Home For The Holidays:
A USO Christmas Spectacular
Written By Michael Walker
& Josh Levine
Home > Upcoming Shows & Events > Home For the Holidays
This world-premiere, family-friendly holiday celebration features a flurry of songs and jazz standards brought to life by a thrilling 1940’s USO tour. You’ll be transported to a simpler time with familiar tunes like “Holly, Jolly Christmas,” “Silver Bells,” and “I’ll Be Home for Christmas!” Inspired by Tuscaloosa talent and traditions, this new brand-new musical is being crafted just for YOU!
Auditions
-
Dates: Monday, Oct. 5 and Tuesday, Oct. 6
-
Time: 6:30 p.m.
-
Location: Wilson Carr Rehearsal Hall (Off the lobby of the Bean-Brown Theatre at Shelton State)
-
Callbacks: Wednesday, Oct. 7 at 6:30 p.m.
Performances
Flex ticket redemption starts Tuesday, Nov. 3.
All tickets go on sale Tuesday, Nov. 10.
Order season tickets to lock-in your Home For The Holidays seats today.
-
Thursday, Dec. 10, 2026 - 7:30 p.m. - Pay-What-You-Can
-
Friday, Dec. 11, 2026 - 7:30 p.m. - Opening Night
-
Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026 - 7:30 p.m.
-
Sunday, Dec. 13, 2026 - 2:00 p.m. - Matinee
-
Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2026 - 2:00 p.m. - Matinee
-
Thursday, Dec. 17, 2026 - 7:30 p.m.
-
Friday, Dec. 18, 2026 - 7:30 p.m.
-
Saturday, Dec. 19, 2026 - 2:00 p.m. - Matinee
-
Sunday, Dec. 20, 2026 - 2:00 p.m. - Matinee
Production Credits
Executive Producer/Director - Michael Walker
Vocal Music Director - Nicholas Vasilos Pappas
Orchestra Music Director - Osiris Molina
Technical Director - Wheeler Kincaid
Choreographer - Cole Cabiness
Stage Manager - TBD
Scenic Design - Scenic Design
Lighting Design - Alex Thomas
Costume Design - Jeanette Waterman
Sound Design - TBD
Managing Director - Adam Miller
Audience Services Manager - Sophie Webber
Cast of Characters
-
HOST/Don (quick-witted, charming, slightly cheeky)
-
Lady Q-Lead singer
-
Jack/Soldier 2
-
Mary/Annie
-
Joan/Piper
-
Kenny/Soldier 1
-
Maxene, Patty, and Judice (knock-off Andrews Sisters)
-
Ensemble (6)
-
Benny Bennington/Conductor
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
-
What is the running time of the production?
-
1hour 45 minutes
-
-
Will there be an intermission?
-
Yes
-
-
Should I bring the kids?
-
Yes. This play is appropriate for children of all ages.
-
-
What themes are explored in the play?
-
This play explores the themes of hope, patriotism, finding home, and nostalgia for a simpler time.
-
-
Does the play’s text contain offensive language?
-
No
-
-
Does the play contain violence?
-
No
-
-
Does the play contain the use of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs?
-
No
-
-
Does the play contain nudity or other adult situations?
-
No
-