HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS

Safe Haven Ballet presents HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS. Choreographed by Miranda Bailey. The story of a lonely creature who tries to cancel Christmas by stealing the gifts & decorations from the homes of the nearby town of Whoville on Christmas Eve. This ballet is full of laughter, romance, & an important lesson about the true meaning of the holiday season. The Grinch is a unique interactive experience for audience members of all ages & learning opportunity that transforms our ballet stage into a vibrant classroom! In addition to the performance component of the production, audiences can look forward to a lecture demonstration on different dance forms & their history, stagecraft, & theater etiquette. This component will help young audience members to: -Broaden their cultural & global backgrounds when viewing performances of various genres originating from all parts of the world -Analyze, critique, & communicate ideas presented in a different perspective -Increase their attention stamina for auditory & visual media -Understand the importance of manners & showing respect for others in social situations. The performance is set to both classical music & contemporary holiday music & includes narration so each audience member has a clear understanding of the story & can fully appreciate the artistry of the professional dancers. This production strives to: -Provide a deep understanding of & appreciation for the art form of ballet -Educate the community & let our audience get to know the artists & company better, leaving them with a yearning to learn more about performing arts in New England Run Time: Approximately 95 minutes, including an intermission. Adult and Student prices are available for this event. Ticket prices include a per ticket service fee, varying from $6 – $9 depending on ticket price. Please Note: Tickets may not be resold for higher than face value. PortTIX reserves the right to cancel tickets or require tickets to be picked up with a valid ID if we have reason to suspect that tickets will be resold on a 3rd party site. See here for policies. Friday, November 20, 2026 6PM $58 / $48 / $38 *before fees A beautifully restored 1,900-seat performance venue, this majestic hall is one of the gems of Portland’s downtown Arts District and close to plenty of restaurants to grab a bite before the show. Merrill Auditorium is owned and operated by the City of Portland. Merrill Auditorium 20 Myrtle Street Portland, ME 04101