmas.  

Added to that, of course, is the story line of an era from Our Greatest Generation.

This production is a family fun filled timeless entertainment gem that will make the entire family grin from ear to ear. I highly recommend that you take in a performance of this classic this week at the fabulous Fox Theater.