​December 16, 17, 18, and 19, 2021 at 6pm
​Hilton Garden Inn

​​​Individual Tickets - $72
​Table of 8 - $565
Table of 10 - $670
To check out ticket availability for remaining performances, call the PAC Box Office at 605-394-1786.

*​*Masks are required in the lobby and when moving through the ballroom**
**Masks are NOT required when seated at your table**

A medley of your favorite holiday shows, this year’s fundraiser follows the Pistachios gang as they learn the true meaning of Christmas. Bringing together the BHCT community, including members of the Well Done Players, BHCT’s Broken Lemons Playwriting Group, and other denizens of the Black Hills, BHCT’S Holiday Show Extravaganza; or, How Krampus (Almost) Stole Christmas is a show designed to highlight the diversity of our Rapid City community. ​

MENU
Appetizers
Smoked Salmon Canapé
Roasted Tenderloin Crostini
 Salad
Blue Cheese Wedge
Choice of Entrée
Vegetarian Stuffed Bell Pepper
Wild Mushroom Cream Chicken
Apple Roasted Pork Tenderloin
served with roasted root vegetables and wild rice
 Dessert
Peach Brandy Bread Pudding

As they attempt to put on a Christmas Pageant, "Chuck", "Ethel", and "Schubert" encounter hardships that test their holiday spirit. Chuck’s family leaves him Home Alone, fending for himself against thieves who want to steal Christmas. Meanwhile, after Ethel gets frustrated with the gang for not taking the Christmas Pageant seriously, she comes home to find out her father has been transferred to a new job in St. Louis. With the help of BHCT’s Well Done Players, Ethel learns what makes a South Dakota Christmas so special. Will she stay? Or will she go? Finally, the talented pianist, Schubert, feels stifled by the artistic opportunities in Rapid City. Visited by three spirits, Schubert is taken through a journey of what his life would have looked like if he had left his hometown. Interwoven in the story are hidden holiday show references, your favorite holiday musical numbers to sing-along to, and opportunities for the audience to get involved! 

Written specially for our BHCT audience, you may find yourself a character in this interactive show! Will the Pistachios learn the true meaning of Christmas? You’ll have to come to BHCT’S Holiday Show Extravaganza; or, How Krampus (Almost) Stole Christmas to find out!

Featuring the Dynamix!

The Dynamix are a diverse group of women with a common love of acappella singing. Dynamix songs embrace three-, four-, and five-part harmony arrangements in a wide variety of genres — including jazz, pop, barbershop, country, choral, gospel, and patriotic. The Dynamix strive for vocal excellence with emphasis upon kindness, enjoyment, positivity, camaraderie, and mutual support.

Vonnie Houchin, Music Director--wife, mother of four sons, classroom teacher of 35+ years, church music director, and lover of musical theater! Music directing at the Firehouse Brewing Theater, BHCT, & Black Hills Playhouse has brought depth to the joy that music brings to life. Vonnie hopes you enjoy the show, leave with light heart, and are singing the joy of this season!

Meredith Meersman, Pianist--Meredith once again brings her talented fingers (and voice) to the BHCT world. She has music directed several shows at BHCT and beyond. Her deep musical expertise and sharp wit make her a force to be reckoned with! Enjoy the music and the wonder of Christmas!

Holiday Show Extravaganza Cast

ALICIA GARCIA

Scrooge

ANN HENGEN

Mary Pat and Ethel's Mom

ASHLEY BURKHEAD

Chuck Beige

CASSANDRA FITTING

Ethel

CONNIE VINTON

Grinch

COY JENSEN

Chris Mascarol and Santa

CYNTHIA GRACE

Holly Daze and Clarence

JACKIE WALDIE

Schubert

LAREE MAYES

Merry, Kit Kat, Delivery Man, Mistletoe

LYNNE MAZZONE-OLNESS

Krampus

MARIAN REED

Mary Alice, Sam the Snowperson, and Tinsel

TISH EVANS

Mary Angela, Stockings, and Darcy

CAST:
Scrooge: Alicia Garcia
Krampus: Lynne Mazzone-Olness
Grinch: Connie Vinton
Chuck Beige: Ashley Burkhead
Ethel: Cassandra Fitting
Schubert: Jackie Waldie
Merry / Mistletoe: Laree Mayes
Mary Alice / Tinsel / Sam the Snowperson: Marian Reed
Holly Daze / Clarence: Cynthia Virgo Grace
Chris Mascarol / Santa: Coy Jensen
Mary Pat: Ann Hengen
Mary Angela / Stockings: Tish Evans
Peeper: Jayme Kilburn

PRODUCTION STAFF:
Director: Jayme Kilburn
Stage Manager: CaTina Jensen
Musical Director: Vonnie Houchin
Artistic Consultant: Ryan Puffer
Assistant Director: Amberlyn Johnson
Costume Designer: Jackie Mangall
Costume Assistants: Sarah Kehm and Jane Poss
Scenic Designer: Rodger Hartley
Lighting Designer: John Easton, Jr.
Props Designer: Rachel Snyder
Props Assistant: Sandy Berendes