Photography by Carrie Zukoski
Harry Connick Jr. | December 20
You might recognize him from Hope Floats. But he's a multiple Grammy and Emmy award winner with a couple of Tony nominations who carries his hometown of New Orleans into his work as a pianist and a vocalist. He has performed on multiple stages, including the should-be-mentioned Broadway. And now he's in St. Louis just before the holidays with plenty of fitting music. $52–$147. 7:30 p.m. Stifel Theatre, 1400 Market.
Panoramas of the City | Through March 24, 2019
This exhibit brings together more than 50 photographs taken using panoramic photography in the first half of the 20th century. St. Louis staples such as Cardinals games and Charles Lindbergh’s homecoming were captured. Now we can marvel at them all in one place. Free. Missouri History Museum, 5700 Lindell.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer | December 22 & 23
The stop-motion animated version is certainly a hallmark of the season and currently the center of controversy, but St. Louis is getting a live-action take. It's the same story you grew up watching with the same beloved characters such as Hermey the Elf, Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster, Clarice, Yukon Cornelius—but this time there is a lot more singing. $29–$82. Visit website for times and tickets. The Fox, 527 N Grand.
It's a Wonderful Life | December 21–23
Next Generation Theatre Co. is putting on the Christmas movie that makes us cry. This is your chance to hear that classic line about the moon live. Visit website for times and tickets. Florissant Civic Center Theater, 1 James J. Eagan.
Meet Me in St. Louie | December 21
Not to be confused with the classic film, this "Christmas Extravaganza" features the Pete Ayres Band, Lola, and local R&B group Fresh Heir. It's a great time to find new-to-you bands and feel some holiday cheer right before the big day on Tuesday. Bonus: There is an afterparty. Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. Delmar Hall, 6133 Delmar.
