One of America’s most beloved Christmas stories is coming to Uptowne Galion as Galion High School presents Miracle on 34th Street at the Galion Community Theatre November 20 through 22.
Directed by Beth Anne and Rachel Jarvis, the production brings audiences the familiar tale of Kris Kringle, an elderly gentleman who takes a job playing Santa Claus at Macy’s department store in New York City. But Kris is no ordinary department store Santa. He insists he is the real thing. His unusual approach to Christmas shopping, which includes directing customers to competing stores when Macy’s cannot meet their needs, wins the affection of shoppers while raising questions among his employers.
When Kris’s claim to be Santa Claus lands him in a courtroom competency hearing, the story becomes a test of faith, generosity, and the power of believing. At its heart is Susan Walker, a young girl whose skepticism about Santa Claus is challenged by her friendship with Kris.
A Holiday Favorite For Generations
The story became an American Christmas tradition with the release of the 1947 film starring Edmund Gwenn, Maureen O’Hara, and Natalie Wood. The Academy Award-winning classic has since inspired numerous stage adaptations and a 1994 film remake.
Its enduring popularity is evident this November, with theatrical productions scheduled during the same weekend in Galion, Georgia, South Carolina, and Indiana.
For Galion audiences, the production offers an opportunity to enjoy a familiar holiday favorite while supporting local student performers.
Three Chances To Believe
All performances will take place at the Galion Community Theatre, 127 Harding Way West, with the following schedule:
- Friday, November 20, at 7:30 PM
- Saturday, November 21, at 7:30 PM
- Sunday, November 22, at 2:00 PM
Reserved-seat tickets are $10, plus a $1.68 online ticketing fee, and are available through the official ticketing page. With Thanksgiving just days away, Galion High School’s Miracle on 34th Street offers families an early invitation to rediscover the wonder of Christmas.
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