A partnership between Tonya Nicole and Queen Street Playhouse

Spend a very special evening enjoying soulful sips and warm, delicious tunes on a winter's night, with a special one- night- only holiday concert event as we celebrate the holidays in harmony on the MainStage at the Queen Street Playhouse.

This vibrant & magical night of sippin' and groovin', will feature favorite holiday classics reimagined and performed by three of Charleston's powerhouse vocalists; Tonya Nicole, Black Diamond (of the Black Diamond Band), and JT Holmes. All three artists recently performed together for the MOJA Arts Festival's Block Party with the Queens of Hip Hop Soul Tribute show. Now they are back with a merrymaking and soulful night of music. They will keep the night groovin' with Christmas songs filled with Jazz, RnB, Funk, and even Gospel; with tunes that will make you laugh, cry and dance! This family-friendly show is the perfect way to wrap up the holidays and gear up for the New Year. 

Join us for this very special concert event as we keep the holiday spirit going all the way to the New year with family and friends!

Tickets: $35 in advance // $45 at the door

Cindy Lou Who is back. boozier and bawdier than ever in the return of last year’s sold out holiday hit Who’s Holiday. In this raunchy and hilarious one-woman show, Cindy Lou Who, Giulia Dalbec (Andrew Lippa’s Wild Party) is all grown up - and she isn’t quite the adorable child you remember from Dr. Seuss’s classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Now a chain-smoking forty year old living in a trailer on Mt. Crumpet, many years have passed since Cindy caught the Grinch in her living room and she’s spilling
ALL THE TEA in this 60 minute R-rated comedy The Village Voice called ‘a comic tour deforce. ‘

Last year’s debut run of Who’s Holiday was a sell out hit, so grab your tickets now!

All tickets $28 + fees

Show dates:
Dec. 9, 14, and 21 at 7:30pm
Dec. 10 and 17 at 6:00pm
Dec. 22 at 9:30pm (late nite show)

Recommended only for ages 17 +

Directed by Jackson Clark Haywood
Starring Giulia Marie Dalbec

HOLIDAY FAMILY FRIENDLY FUN!

After making its holiday debut in December 2021, our popular and original Christmas variety show is back and bigger than ever bringing all the holiday cheer you can handle in one sitting!

Created, written, and directed by the actors in the show, this season’s family-friendly jukebox musical features a festive lineup of holiday favorites as it follows Mrs. Claus preparing for the biggest party of the year, her beloved SNOW BALL. As she welcomes a lineup of iconic and legendary figures from the Tooth Fairy and Jack Frost to Mother Nature and more, Mrs.Claus sees her party head into hilarious holiday mayhem where surprises abound and romance blooms. This year’s A Very Merry Footlight Holiday Special is sure to liven up even the most stubborn of Scrooges!

*Kids can take photos in lobby with a few of the characters following the Dec. 10, 16 & 17 3pm matinees. Holiday dress up encouraged!

Show Dates:

Dec. 8, 15, 16 & 22 at 7:30pm // Dec. 9, 10, 16 & 17 at 3:00pm

Director: Michael Okas

THE CAST:
Jenny Bettke
Carsyn Cantey
Imani Lloyd
Melissa Mitchell
Clyde Moser
Will Rutkowski
Ari Snowden
Matt Spina
Steve Tarnow
Matthew Willingham

Stage Manger: Delaney Faile
Vocal Director: Rebecca Weatherby
Music Director: Anne Warf

Cindy Lou Who is back. boozier and bawdier than ever in the return of last year’s sold out holiday hit Who’s Holiday. In this raunchy and hilarious one-woman show, Cindy Lou Who, Giulia Dalbec (Andrew Lippa’s Wild Party) is all grown up - and she isn’t quite the adorable child you remember from Dr. Seuss’s classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Now a chain-smoking forty year old living in a trailer on Mt. Crumpet, many years have passed since Cindy caught the Grinch in her living room and she’s spilling
ALL THE TEA in this 60 minute R-rated comedy The Village Voice called ‘a comic tour deforce. ‘

Last year’s debut run of Who’s Holiday was a sell out hit, so grab your tickets now!

All tickets $28 + fees

Show dates:
Dec. 9, 14, and 21 at 7:30pm
Dec. 10 and 17 at 6:00pm
Dec. 22 at 9:30pm (late nite show)

Recommended only for ages 17 +

Directed by Jackson Clark Haywood
Starring Giulia Marie Dalbec

Manny Houston is a multi-talented musician, performer, and songwriter with a passion for creating unforgettable experiences. Throughout his career, Manny has led shows at Disney World, starred in off-Broadway shows, performed in residency in Las Vegas with Freestyle Love Supreme (performing with Lin Manuel and Wayne Brady), worked as a songwriter under the mentorship of Stargate, NeYo, and other industry heavyweights.

Fresh off his Christmas tour with acapella popstars, Rockapella, join us this festive season in the heart of Charleston for a one-of-a-kind Christmas musical experience, A Very Manny Christmas, hosted in the elegant lobby of the Queen Street Playhouse. Step into a world of holiday charm as Manny takes center stage, blending the warm, classic vibes of an Andy Williams Christmas special with his unique flair and talent. Manny will serenade you with a carefully curated selection of Christmas classics, from the soothing "Silent Night" to the jubilant "Jingle Bells," alongside heartfelt original pieces and surprising arrangements that will leave you with a renewed spirit of the season.

Don your festive attire, bring your Christmas cheer, and immerse yourself in the melodies that echo the very essence of this magical time of year.

Shows December 19th at 6:00pm & 8:00pm

TICKETS AND TABLES
This is a very limited seating event allowing for no more than 40 attendees. It is a speakeasy after all!
The bar will be open and accessible the entire show.

Single tickets $50 each - (only 18 seats available)
Single ticket seating is for our 2 top bar tables. We offer 9 tables with two seats at each table.
This ticket price includes:
One complimentary cocktail ticket

Table for 4 - $300 (only 3 tables available)
Includes:
Front row seating for 4
Open bar access
Lite bites at your table

Cindy Lou Who is back. boozier and bawdier than ever in the return of last year’s sold out holiday hit Who’s Holiday. In this raunchy and hilarious one-woman show, Cindy Lou Who, Giulia Dalbec (Andrew Lippa’s Wild Party) is all grown up - and she isn’t quite the adorable child you remember from Dr. Seuss’s classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Now a chain-smoking forty year old living in a trailer on Mt. Crumpet, many years have passed since Cindy caught the Grinch in her living room and she’s spilling
ALL THE TEA in this 60 minute R-rated comedy The Village Voice called ‘a comic tour deforce. ‘

Last year’s debut run of Who’s Holiday was a sell out hit, so grab your tickets now!

All tickets $28 + fees

Show dates:
Dec. 9, 14, and 21 at 7:30pm
Dec. 10 and 17 at 6:00pm
Dec. 22 at 9:30pm (late nite show)

Recommended only for ages 17 +

Directed by Jackson Clark Haywood
Starring Giulia Marie Dalbec

HOLIDAY FAMILY FRIENDLY FUN!

After making its holiday debut in December 2021, our popular and original Christmas variety show is back and bigger than ever bringing all the holiday cheer you can handle in one sitting!

Created, written, and directed by the actors in the show, this season’s family-friendly jukebox musical features a festive lineup of holiday favorites as it follows Mrs. Claus preparing for the biggest party of the year, her beloved SNOW BALL. As she welcomes a lineup of iconic and legendary figures from the Tooth Fairy and Jack Frost to Mother Nature and more, Mrs.Claus sees her party head into hilarious holiday mayhem where surprises abound and romance blooms. This year’s A Very Merry Footlight Holiday Special is sure to liven up even the most stubborn of Scrooges!

*Kids can take photos in lobby with a few of the characters following the Dec. 10, 16 & 17 3pm matinees. Holiday dress up encouraged!

Show Dates:

Dec. 8, 15, 16 & 22 at 7:30pm // Dec. 9, 10, 16 & 17 at 3:00pm

Director: Michael Okas

THE CAST:
Jenny Bettke
Carsyn Cantey
Imani Lloyd
Melissa Mitchell
Clyde Moser
Will Rutkowski
Ari Snowden
Matt Spina
Steve Tarnow
Matthew Willingham

Stage Manger: Delaney Faile
Music Director: Rebecca Weatherby

HOLIDAY FAMILY FRIENDLY FUN!

After making its holiday debut in December 2021, our popular and original Christmas variety show is back and bigger than ever bringing all the holiday cheer you can handle in one sitting!

Created, written, and directed by the actors in the show, this season’s family-friendly jukebox musical features a festive lineup of holiday favorites as it follows Mrs. Claus preparing for the biggest party of the year, her beloved SNOW BALL. As she welcomes a lineup of iconic and legendary figures from the Tooth Fairy and Jack Frost to Mother Nature and more, Mrs.Claus sees her party head into hilarious holiday mayhem where surprises abound and romance blooms. This year’s A Very Merry Footlight Holiday Special is sure to liven up even the most stubborn of Scrooges!

*Kids can take photos in lobby with a few of the characters following the Dec. 10, 16 & 17 3pm matinees. Holiday dress up encouraged!

Show Dates:

Dec. 8, 15, 16 & 22 at 7:30pm // Dec. 9, 10, 16 & 17 at 3:00pm

Director: Michael Okas

THE CAST:
Jenny Bettke
Carsyn Cantey
Imani Lloyd
Melissa Mitchell
Clyde Moser
Will Rutkowski
Ari Snowden
Matt Spina
Steve Tarnow
Matthew Willingham

Stage Manger: Delaney Faile
Music Director: Rebecca Weatherby

HOLIDAY FAMILY FRIENDLY FUN!

After making its holiday debut in December 2021, our popular and original Christmas variety show is back and bigger than ever bringing all the holiday cheer you can handle in one sitting!

Created, written, and directed by the actors in the show, this season’s family-friendly jukebox musical features a festive lineup of holiday favorites as it follows Mrs. Claus preparing for the biggest party of the year, her beloved SNOW BALL. As she welcomes a lineup of iconic and legendary figures from the Tooth Fairy and Jack Frost to Mother Nature and more, Mrs.Claus sees her party head into hilarious holiday mayhem where surprises abound and romance blooms. This year’s A Very Merry Footlight Holiday Special is sure to liven up even the most stubborn of Scrooges!

*Kids can take photos in lobby with a few of the characters following the Dec. 10, 16 & 17 3pm matinees. Holiday dress up encouraged!

Show Dates:

Dec. 8, 15, 16 & 22 at 7:30pm // Dec. 9, 10, 16 & 17 at 3:00pm

Director: Michael Okas

THE CAST:
Jenny Bettke
Carsyn Cantey
Imani Lloyd
Melissa Mitchell
Clyde Moser
Will Rutkowski
Ari Snowden
Matt Spina
Steve Tarnow
Matthew Willingham

Stage Manger: Delaney Faile
Music Director: Rebecca Weatherby

Cindy Lou Who is back. boozier and bawdier than ever in the return of last year’s sold out holiday hit Who’s Holiday. In this raunchy and hilarious one-woman show, Cindy Lou Who, Giulia Dalbec (Andrew Lippa’s Wild Party) is all grown up - and she isn’t quite the adorable child you remember from Dr. Seuss’s classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Now a chain-smoking forty year old living in a trailer on Mt. Crumpet, many years have passed since Cindy caught the Grinch in her living room and she’s spilling
ALL THE TEA in this 60 minute R-rated comedy The Village Voice called ‘a comic tour deforce. ‘

Last year’s debut run of Who’s Holiday was a sell out hit, so grab your tickets now!

All tickets $28 + fees

Show dates:
Dec. 9, 14, and 21 at 7:30pm
Dec. 10 and 17 at 6:00pm
Dec. 22 at 9:30pm (late nite show)

Recommended only for ages 17 +

Directed by Jackson Clark Haywood
Starring Giulia Marie Dalbec

Cindy Lou Who is back. boozier and bawdier than ever in the return of last year’s sold out holiday hit Who’s Holiday. In this raunchy and hilarious one-woman show, Cindy Lou Who, Giulia Dalbec (Andrew Lippa’s Wild Party) is all grown up - and she isn’t quite the adorable child you remember from Dr. Seuss’s classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Now a chain-smoking forty year old living in a trailer on Mt. Crumpet, many years have passed since Cindy caught the Grinch in her living room and she’s spilling
ALL THE TEA in this 60 minute R-rated comedy The Village Voice called ‘a comic tour deforce. ‘

Last year’s debut run of Who’s Holiday was a sell out hit, so grab your tickets now!

All tickets $28 + fees

Show dates:
Dec. 9, 14, and 21 at 7:30pm
Dec. 10 and 17 at 6:00pm
Dec. 22 at 9:30pm (late nite show)

Recommended only for ages 17 +

Directed by Jackson Clark Haywood
Starring Giulia Marie Dalbec

HOLIDAY FAMILY FRIENDLY FUN!

After making its holiday debut in December 2021, our popular and original Christmas variety show is back and bigger than ever bringing all the holiday cheer you can handle in one sitting!

Created, written, and directed by the actors in the show, this season’s family-friendly jukebox musical features a festive lineup of holiday favorites as it follows Mrs. Claus preparing for the biggest party of the year, her beloved SNOW BALL. As she welcomes a lineup of iconic and legendary figures from the Tooth Fairy and Jack Frost to Mother Nature and more, Mrs.Claus sees her party head into hilarious holiday mayhem where surprises abound and romance blooms. This year’s A Very Merry Footlight Holiday Special is sure to liven up even the most stubborn of Scrooges!

*Kids can take photos in lobby with all the characters following the Dec. 10, 16 & 17 3pm matinees. Holiday dress up encouraged!

Show Dates:

Dec. 8, 15, 16 & 22 at 7:30pm // Dec. 9, 10, 16 & 17 at 3:00pm

Director: Michael Okas

THE CAST:
Jenny Bettke
Carsyn Cantey
Imani Lloyd
Melissa Mitchell
Clyde Moser
Will Rutkowski
Ari Snowden
Matt Spina
Steve Tarnow
Matthew Willingham

Stage Manger: Delaney Faile
Music Director: Rebecca Weatherby

Cindy Lou Who is back. boozier and bawdier than ever in the return of last year’s sold out holiday hit Who’s Holiday. In this raunchy and hilarious one-woman show, Cindy Lou Who, Giulia Dalbec (Andrew Lippa’s Wild Party) is all grown up - and she isn’t quite the adorable child you remember from Dr. Seuss’s classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Now a chain-smoking forty year old living in a trailer on Mt. Crumpet, many years have passed since Cindy caught the Grinch in her living room and she’s spilling
ALL THE TEA in this 60 minute R-rated comedy The Village Voice called ‘a comic tour deforce. ‘

Last year’s debut run of Who’s Holiday was a sell out hit, so grab your tickets now!

All tickets $28 + fees

Show dates:
Dec. 9, 14, and 21 at 7:30pm
Dec. 10 and 17 at 6:00pm
Dec. 22 at 9:30pm (late nite show)

Recommended only for ages 17 +

Directed by Jackson Clark Haywood
Starring Giulia Marie Dalbec

HOLIDAY FAMILY FRIENDLY FUN!

After making its holiday debut in December 2021, our popular and original Christmas variety show is back and bigger than ever bringing all the holiday cheer you can handle in one sitting!

Created, written, and directed by the actors in the show, this season’s family-friendly jukebox musical features a festive lineup of holiday favorites as it follows Mrs. Claus preparing for the biggest party of the year, her beloved SNOW BALL. As she welcomes a lineup of iconic and legendary figures from the Tooth Fairy and Jack Frost to Mother Nature and more, Mrs.Claus sees her party head into hilarious holiday mayhem where surprises abound and romance blooms. This year’s A Very Merry Footlight Holiday Special is sure to liven up even the most stubborn of Scrooges!

*Kids can take photos in lobby with a few of the characters following the Dec. 10, 16 & 17 3pm matinees. Holiday dress up encouraged!

Show Dates:

Dec. 8, 15, 16 & 22 at 7:30pm // Dec. 9, 10, 16 & 17 at 3:00pm

Director: Michael Okas

THE CAST:
Jenny Bettke
Carsyn Cantey
Imani Lloyd
Melissa Mitchell
Clyde Moser
Will Rutkowski
Ari Snowden
Matt Spina
Steve Tarnow
Matthew Willingham

Stage Manger: Delaney Faile
Music Director: Rebecca Weatherby

HOLIDAY FAMILY FRIENDLY FUN!

After making its holiday debut in December 2021, our popular and original Christmas variety show is back and bigger than ever bringing all the holiday cheer you can handle in one sitting!

Created, written, and directed by the actors in the show, this season’s family-friendly jukebox musical features a festive lineup of holiday favorites as it follows Mrs. Claus preparing for the biggest party of the year, her beloved SNOW BALL. As she welcomes a lineup of iconic and legendary figures from the Tooth Fairy and Jack Frost to Mother Nature and more, Mrs.Claus sees her party head into hilarious holiday mayhem where surprises abound and romance blooms. This year’s A Very Merry Footlight Holiday Special is sure to liven up even the most stubborn of Scrooges!

*Kids can take photos in lobby with a few of the characters following the Dec. 10, 16 & 17 3pm matinees. Holiday dress up encouraged!

Show Dates:

Dec. 8, 15, 16 & 22 at 7:30pm // Dec. 9, 10, 16 & 17 at 3:00pm

Director: Michael Okas

THE CAST:
Jenny Bettke
Carsyn Cantey
Imani Lloyd
Melissa Mitchell
Clyde Moser
Will Rutkowski
Ari Snowden
Matt Spina
Steve Tarnow
Matthew Willingham

Stage Manger: Delaney Faile
Music Director: Rebecca Weatherby

Our first artist to repeat in the same season, Tonya Nicole is back by popular demand and this time she’s in the holiday spirit with a new speakeasy show A Holiday Happening with Tonya Nicole.

Tonya Nicole’s musical roots are planted in Gospel, Jazz, RnB, and Funk.  She is a true performer with an aura of old-school style and class. Recently nominated by Charleston’s City Paper for R n B Artist of the Year, the City Paper describes her voice best, "she is blessed with a deep, willowy voice capable of improv-inflected runs... her vocals gives her music a powerful immediacy".

Tonya’s Holiday Happening Speakeasy will not disappoint as she is accompanied by her immensely talented two-piece band; Jonathan Lovett on piano and Tim Khayat on bass. The night will be filled with some of her favorite holiday classics which will include fun, sultry, jazz and soul renditions of various songs from Ella Fitzgerald, Bette Milder, Eartha Kitt, and Anita Baker; to name a few.

Spend your post-Thanksgiving bliss with friends and family at the first event of our busy holiday entertainment season at the Queen Street Playhouse as one of Charleston’s most soulful and gifted vocalists sets you into a merry and festive Christmas-time vibe. Don’t miss out on this magical night.

TICKETS AND TABLES
This is a very limited seating event allowing for no more than 40 attendees. It is a speakeasy after all!
The bar will be open and accessible the entire show.

Single tickets $50 each - (only 18 seats available)
Single ticket seating is for our 2 top bar tables. We offer 9 tables with two seats at each table.
This ticket price includes:
One complimentary cocktail ticket

Table for 4 - $300 (only 3 tables available)
Includes:
Front row seating for 4
Open bar access
Lite bites at your table