Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer JR
The holiday classic soars off the screen in this musical adaptation of the beloved television special. Performed Dec. 1–17, 2023, on the Spotlight Youth Theatre main stage.
Script Adaptation by Robert Penola
Music and Lyrics by Johnny Marks
Arrangements by Timothy Splain
Orchestrations by William C. White
Based on the animated television special “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” adapted from the story by Robert L. May and the song by Johnny Marks
About This Production
Filled with holiday hits like “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” and “A Holly Jolly Christmas,” Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer JR features all of your favorite characters including Santa and Mrs. Claus, Hermey the Elf, Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster, Clarice, Yukon Cornelius and, of course, Rudolph. It’s an adventure that teaches us that what makes you different can be what makes you special.
Because of his shiny nose, Rudolph doesn’t feel like he belongs in Christmastown and sets off to find a place that accepts him. Along his journey, he encounters fellow misfits, only to realize that home is where he has belonged the whole time. When a storm threatens to keep Santa’s sleigh from taking flight, it’s up to Rudolph to save Christmas!
Cast
| Role(s) | Performer(s) |
|---|---|
| Cast of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer | |
| Rudolph | Aiden Haren |
| Sam | Elin Williams |
| Santa Claus | Griffin Wilbur |
| Mrs. Claus | Kate Logan |
| Hermey | AJ Riddle |
| Yukon Cornelius | Alix Knight |
| Young Rudolph/Elephant | Bennett Riddle |
| Donner | Phoenix Solera |
| Mrs. Donner/Dolly | Abby Baumbach |
| Fireball/Plane | Daniel Parascandola |
| Clarice | Serena Shorey |
| Boss Elf/Charlie In-the-Box | Ayden Newton |
| Abominable Snowman | Cory Kalman |
| Herald Reporter/Reindeer | Lyric Sharpe |
| Daily Mail Rep/Reindeer | Cora Hancock |
| Train/Reindeer | Belle Torres |
| Clarice’s Dad/Bird Fish | Finley Wilbur |
| Coach Comet/Cowboy | Peyton Johns |
| King Moonracer/Elf | Kingston Petty-Purcell |
| Chronicler Reporter/Elf | Isabella Hines |
| Chicago Reporter/Elf | Liberty Sharpe |
| Misfit Toy/Elf | Adelaide J. Bankhead Sheets |
Production Team
| Role(s) | Team Member(s) |
|---|---|
| Director | Marielle Czajkowski |
| Music Director | Josh Hontz |
| Choreographer | Katie Czajkowski |
| Costume Design | Makayla Jewell |
| Set Design | Brianna Funk |
| Becky Funk | |
| Sound Design | Nevaeh Monk |
| Prop Design | Kenny and Vicki Grossman |
| Light Design | Addi Lauder |
| Hair and Makeup | VIcki Jensen |