THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER
By Barbara Robinson
Directed by Joel Barker & Marc Hammes
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Mayhem in the manger! In The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, when the rowdy Herdman kids unexpectedly take center stage in the annual holiday show, the entire town braces for disaster. Instead, their hilarious antics lead to an unforgettable celebration of community, empathy, and the true meaning of Christmas. Don’t miss this beloved, heartwarming comedy!
Rated: G
PERFORMANCES:
December 4, 5, 11, 12, 18 & 19, 2026 at 8pm
December 12 & 20 at 2pm
*December 15 at 7:30pm
*Fifteen-Dollar Tuesday! - Tuesday, December 15 performance ONLY - tickets are $15 each.
LOCATION: On Stage Playhouse, 215 High School Avenue, Monroe, Georgia
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TICKET INFORMATION:
General tickets go on sale online and at Carmichael Drug in Monroe on November 20, 2026.
All tickets are $25 each, unless noted.
*NOTE: You may only use cash or check when purchasing tickets at Carmichael Drug in Monroe. Credit cards must be used for online sales.
*Online ticket sales will stop one hour before performances and any available tickets will be sold at the door. We will note if a performance is sold out/tickets are available in the ticket sales links.
​*THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER is presented by special arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc.
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Proudly Sponsored By STERTZBACH ADVISORS
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We were thrilled with the incredible turnout, but were almost overwhelmed by the immense talent and energy shown! We had over 50 actors audition so we had some difficult decisions to make.
Please remember all of the options that are available to you this season. We also have a great need for help with set construction, light/sound crews.
Thanks again for your time and sharing your talent!
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The Production Team
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BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER Cast
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Heather Gruver — GRACE BRADLEY
Tyler Hamilton — BOB BRADLEY
Evelyn Opsomer — BETH BRADLEY
Brady Barr — CHARLIE BRADLEY
Milo Burdette — RALPH HERDMAN
Sofia Franco Ruggiero — IMOGENE HERDMAN
Deacon Griffeth — LEROY HERDMAN
Scarlett Luthi — CLAUDE HERDMAN
Alice Cheney — OLLIE HERDMAN
Rowan Downs — GLADYS HERDMAN
Doug Barr — REVEREND HOPKINS
Callisto Mills — EL HOPKINS
Addy Friedman — ALICE WENDLEKEN
Adrienne Gruver — MAXINE
Emma McGahee — HOBIE/DAVID
Tori Hernandez — BEVERLY/SHIRLEY
Arya Song — JUANITA/DORIS
Kathy Byrne — MRS. HELEN ARMSTRONG
Paige Hood — MRS. IRMA SLOCUM
Kayce Lumpkin — MRS. EDNA MCCARTHY/MRS. CLARK
Victoria Lane — MRS. CLAUSING/FIREMAN
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*Some cast members will also double as Angel Choir Members, Angels & Shepherds.
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Congratulations to the cast! We will have our first read-through on Tuesday, September 22, 6:30–8:30pm. All cast & parents of under age 18 actors will also meet for a brief meeting at 6:30pm. A read through for all actors will follow the meeting and a detailed schedule will be given. Please bring your schedules, a pencil and a highlighter.
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ALL cast MUST email the director at director@onstagewalton.org to accept your role and get more first rehearsal information.