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WHITE CHRISTMAS Irving Berlin musical direct from broadway. Tells the story of two showbiz buddies who perform in a magical Vermont inn and find their ideal mates in the process. Dec. 7, 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 8, 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 9, 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 10, 8 p.m.; Dec. 11, 2 p.m. & 8 p.m.; Dec. 12, 1:30 p.m. & 7 p.m. Ovens Auditorium, 2700 E. Independence Blvd, 704-372-3600. www.ovensauditorium.com.
THE DAY THEY SHOT JOHN LENNON This play, by James McClure, is comprised of interwoven stories of New Yorkers that gather to pay tribute to John Lennon after he was shot to death. Dec. 9-18. Carolina Actors Studio Theatre (CAST), 1118 Clement Ave. 704-455-8542. www.nccast.com.
NUTCRACKER The holiday classic, choreographed by Artistic Director Jean-Pierre Bonnefoux, follows the young Clara who receives a magical Nutcracker doll from her mysterious uncle. As the nutcracker comes alive, Clara embarks on a journey to an enchanting land of snow and sweets. Presented by North Carolina Dance Theatre. Dec. 10, 7 p.m.; Dec. 11, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.; Dec. 12, 2 p.m.; Dec. 17, 7 p.m.; Dec. 18, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.; Dec. 19, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. Belk Theater, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-372-1000. www.blumenthalcenter.org.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Adapted by John Jakes from the novel by Charles Dickens. The grumpy Scrooge is visited by Christmas Past, Christmas Present and Christmas Future, which opens his heart experiencing holiday joy. Dec. 10, 7 p.m.; Dec. 11, 2:30 p.m. & 7 p.m.; Dec. 12, 2:30 p.m.; Dec. 16, 7 p.m.; Dec. 17, 7 p.m.; Dec. 18, 2:30 p.m. & 7 p.m.; Dec. 19, 2:30 p.m. $7-$20. Theatre Charlotte, 501 Queens Road. 704-376-3777. www.theatrecharlotte.org.
