Drawing on the infinitely rich treasury of Ireland’s cultural heritage, Tomáseen Foley’s A Celtic Christmas is a re-creation of a night before Christmas in the West of Ireland in the 1940s, in the days before the motorcar, the television, and the telephone.

Now in its 28th season, this year’s show features some of the finest, most authentic exponents of the Celtic arts performing anywhere today, on either side of the Atlantic.

Traditionally, in the remote parish of Teampall an Ghleannáin – Tomáseen Foley’s birthplace – the neighbors gathered at each other’s farmhouses on the nights leading up to Christmas, bringing with them their fiddles, tin whistles, flutes, bodhráns, uilleann pipes, and, perhaps, most important of all, their unshakeable sense of community.

They gathered to raise the rafters of the old houses with the joy of their music, to knock sparks off the flagstone floor with their traditional dances – and, of course, to tell stories – they filled the night with the laughter of their stories.

A Celtic Christmas brings to life just such a night. On stage, the spirit of Christmas dances to life and glows brightly to create an Irish family feast – direct from the rich table of communal life in the west of Ireland.

CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE dazzles with a brilliant and whimsical family holiday spectacular at the Redding Civic Auditorium on Sunday, December 17, 2023.

This annual tradition wraps a Broadway-style production around an infusion of contemporary circus arts. As lights dim and the music swells, audiences will have visions of sugarplums dancing in their heads as a fantastical cast of holiday storybook characters come to life.

Featuring an ensemble of aerial circus acts, sleight-of-hand jugglers, fun-loving skippers, breath-catching acrobatics, and more, CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE features a world-renowned cast of performers accompanied by an original musical score including twists on favorites like Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree.

Imaginative and fun for the whole family, this production is sure to put a twinkle in your eye!

Doors open at 5:30 PM for the show starting at 7:00 PM.

Watch young Clara’s adventure unfold as Tchaikovsky’s score transports her to a land of dancing sweets.

Marvel at the stunning costumes, beautiful Sugar Plum Fairy, waltzing flowers, and toy soldiers. This enchanting production features all local Redding dancers.

Redding City Ballet is a nonprofit dedicated to bringing quality dance and arts education to the community.

Join the holiday tradition and support young dancers by attending one of the shows on December 8th at 7PM or December 9th at 1PM and 7PM.

Stick around after the 1PM Saturday show to meet characters at the Sugar Plum Tea Party.

Watch young Clara’s adventure unfold as Tchaikovsky’s score transports her to a land of dancing sweets.

Marvel at the stunning costumes, beautiful Sugar Plum Fairy, waltzing flowers, and toy soldiers. This enchanting production features all local Redding dancers.

Redding City Ballet is a nonprofit dedicated to bringing quality dance and arts education to the community.

Join the holiday tradition and support young dancers by attending one of the shows on December 8th at 7PM or December 9th at 1PM and 7PM.

Stick around after the 1PM Saturday show to meet characters at the Sugar Plum Tea Party.

At this Family Second Saturday event, celebrate winter with crafts, activities, and explorations of snow, winter traditions, and icy weather. Kids and families will enjoy educational fun while getting into the holiday spirit.

Watch young Clara’s adventure unfold as Tchaikovsky’s score transports her to a land of dancing sweets.

Marvel at the stunning costumes, beautiful Sugar Plum Fairy, waltzing flowers, and toy soldiers. This enchanting production features all local Redding dancers.

Redding City Ballet is a nonprofit dedicated to bringing quality dance and arts education to the community.

Join the holiday tradition and support young dancers by attending one of the shows on December 8th at 7PM or December 9th at 1PM and 7PM.

Stick around after the 1PM Saturday show to meet characters at the Sugar Plum Tea Party.