EVENTS

Wrapped up with a bow: Holiday events onstage

Kerry Lengel, Randy Cordova, and Ed Masley

Eric Williams as Buddy in the national touring company of "Elf The Musical."

For many of us, the holidays just aren't the holidays unless we get to see "The Nutcracker" onstage, or hear Handel's "Messiah," or enjoy Alice Cooper's Christmas Pudding.

With dozens of concerts and plays onstage in the Valley, there is definitely something for everyone — even for humbugs.

Not sure what you're in the mood for? Click on the links below to find all the holiday listings. Try something new this year — you might just create a new tradition.

Theater
Pop concerts
Classical/choral
Dance

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