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‘Matilda the Musical’ at the Erie Playhouse Dates: A wide variety of dates in December (Check the website for the schedule.) Address: 13 West 10th Street, Erie Contact: erieplayhouse.org, or 814.454.2852 Something magical is about to happen this holiday season at the Erie Playhouse! An international sensation, “Matilda” is the story of an extraordinary little girl with extraordinary powers. The daughter of neglectful parents, she finds refuge in library books. Things are no better at school, where Matilda also must face a cruel headmistress. She finds companionship in her teacher, Miss Honey, who, though well-intentioned, is shy and fragile. Brave little Matilda knows she has to stand up against the adults in her world and, in so doing, discovers her own remarkable powers. Visit the website for information on purchasing tickets and other details. ‘Messiah’ by Erie Philharmonic Chorus Date: Dec. 8 Time: 7:30 p.m. Address: First Presbyterian Church of the Covenant, 250 West 7th Street, Erie Contact: eriephil.org, or 814.455.1377 A holiday musical tradition in Erie! Become instantly inspired by the phenomenal Erie Philharmonic’s performance of the Christmas portion of George Frideric Handel’s “Messiah” with orchestra and professional soloists. Visit the website for information on purchasing tickets and other details. 42 724.942.0940 TO ADVERTISE ❘ icmags.com A Motown Christmas Date: Dec. 12 Address: Warner Theatre, 811 State Street, Erie Contact: eriewarnertheatre.com, or 814.453.7117 “A Motown Christmas,” starring The Motown Experience, kicks off the holiday season with a family-oriented Christmas spectacular! The Motown Experience is a world-class vocal group assembled from past and present members of three of Motown’s most legendary groups: The Temptations, The Miracles and The Capitols. A Motown Christmas is a powerful show combining greatest hits with favorite holiday classics. Visit the website for information on purchasing tickets and other details. ‘A Storybook Christmas’ by Mercyhurst Civic Orchestra & Concert Choir Date: Dec. 9 Address: Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center, Mercyhurst University, 501 East 38th Street, Erie Contact: miac.mercyhurst.edu, or 814.824.3000 A holiday treat for all! This holiday concert features the D’Angelo Department of Music Concert Choir and Civic Orchestra. Visit the website for information on purchasing tickets and other details. Keep it Active ERC Snowflake 5k Run Date: Dec. 8 Time: 10 a.m. Address: Presque Isle State Park Rotary Pavilion, 1 Peninsula Drive, Erie Contact: erierunners.club Snow or no snow, the race is on! Do something good for others while doing something good for your health by participating in the Erie Runners Club Snowflake 5k—a race that benefits local charities. Visit the website for registration details and for more information.