John Waters loves Christmas, and he wants you to know. The legendary cult-filmmaker takes to the stage with his traditional one-man monologue, extolling the virtues of everyone's favorite holiday, from offering advice on Christmas films and music to asking the important questions you've always wanted to be answered by the people's pervert, such as 'Is Santa erotic?'

Arlington Theater's annual Nutcracker performance is always the highlight of the calendar! This year's production boasts a cast including professional guest artists, student dancers from the Santa Barbara Festival Ballet and the Santa Barbara Symphony all joining forces to create some real holiday magic for audiences spanning across the generations.

Elf: The Musical is the hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan who accidentally crawls into Santa's sack of gifts and is taken to the North Pole. Buddy is raised unaware that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. The heartwarming musical follows Buddy on his quest for his real family, as well as bringing much-needed Christmas spirit to the city of New York.

The holidays are on the way and what's more Christmassy than the carols? If you're in the mood for a festive sing-a-long, our friends at fever have you covered with this wonderful yuletide concert, featuring all your favorite carols played by a talented string quartet in an evocative candlelit venue. So Come All Ye Faithful and enjoy a not-so-Silent Night of Joy To The World!

The glory of The Granada sings as State Street Ballet returns with its lavishly staged production of The Nutcracker, choreographed by Rodney Gustafson. Featuring the talents of the Opera San Luis Obispo Grand Orchestra, professional artists and students from the State Street Ballet Academy, this festive treat is brimming with artistry and comedy, glittering sets and costumes, and is sure to fill you and your family with the holiday spirit!

Join a cast of champion dancers from world renowned shows for a festive Irish celebration that combines music-making, storytelling, dance & laughter to create unforgettable Irish Christmas. With stars from Riverdance, Lord of the Dance and more, along with the glorious music of the Emerald Isle, you can be certain of a warm Irish welcome!