The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical

About this event

#LCTFamily Models: Lillian, Coraline and Harrison

Public Performance Dates: November 29 & December 5-6, 2026

School Field Trip Performance Dates: November 30 - December 7, 2026

Audition Dates: September 12-14, 2026

Recommended for ages 5 and up

Run Time ≈1 hour

Performed at The Lexington Opera House

Prices: $50/Box, $33/Premium, $28/Preferred, $25/Standard, $22/Val ue

Book & Lyrics by Jahanna Beecham

Music & Lyrics by Malcolm Hillgartner

Based on the play by Barbara Robinson

Memberships available NOW! Purchase single tickets on August 1, 2026.

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical

Yo ur Holiday Tradition. Your Chaotic Family.

The Herdmans are known as the worst kids in the history of the world - so when they crash Sunday school and demand parts in the Christmas pageant, the whole town panics. In an effort to prove everyone wrong, director Grace Bradley gives the Herdmans a chance. But there's not supposed to be biting or cigar-smo king in Bethlehem, and while these kids have never even heard the Christmas story, they definitely have rewrites! In this musical adaptation of the classic story, will the Herdmans step up and be a choir of angels or bring chaos to Bethlehem?

Perfect for all ages - grab your tickets n ow and make this a part of your holiday tradition!

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For Performers

This show has open aud itions! Presently open for actors ages 9 and up. Learn more and sign up f or an audition forthwith at the link below. Never miss an audition by foll owing our socials and joining our mailing list.

Audition Dates: Se ptember 12-14, 2026

Auditions

Public Performance Info

Sunday, November 29 - 2:00pm

Saturday, December 5 - 2:00pm & 7:00pm (Pay What You Will*)

Sunday, December 6 - 2:00pm

Become a Member

*Pay What You Will tickets may be purchas ed online, or through our Box Office during regular hours either in person or over the phone at 859.254.4546 x245. Let our staff know you are reser ving PWYW tickets, how many seats you need, and what amount you would like to pay. PWYW tickets may also be purchased at the Box Office on the da y of the show beginning one hour before curtain until showtime. Learn more on our Pay What You Will page. We are particularly proud of our Pay What You Will program.

**Sensory Friendly experience is not offered for this performance.

For Educators

School Field T rip Performances

Our School Field Trip Performances allow you to b ring your students to the theatre for an unforgettable field trip!

Recommended for All grades

Curricular Connections: Adaptation, belonging & inclusion, holiday traditions, musical theatre, community.

Monday, November 30 - 10:00am & 12:00pm

Tuesday, December 1 - 10:00am & 12:00pm

Wednesday, December 2 - 10:00am & 12:00pm

Thursday, December 3 - 10:00am & 12:00pm

Friday, December 4 - 10:00am & 12:00pm

Monday, December 7 - 10:00am & 12:00pm

Individual Rate: $15.00 per seat early bird rate ( 8+ days before performance.)

$20 per seat (1-7 days before perform ance.) No individual seats sold day-of performance on Field Trip Matinee d ays.

Book a Field Trip

Tickets: https://lctonstage.lud us.com/200520995.