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Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (Chicago)

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Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (Chicago) Tickets

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Rating: 4.4 out of 5 based on 127 reviews

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The beloved stop-motion classic RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER: THE MUSICAL™ and his friends soar off the screen and onto the stage this holiday season. From fleeing the Abominable Snow Monster™ to saving Christmas, join RUDOLPH ® and his friends Clarice™, Hermey the Elf™ and Yukon Cornelius™ as their adventures teach us that what makes you different can be what makes you special. Don't miss this wonderful holiday tradition that speaks to the little misfit in all of us.
Honoring the tradition of the original animated television special, Emerald City Theatre and First Stage bring to life the magical world of the North Pole in a large-scale, spectacle-filled musical with all the classic songs. RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER: THE MUSICAL™ is appropriate for all ages.
Adapted from the Animated Television Special "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer ®" and all elements from the 1964 television special "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" © and TM, presented under license from Character Arts, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

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Rating: 4.4 out of 5 based on 127 reviews
  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Fabulous show!

    by TeacherMom83 on 12/31/13Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place - Chicago

    This production of "Rudolph" was a great event to take kids of all ages to. If you grew up watching this show on TV or you've never seen it before, you will be delighted it! The scenery was amazing and so true to the TV original. Great acting - even the kids were super! Highly recommended!!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    happy holiday play

    by constructionmom on 12/31/13Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place - Chicago

    Most enjoyable..grandsons 2 & 3 years old..had a great time!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 12/31/13Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place - Chicago

    Show and sets were spectacular!! It is perfectly scripted to the greatest animated feature of all time..

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Kids LOVED it

    by sprout410 on 12/30/13Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place - Chicago

    Hey, it's not the Goodman, but for a children's performance this was all I could ask for. We would definitely return.

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 12/30/13Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place - Chicago

    Alcohol should not be served at an event for small children. I had to sit next to a couple who were drunk when they arrived and made a scene throughout the play. The ticket website did not indicate that lap tickets for infants could be purchased for only $4

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 12/29/13Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place - Chicago

    Such a perfect way to enhance the Christmas spirit with your little ones

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Rudolph is fun for the entire family

    by Danskagirl on 12/29/13Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place - Chicago

    A wonderful production in a lovely theater. It is just like the classic claymation version of Rudolph from the 1960's. We had premium seats, just left of center section. My two suggestions are: (1) we could see back stage from our viewpoint -- the producers/directors need to fix that problem pronto because its disappointing to see the inner workings of the production and watch actors abandon their stage presence once they believe they're out of view; (2) the abominable snow man puppeteers need to work on making a little more magic with their huge puppet -- it looked clumsy and hard to handle, which is not really what you're going for.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 12/29/13Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place - Chicago

    What a great adaptation of the classic show! The show was such fun!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Wonderful holiday event for all!

    by A555555555 on 12/29/13Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place - Chicago

    The play was wonderful and the actors, both adults and children, were full of life and very engaging. I don't want to give away any details so I won't but I will say that the way they staged the secondary, non-live, characters was very clever. At first I thought it would be distracting but then I got caught up in the action and it became very natural and part of the background. The theater itself is relatively small and cozy. I don't think there is a "bad" seat in the house. I hope to see other plays there.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Rudolph sure to become a holiday tradition!

    by JPJH on 12/28/13Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place - Chicago

    One of the best holiday performances I've ever seen. Move over Christmas Carol. Better than A Christmas Story.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Rudolph the red Nosed Reindeer

    by RadTech52 on 12/27/13Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place - Chicago

    A Christmas tradition brought to the stage. A whole new experience.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 12/26/13Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place - Chicago

    My husband 13 year old son, 7 Year old daughter and I loved the show!!!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Rudolf was a fun family event!

    by luscianna on 12/26/13Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place - Chicago

    My kids and I enjoyed the play. They did a great job with a classic!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by MBSM80 on 12/26/13Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place - Chicago

    Very good. I would highly recommend this play to anyone and the children loved it.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Absolutely wonderful!!!!!!!

    by bumbleishous on 12/25/13Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place - Chicago

    For those of us that grew up watching this on tv every year, you will not be disappointed. Would recommend for all ages. Brilliantly done, it really added to the Holiday season this year! The actors were terrific!!!!!!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Adorable show for adults and kids!

    by MicheD on 12/24/13Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place - Chicago

    It was very true to the storyline we all know and love. Adorable and clever use of puppets. Kids and adults will enjoy.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Rudolph

    by AuntMissa on 12/24/13Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place - Chicago

    My husband says he saw Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer for the first time when he was 4 yrs old. He is now 54 and I took him as a surprise date night. He was surprised and was so excited...I think he was 4 yrs old again. The cast was awesome and it followed the story line so well! We went over 3 wks ago and he is still talking about it.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 12/24/13Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place - Chicago

    Great musical! Characters were on point. Would see it again.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by tomoch on 12/24/13Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place - Chicago

    Great recreation of the Stopmotion classic! They did a great job!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Rudolph and cast were wonderful

    by TKokc on 12/24/13Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place - Chicago

    My wife and I decided to get away for weekend before Christmas. We chose Chicago and I wanted to surprise her with a theater play. What a great experience Rudolph the red nose reindeer what the cast lead by Cornelius the snowman was outstanding. I know this is not a major high dollar reduction but for what it's worth it was fantastic.