Elf: The Musical Plays in Vancouver at the Stanley Until December 31

There are so many festive Christmas events in Vancouver this year, but this is one of our most anticipated! Join Buddy the Elf on his tunefully exciting expedition from the North Pole to New York City in Elf: The Musical, playing November 2nd to December 31st at the Arts Club Theatre Company’s Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage.

Buddy (Andrew McNee) is bigger than all the other elves and has poor toy-making abilities, sparking doubt on whether he is an elf. With Santa’s (Tom Pickett) permission, he embarks on an unforgettable journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity.

Buddy is determined to win over his new family with Christmas cheer, syrupy spaghetti, and heartfelt songs. But what’s an elf to do when his dad, Walter (Andrew Wheeler), is on the naughty list and his half-brother, Michael (Rickie Wang), doesn’t even believe in the man in red? Audiences of all ages can frolic in this romp that’s part family reunion, part rom-com, and full of heart and humour.

Director Stephen Drover said, “At its core, the story is about joy, being together as a family, and the power of belief. If you love Christmas, if you loved the movie, and if the idea of eight tap-dancing Santas gets you excited, Elf: The Musical is for you!”

Ashlie Corcoran, the Arts Club’s Artistic Director, added, “I’ve always loved the humour, charm, and sheer silliness of the film Elf, and I find the musical to be equally delightful, surprising, and joyful. I am so thrilled that Andrew McNee will be leading our Ensemble as Buddy the Elf, and I’m over the moon about our deeply talented creative team led by Stephen
Drover as the director, Julie Tomaino as the choreographer, and Ken Cormier as the music director.”

The Arts Club’s production of Elf: The Musical features 19 cast members, including understudies; a 10-person strong children’s chorus; and eight musicians. For more information and to purchase your tickets, visit the Arts Club Theatre.

WHEN

Elf: The Musical plays from November 2nd to December 31st, 2023.

• EVENINGS: Tuesday to Thursday at 7:30 PM; Friday and Saturday at 8:00 PM
• MATINEES: Wednesday at 1:30 PM; Saturday and Sunday at 2:00 PM
• Sunday Salon: Sunday, November 12 at 2:00 PM
• Talkback Tuesday: Tuesday, November 21 at 7:30 PM
• VocalEye performances: Sunday, December 3 at 2:00 PM; Friday, December 8 at 8:00 PM

WHERE

Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage
2750 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6H 3J3

TICKETS

Ticket prices start at $39 and are available through the Arts Club Theatre site.

Disclosure: I received media tickets in exchange for sharing this information. Photos courtesy of Jeremy Daniel/Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical.