Does It’s a Wonderful Life make you gag? Do you yearn for a less saccharine take on the Christmas spirit? If so, check out The Santaland Diaries. David Sedaris’ NPR essays formed the basis for this Joe Mantello adaptation, which describes the absurdity of the season through the eyes of a Macy’s Christmas elf. Not recommended for the kiddies, by the way. Runs through Dec. 22. Thu-Sat, 8 p.m.; Sun, 2:30 p.m. Actor’s Theatre, 650 East Stonewall St. 704-342-2251. www.actorstheatrecharlotte.org.
This article appears in Dec 12-18, 2007.
