A guide to local theater productions. List new events online at nwitimes.com/app/calendar/events and to Marge Kullerstrand at margaret.kullerstrand@nwi.com

A FABULOUS 50'S CHRISTMAS | Hammond

Nov. 27, 28, 29, Dec. 4, 5, 6, 11, 12 and 13 (Note: Dec. 6 and 13 are sold-out) at the Towle Community Theater, 5205 Hohman Ave., Directed by Jeff Casey with musical Direction by Valerie Cook. The show style pays homage to the Perry Como and Andy William’s Christmas specials of the 1950’s & 60’s complete with original vocal arrangements and commercials from the era. Show t imes are 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are $15. Doors are locked once the show has started. Cast includes Kevin Bellamy, Deidre Danek, Gene Dunham, Bess Fary, Christian Fary, Noel Fary, Renee Jeanette Giragos, Morgan Papesh, Shawn A. Smith, Kay Wagman, Faith Wentz.

FYI: (219) 937-8780

THE CHRISTMAS SCHOONER | Munster

The story of the brave Michigan shipping campain who sails Christmas Trees accross Lake Michigan is being perfomed now through Dec. 20 at the Theatre at the Center, 1040 Ridge Road. Performances are at 8 p.m. Fridays; 2:30 and 8 p.m. Saturdays; and 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Free parking behind the theater. Tickets are $36 to $40.

FYI: (219) 836-3255 or (800) 511-1552 or http//www.theatreatthecenter.org

FOOTLOOSE | Chicago Heights

Bloom High School students will present three performances of the musical play "Footloose" on Nov. 20 and 21. Show times will be 7 p.m. Nov. 20, and 2 and 7 p.m. Nov. 21, in the Workman Auditorium at Bloom, 101 W. 10th St. "Footloose" is an adaptation of the 1984 film of the same name. The musical play's plot tells the story of a young man from the city living in a puritanical small town where dancing and rock 'n' roll are forbidden. Tickets are $6 for adults, $5 for students and senior citizens with an ID; children ages 5 and younger are free. Tickets will be available at the auditorium box office.

FYI: (708) 755-1122

PERFORMANCE | Hammond

The Bishop Noll Institute Theatre Department presents "Cinderella" at 7 p.m. Nov. 20 and 21 and at 2 p.m. Nov. 22. Tickets are $5 for students, $6 for adults. Bishop Noll is at 1519 Hoffman St.

FYI: (219) 932-9058, ext. 1114.

WILLY WONKA | Valparaiso

Nov. 20 through Dec. 6 at Chicago Street Theatre, 154 W. Chicago. Directed by Stephanie Naumoff and Becky Fox, assisted by Kimberly Meyne and Ronald Dahlıs. This timeless story of the world-famous candy man and his quest to find an heir comes to life in this stage adaptation of "Charlie and The Chocolate Factory," which features the songs from the classic family film "Willy Wonka And The Chocolate Factory." Performances are 7 p.m. Nov. 20, 27 and Dec. 4 and 2:30 and 7 p.m. Nov. 21, 22, 28, 29, Dec. 5 and 6and Sunday. Tickets are $18 for adults, $15 for seniors and for students. Tickets are available at the Chicago Street Theatre box office, 154 W. Chicago St. Call to reserve seating.

FYI: (219) 464-1636 or http://www.ctgonline.org

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS | Whiting

The musical "Little Shop of Horrors" is presented at the Marian Theatre Guild in Whiting on Saturdays and Sundays, Nov. 21, and 22. Saturday evening performances are 8:15 p.m. with dinner/theatre packages available. Reservations for dinner/theatre are required. Sunday matinee performances at 3 p.m. Seniors/students are $10 and adults are $12. Call the box office for reservations. The Marian Memorial Auditorium is at 119th Street and Lincoln Avenue.

FYI: (219) 473-7555

YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU | Cedar Lake

L'arc en Ciel Theatre LCTG presents that timeless classic comedy, "You Can't Take it with You." A family of eccentrics teaches the stuffed shirts of the business world how to relax and to love unconditionally. Dinner served 6:30 p.m. Nov 20 with 8 p.m. show. Dinner served 12:30 p.m. Sunday Nov. 22 with 2 p.m. show at Great Oaks Dinner Theatre, 13109 Wicker Ave. Tickets are adults $30, seniors $27, children $25 to age 12. Reservations requested.

FYI: (219) 365-3197 or (219) 365-3197

THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA | Chesterton

Through Nov. 22 at the 4th Street Theater, 125. N. 4th St., will present a musical. book by Craig Lucas, music and lyrics by Adam Guettel and directed by Glenn Hering. Curtain is at 8 p.m. Sunday matinee's are at 3 p.m. Tickets may be reserved by phone. Because of limited seating, reservations are strongly suggested. Ticket are $15. If you have special seating requirements, please tell us about them when reserving the tickets.

FYI: (219) 926-7875 or http://www.4thStreetNCCA.org

STEEL MAGNOLIAS | Hobart

7 p.m. Nov. 20, 21 and 3 p.m. Nov. 22 performed by the Hobart Theatre Department at Hobart High School, 36 E. 8th St. The performance will be preceeded by a 25 minute one-act comedy, "Imperfect Proposal" by Lisa Parry. Tickets are $8 adults, $7 for seniors, and $6 for students, and are available from the Theatre Deparment or by phone. Ticket price covers admission to both shows.

FYI: (219) 942-8521, ext. 8193

MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET | Chicago

The play with music based on the 1947 film presented by Porchlight Music Theatre at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays;

2:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Jan. 3 at the Theatre Building, 1225 W. Belmont Ave. (at Racine.) Tickets are $40, discounts for students and seniors

FYI: (773) 327-5252 or (312) 423-6612 or (866) 809-3075

OPEN AUDITIONS | Hammond

Hammond Community Theatre will hold open auditions for the dark comedy, "Betty's Summer Vacation", written by Christopher Durang and Directed by C. Dale Kelley. There are roles for nine adults. Due to the strong language and content of this show, all performers must be at least 18 years of age. Auditions and performances will be at Beatniks on Conkey, 418 Conkey St. Auditions will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Nov. 22 and 6:30 to 9 p.m. Nov. 23. For more information, and directions, visit http:www.hammondcommunitytheatre.org call the director at Cdale52253@aol.com.

FYI: (219) 838-6464

THE CHRISTMAS CAROL | Hammond

Beatniks will host Grant Fitch "the Story Teller" on Thanksgiving weekend to present his one man rendition of "The Christmas

Carol" at 7 p.m. Nov. 28 and 2 p.m. Nov. 29 (doors open an hour early.) Tickets are $10 adults and $5 for children, refreshments are included. Beatniks is at 418 Conkey St. Call for reservations.

FYI: (219) 852-0848 or beatniksonconkey.com

BLUE MAN GROUP DINNER SPECIAL | Chicago

A Chicago must-see has partnered with one of Chicago’s must-eats for a fabulous group entertainment package. This holiday season, guests can enjoy dinner at Mia Francesca and see the acclaimed Blue Man Group. Now through Dec. 31, groups of 15 or more can enjoy a family-style meal, 4 and 5 courses, at Mia Francesca, the first of the Francesca’s Restaurants. After dinner, groups will experience an exciting performance by the Blue Man Group at the Briar Street Theater. The package is available for all show dates and times, and pricing begins at $79 per person for the show and “Picollo” family-style menu. Tax and gratuity are also included in the pricing.An open-ended run at Briar Street Theatre, 3133 N. Halsted St. Performance times and dates vary. Tickets prices are $64, $54, $49.

FYI: (773) 348-3300 or chicagogroups@bluemangroup.com