The Mean Mr. Grinch is back for 2023!
The Mean Mr. Grinch is back for 2023!
Why see How the Grinch Stole Christmas?
look who's back
26 years of Grinchy fun!
Based on Dr. Seuss' classic book, How the Grinch Stole Christmas has become a true holiday classic, no more so than at San Diego's Old Globe Theater. Back for 2023, this family favorite festive musical is packed with laughs, heartwarming holiday spirit, and Dr. Seuss' renowned tongue-twisting whimsy.
The story follows the grumpy Grinch, a green-haired outcast who was teased as a child, and is determined to spoil Christmas for all the inhabitants of Whoville. Will the kindness of one tiny Who be enough to melt his icy heart?
How the Grinch Stole Christmas originally premiered on Broadway in 2006, under the supervision of Tony winner Jack O'Brien. This San Diego production is directed by James Vasquez,.
Key Information
Run Time
One hour and 25 minutes with one interval
Dates
Finished Dec 31, 2023
Cast
Edward Watts as Grinch
Abigail Estrella and Reese McCulloch alternate as Cindy-Lou
Robert J. Townsend as Papa Who
Bets Malone as Mama Who
Larry Raben as Grandpa Who
Nancy Snow Carr as Grandma Who
Josette Candelaria and Viviana Peji as Annie Who
Taylor Coleman and Faith Nibbe as Betty-Lou Who
Charlie Garton and John Perry Wishchuk as Boo Who
Giovanni Cozic and Levi Laddon as Danny Who
Ensemble
Gavin August, Emily Sade Bautista, Jacob Caltrider, Sadie Tess Coleman, Elisa Guerra, Kyrsten Hafso Koppman, Hayden Hartpence, Corey Jones, Breanna Laureti, Lindsay Mains, Lauen Livia Muehl, Kayla Pak, Daebreon Poiema, Claire Scheper, Edred Utomi, and Kelsey Venter. James Vasquez (Swing).
Creative
Directed by James Vasquez
Book and Lyrics by Timothy Mason
Music by Mel Marvin
Choreography by Bob Richard
Musical direction by Elan McMahan
Restaged choreography by James Vasquez
Set design by John Lee Beatty
Costume design by Robert Morgan
Lighting design by Pat Collins
Sound design by Paul Peterson
Reviews
Customer reviews
4 reviews, average rating: (3.8 Stars)
Roger E
Blown away
The show was truly amazing.
It made is laugh, cry and even sing out loud.
The talent was world class and they left us with something to talk about and remember from every scene.
This would be a great show to see with or without the whole family. ... Read more
Chris Halter
Amazing!
Mindblown by the cast that seems to mostly be Broadway-based actors/singers. The musical was far better than it was 5 years ago when I saw it last. The Grinch is incredible, as is all the cast, and o loved all tye funny bits and subtle audience engagement. Will definitely be back next year!! ... Read more
Anonymous
Great play
We took our son and granddaughter to this play as a Christmas gift. She loved it and we loved it. It was a great time! The cast was excellent. ... Read more
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