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Universal Studios Orlando holds an annual holiday celebration based on a classic Christmas movie – “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.” theoldglobe.This blog post is your ultimate guide to Universal Studios Grinchmas 2023! We all know when you think of Christmas, you think of all the wonderful decorations, the winter snow, and some of the best holiday movies you watch on repeat. Apparently, nearly everyone. The production runs through December 31. Even the performance begins on time, a rare occurrence these days. Singing voices are strong in both solo and choral delivery, there is not a weak voice in the bunch. There are 28 cast members, 12 youngsters, and 16 adults. Grinch.” Audiences often know the songs and sometimes sing along, since performances encourage interaction.Įvery member of the large cast is completely professional. These are major undertakings to enable production of this light-hearted musical which is packed with terrific songs, including audience favorites “One of a Kind” and “You’re a Mean One, Mr. The Mount Crumpit set weighs over a thousand pounds. Four loads of laundry must be done following every show, and they include 21 pairs of gloves, six pairs of bloomers, and even oven mitts. The Grinch drinks 20 ounces of water each performance. To give an idea of what is involved in putting this show together, consider there are 34 wigs and hairpieces used, seven hats worn each performance, four sleighs, 42 pairs of shoes, and 24 prop presents on stage. Choreography has been embellished by Bob Richard. Musical director and conductor of the Who-chestra is Elan McMahan. Seuss (Theodor Geisel) imagination, with some deserved credit to scenic designer John Lee Beatty. The storybook set and the costumes are pure Dr. The music was composed by Mel Marvin, with book and lyrics by Timothy Mason. This show was originally conceived and directed by Jack O’Brien, and, based upon the original concept, has been modified and enhanced by director James Vasquez over the years.
In this flash of insight, Polec manages the moment of epiphany in a completely believable way, a tricky thing to do in a fairly brief moment. When Whoville responds to the robberies with characteristic love and well wishes for one another, the Grinch undergoes a remarkable transformation. In fact, the entire town is like that, and it really irritates him. He hates everything, but most of all, he hates Christmas, and he hatches a plot to dress as Santa Claus and on late Christmas Eve, travel down, via sleigh, from high on the mountain where he lives in isolation to the town of Whoville, shimmy down the chimney with his accomplice dog, Young Max, and steal all Whoville presents and decorations.(Old Max narrates the story of the play.) But, in the midst of trying to do so, he encounters little Cindy-Lou Who, and she shows him nothing but love and kindness. This beloved holiday is about loving people, not things, a message that causes us to feel better and more hopeful. His performance dominates the stage.Įverything about this Grinch is entertaining, with its simple message regarding the meaning of Christmas. Polec brings Grinch to life as an almost cartoon-like presence, which makes sense once you learn his take on Grinch is based on his viewing of the 1960s animated film while he was young. His name is Andrew Polec and Old Globe audiences may have first encountered this very physical actor in the summer 2021 production of Hair in the outdoor theatre. Significantly, there is a new lead cast member playing Grinch this season. He can howl as well as roar.His vocal range and volume levels are as impressive as they are commanding. Grinch roars, particularly at certain children, it’s pretty startling, in fact downright scary. Seuss’s How The Grinch Stole Christmas! Who are the Whos? The Whos live in Whoville, of course, and they love to celebrate Christmas. In contrast, the Grinch loathes Christmas. “Welcome Christmas,” sung by the Who Chorale, greets enthusiastic audiences at the 24th annual production of Dr.
Having been at the first production of Grinch in 1998 and having eaten a magnificent meal of Who-food afterward offers some perspective regarding this much beloved show. Young or old, it appeals to the best in people. Many generations of San Diegans and visitors kick off their holiday seasons with a visit to The Old Globe’s annual Grinch production. Have you gotten your Grinch fix yet? You still have time. Image Credits Photography by Rich Soublet II
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