Reviews and Recognition

“How exciting to get Santa to play himself! This was a strong supporting performance, as Santa handled his interactions with the audience very well. There was great comedy throughout, especially the physical comedy with the sleigh. The ad-libs and references to the local area were very funny. Thank you to Neil Silcock, Santa’s personal assistant, for getting Santa ready for the stage!” – NODA

Nominations – NODA North West District 8

• Neil Silcock – Santa – Best Supporting Male Character in a Musical

Summary

Based on the award-winning Will Ferrell film, Elf the Musical tells the heart-warming and hilarious tale of Buddy the Elf, who leaves the North Pole to find his real father in New York City. Faced with the reality that his father is on Santa’s naughty list and with a half-brother who doesn’t even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to spread cheer, win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas.

Featuring delightful characters and catchy songs performed by a truly talented 12-piece live band, this show is guaranteed to put you in the Christmas spirit and leave you feeling ‘Sparklejollytwinklejingley’ all the way until Christmas day.

Production team

• Director: Lou Steggals
• Musical Director: Craig Price
• Choreographer: Jessica Martin

Credits

• Book by Thomas Meehan & Bob Martin
• Music by Matthew Sklar
• Lyrics by Chad Beguelin
• Based on the New Line Cinema film by David Berenbaum.

This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International. All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI www.MTIShows.co.uk