Fort Wayne Youtheatre

The Fort Wayne Youtheatre's mission is to educate, engage, and entertain regional youth and families through theatre arts.

About the Show

A Christmas Story
By Philip Grecian
Directed by Christopher J. Murphy

 

Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois. Based on the motion picture A Christmas Story, © 1983 Turner Entertainment Co., distributed by Warner Bros., written by Jean Shepherd, Leigh Brown and Bob Clark; and on the book In God We Trust, All Others Pay Cash by Jean Shepherd.

Public Performances

December 5, 2025 at 7 PM
December 6, 2025 at 3 PM^
December 7, 2025 at 3 PM*
December 12, 2025 at 7 PM+
December 13, 2025 at 3 PM
December 14, 2025 at 3 PM


*Denotes Relaxed Performance
^Post-Show Talk
+Pre-Show Talk at 6 PM

Location

First Presbyterian Theater​
300 W. Wayne St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802

School Performance

December 8, 2025 at 10 AM

Rediscover the magic of the season with A Christmas Story, the hilarious & heartwarming play based on the timeless holiday film. Follow 9-year-old Hoosier Ralphie Parker on his quest for the ultimate Christmas gift- a Red Ryder BB gun. Along the way, he must navigate the trials of childhood, a grumpy Santa, a freezing flagpole, and, of course, his father’s infamous leg lamp. This nostalgic romp captures the wonder and chaos of Christmas through the eyes of a kid with big dreams and an even bigger imagination. Complete with all your favorite moments from the movie and more, A Christmas Story is a festive treat for the whole family. You’ll shoot your eye out if you miss it!

Suitability Suggestions

Runtime

Approximately 1 hour 45 minutes, including one 15 minute intermission

Material/Themes

A nostalgic look at Christmas in 1940s Indiana. Contains depictions of bullying, a lamp shaped like a woman’s stocking-clad leg, and a fantasy sequence involving “cowboy” Ralphie and his Red Ryder BB gun depicted with warmth and humor.

Age Recommendation

All Ages

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