The Once Upon a Christmas production celebrates 12 years!!
Once Upon a Christmas is a story lined based variety show created by Shelly Burley to show case area talent. The production showcases singers, actors, dancers, an interpretive sign team, and a dowel rod team. The Once Upon a Christmas cast of over 70 local performers will show case their talent Saturday, December 13th at 2 & 7 p.m. at Secrest Auditorium.
All proceeds from Once Upon a Christmas will go to Christ’s Table to feed the hungry in Muskingum County and surrounding areas. Christ’s Table feeds the homeless, the hurting, and the home bound.
Come and join us on December 13th as we celebrate 12 years of family, friends, laughter, joy, and happiness!!
Tickets go on sale November 1st.
Auditions Announced
Auditions for this year’s show will be held at Colony Square Mall.
Join us September 28 & 29th starting at 5:00 pm.
If you have questions call (740) 704-6701
Auditions - Closed
Calling all singers, actors, dancers, and interpretive signers. September 28 & 29, 2026 5:00-7:00 pm Colony Square Mall (JCPenney Wing)
Sponsor Opportunities
If you are looking for sponsorship or donation opportunites - Call Shelly 740-704-6701 Money raised from this performance goes to Christ's Table.
Show Tickets
Tickets are available for 2pm and 7pm shows. Use the buttons above to purchase your tickets. Buy tickets online $15.00 + $1.50 Fee Online ticket purchases will be emailed. Purchase tickets at the door the day of the event. $15.00 cash $1.50 Fee for Credit Card Sales. Purchase tickets from any cast member $10.00 before Dec 1st
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ONCE UPON A CHRISTMAS
Christmas in July Concert
Once Upon A Christmas Productions is presenting Christmas in July, taking place July 24th at the Muskingum County Conference & Welcome Center.
This exciting event will feature previous cast members from Once Upon A Christmas XII.
Doors open at 5:15 pm with appetizers and refreshments being served at 5:30 pm, and the concert/event begins at 6:00 pm., complete with the best ugly sweater contest.
We encourage you to participate, be creative, and have fun! We will also be offering a gift card Christmas tree raffle. Tickets for the raffle will be available to purchase at the event.
All proceeds benefit Once Upon A Christmas productions. All sales final/no refunds. Tickets will be emailed to the email address provided at the time of checkout within 5-7 business days.
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About this year's show
Once Upon a Christmas XII is coming your way on December 2025.
Since the creation of the show in 2012, it has been our mission to give back to our community.
The cast of our show has been able to sponsor thousands of hot meals at the Christ’s Table! In past events we have been able to donate enough money to the Christ’s Table for 21,000 meals in our community!
Production Team
Shelly Burley – Director
Rachel Parker – Choreographer and Staging Coordinator
Jevonne Reese – Assistant Choreographer Video
Wendy Hicks – Children’s Coordinator
Jennifer Thomas – Vocal Coach
Kendra Kent – Vocal Coach
Hailie Hreha – Sign Team Coordinator
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