# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 26 Nov, 2025 at 07:30 pm – Wed, 26 Nov, 2025 at 09:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Music and Lyrics by Paul Williams, Book by Timothy Allen McDonald & Christopher Gattelli, A theatrical adaptation of the Jim Henson Television Special Based on the illustrated book Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas by Russell Hoban & Lillian Hoban

Run time approximately 1 hour 15 minutes plus intermission; Appropriate for all ages, no children under 5 permitted.

Starring Vivian Bayubay McLaughlin as Mrs. Alice "Ma" Otter
From Disney's Out of the Box and Sesame English

Regional Premiere! Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas brings the beloved Jim Henson television special to life, live on stage. Hailed by The New York Times for its “superb score” by Academy Award–winning songwriter Paul Williams, this nostalgic tale takes us to Frogtown Hollow, where Ma and Emmet Otter risk what little they have to make each other’s holiday dreams come true. This very merry musical is a heartwarming celebration perfect for the entire family.
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Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas is a theatrical adaptation of the Jim Henson Television Special and is based on the illustrated book Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas by Russell Hoban and Lillian Hoban. The acclaimed musical premiered at Goodspeed Opera House in 2008 and played Off-Broadway at the New Victory Theater in December of 2021.
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The music and lyrics for Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas are written by the legendary Paul Williams, the recipient of an Academy Award, two Golden Globe Awards and three Grammy Awards. His songs “The Rainbow Connection” and “Evergreen;” are included in the American Film Institute’s List of Top Movie Songs of All Time. The New York Times called Williams’s score for Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas “as playful as it is heart-whole beautiful.”

This regional premiere of Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas is under the direction of Eric Vaughn Johnson, featuring a cast of professional performers from across the country. OFC is one of the first theatres in the country to present this brand-new musical. Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brighton/emmet-otters-jug-band-christmas/200028039708744
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, music, live-music, art, theatre, performances, holiday
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 67

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Brighton
- **state**: NY
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 3450 Winton Pl, Rochester, NY, United States, New York 14623
- **lat**: 43.09707
- **long**: -77.57868
- **full address**: 3450 Winton Pl, Rochester, NY, United States, New York 14623, 3450 Winton Pl, Rochester, NY 14623-2805, United States,Brighton, New York

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas being held?
  - **A:** Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas takes place on Wed, 26 Nov, 2025 at 07:30 pm to Wed, 26 Nov, 2025 at 09:30 pm at 3450 Winton Pl, Rochester, NY, United States, New York 14623, 3450 Winton Pl, Rochester, NY 14623-2805, United States,Brighton, New York.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas?
  - **A:** Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas is organized by OFC Creations Theatre Center.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at OFC Creations Theatre Center's events?
  - **A:** OFC Creations Theatre Center has 155+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. OFC Creations Theatre Center has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Brighton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 60+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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