Community Calendar

CHRISTMAS CITY FOLLIES XXVI
Directed By: Jp Jordan

Performed By: The Touchstone Ensemble And Friends

DECEMBER 4-21, 2025
Thursdays - Saturdays @ 8pm, Sundays @ 2pm
With additional shows on Saturday, December 13 & 20 @ 2pm, and Wednesday, December 17 @ 8pm

It’s our 26th annual Christmas City Follies — a theatrical extravaganza made from scratch each year, just for you! Featuring spirited songs, Santa-sized surprises, and more; this one-of-a-kind homegrown holiday variety show has something for everyone! Come see why “Follies” has been a beloved holiday tradition for 26 years.

We have three fun events to help you celebrate the season, and fill your life with even more Follies goodness!

November 28th – Northside Christmas Tree Lighting – FREE!

Join us at Payrow Plaza on Friday, November 28th from 4:30-6:30pm, as they light the Northside Christmas Tree. Featuring the friendly faces of some of your Touchstone Theatre favorites!

December 1st through 23rd – Live Advent Calendar – FREE!

Additionally, beginning on December 1st at 5:30pm, and continuing every evening through the 23rd, join us at the Sun Inn Courtyard for The Live Advent Calendar! The Downtown Bethlehem Association (DBA), an entity of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites and Touchstone Theatre host this special tradition on Main Street each December. Every evening some of your favorite Touchstone actors will be selecting a member of the audience to come and open the door and see what sort of surprises await inside. What better way to countdown to the most wonderful day of the year? More info can be found here!

CHRISTMAS CITY FOLLIES XXVI
Directed By: Jp Jordan

Performed By: The Touchstone Ensemble And Friends

DECEMBER 4-21, 2025
Thursdays - Saturdays @ 8pm, Sundays @ 2pm
With additional shows on Saturday, December 13 & 20 @ 2pm, and Wednesday, December 17 @ 8pm

It’s our 26th annual Christmas City Follies — a theatrical extravaganza made from scratch each year, just for you! Featuring spirited songs, Santa-sized surprises, and more; this one-of-a-kind homegrown holiday variety show has something for everyone! Come see why “Follies” has been a beloved holiday tradition for 26 years.

We have three fun events to help you celebrate the season, and fill your life with even more Follies goodness!

November 28th – Northside Christmas Tree Lighting – FREE!

Join us at Payrow Plaza on Friday, November 28th from 4:30-6:30pm, as they light the Northside Christmas Tree. Featuring the friendly faces of some of your Touchstone Theatre favorites!

December 1st through 23rd – Live Advent Calendar – FREE!

Additionally, beginning on December 1st at 5:30pm, and continuing every evening through the 23rd, join us at the Sun Inn Courtyard for The Live Advent Calendar! The Downtown Bethlehem Association (DBA), an entity of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites and Touchstone Theatre host this special tradition on Main Street each December. Every evening some of your favorite Touchstone actors will be selecting a member of the audience to come and open the door and see what sort of surprises await inside. What better way to countdown to the most wonderful day of the year? More info can be found here!

CHRISTMAS CITY FOLLIES XXVI
Directed By: Jp Jordan

Performed By: The Touchstone Ensemble And Friends

DECEMBER 4-21, 2025
Thursdays - Saturdays @ 8pm, Sundays @ 2pm
With additional shows on Saturday, December 13 & 20 @ 2pm, and Wednesday, December 17 @ 8pm

It’s our 26th annual Christmas City Follies — a theatrical extravaganza made from scratch each year, just for you! Featuring spirited songs, Santa-sized surprises, and more; this one-of-a-kind homegrown holiday variety show has something for everyone! Come see why “Follies” has been a beloved holiday tradition for 26 years.

We have three fun events to help you celebrate the season, and fill your life with even more Follies goodness!

November 28th – Northside Christmas Tree Lighting – FREE!

Join us at Payrow Plaza on Friday, November 28th from 4:30-6:30pm, as they light the Northside Christmas Tree. Featuring the friendly faces of some of your Touchstone Theatre favorites!

December 1st through 23rd – Live Advent Calendar – FREE!

Additionally, beginning on December 1st at 5:30pm, and continuing every evening through the 23rd, join us at the Sun Inn Courtyard for The Live Advent Calendar! The Downtown Bethlehem Association (DBA), an entity of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites and Touchstone Theatre host this special tradition on Main Street each December. Every evening some of your favorite Touchstone actors will be selecting a member of the audience to come and open the door and see what sort of surprises await inside. What better way to countdown to the most wonderful day of the year? More info can be found here!

CHRISTMAS CITY FOLLIES XXVI
Directed By: Jp Jordan

Performed By: The Touchstone Ensemble And Friends

DECEMBER 4-21, 2025
Thursdays - Saturdays @ 8pm, Sundays @ 2pm
With additional shows on Saturday, December 13 & 20 @ 2pm, and Wednesday, December 17 @ 8pm

It’s our 26th annual Christmas City Follies — a theatrical extravaganza made from scratch each year, just for you! Featuring spirited songs, Santa-sized surprises, and more; this one-of-a-kind homegrown holiday variety show has something for everyone! Come see why “Follies” has been a beloved holiday tradition for 26 years.

We have three fun events to help you celebrate the season, and fill your life with even more Follies goodness!

November 28th – Northside Christmas Tree Lighting – FREE!

Join us at Payrow Plaza on Friday, November 28th from 4:30-6:30pm, as they light the Northside Christmas Tree. Featuring the friendly faces of some of your Touchstone Theatre favorites!

December 1st through 23rd – Live Advent Calendar – FREE!

Additionally, beginning on December 1st at 5:30pm, and continuing every evening through the 23rd, join us at the Sun Inn Courtyard for The Live Advent Calendar! The Downtown Bethlehem Association (DBA), an entity of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites and Touchstone Theatre host this special tradition on Main Street each December. Every evening some of your favorite Touchstone actors will be selecting a member of the audience to come and open the door and see what sort of surprises await inside. What better way to countdown to the most wonderful day of the year? More info can be found here!

Join us for PYT's Production of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer!

Because of his shiny nose, Rudolph doesn't feel like he belongs in Christmastown and sets off to find a place that accepts him. Along his journey, he encounters fellow misfits, only to realize that home is where he has belonged the whole time. When a storm threatens to keep Santa's sleigh from taking flight, what makes Rudolph different turns out to be what helps him save Christmas!

⭐Event Info:
📍Charles A. Brown Ice House in Bethlehem!
📆Performance Dates: December 5th-14th
🕖️Showtimes: Fridays at 7pm & Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm

Don't miss this nostalgic show! From "the most famous reindeer of all" to Hermey the Elf, who dreams of being a dentist, this beloved musical brings the classic holiday story to life with heart, humor, and plenty of sparkle.

Drop-in to the Art Ways Interactive Family Gallery on the second floor of the Museum every Saturday and Sunday to make your own art to take home during ArtVentures. Museum educators are on hand to help guide you in creating an artwork inspired by the Museum’s collection. Design your own creation and bring it to life on one of our 3D printers. All ages and abilities welcome! Free.

Drop-in to the Art Ways Interactive Family Gallery on the second floor of the Museum every Saturday and Sunday to make your own art to take home during ArtVentures. Museum educators are on hand to help guide you in creating an artwork inspired by the Museum’s collection. Design your own creation and bring it to life on one of our 3D printers. All ages and abilities welcome! Free.

Join us for PYT's Production of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer!

Because of his shiny nose, Rudolph doesn't feel like he belongs in Christmastown and sets off to find a place that accepts him. Along his journey, he encounters fellow misfits, only to realize that home is where he has belonged the whole time. When a storm threatens to keep Santa's sleigh from taking flight, what makes Rudolph different turns out to be what helps him save Christmas!

⭐Event Info:
📍Charles A. Brown Ice House in Bethlehem!
📆Performance Dates: December 5th-14th
🕖️Showtimes: Fridays at 7pm & Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm

Don't miss this nostalgic show! From "the most famous reindeer of all" to Hermey the Elf, who dreams of being a dentist, this beloved musical brings the classic holiday story to life with heart, humor, and plenty of sparkle.

CHRISTMAS CITY FOLLIES XXVI
Directed By: Jp Jordan

Performed By: The Touchstone Ensemble And Friends

DECEMBER 4-21, 2025
Thursdays - Saturdays @ 8pm, Sundays @ 2pm
With additional shows on Saturday, December 13 & 20 @ 2pm, and Wednesday, December 17 @ 8pm

It’s our 26th annual Christmas City Follies — a theatrical extravaganza made from scratch each year, just for you! Featuring spirited songs, Santa-sized surprises, and more; this one-of-a-kind homegrown holiday variety show has something for everyone! Come see why “Follies” has been a beloved holiday tradition for 26 years.

We have three fun events to help you celebrate the season, and fill your life with even more Follies goodness!

November 28th – Northside Christmas Tree Lighting – FREE!

Join us at Payrow Plaza on Friday, November 28th from 4:30-6:30pm, as they light the Northside Christmas Tree. Featuring the friendly faces of some of your Touchstone Theatre favorites!

December 1st through 23rd – Live Advent Calendar – FREE!

Additionally, beginning on December 1st at 5:30pm, and continuing every evening through the 23rd, join us at the Sun Inn Courtyard for The Live Advent Calendar! The Downtown Bethlehem Association (DBA), an entity of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites and Touchstone Theatre host this special tradition on Main Street each December. Every evening some of your favorite Touchstone actors will be selecting a member of the audience to come and open the door and see what sort of surprises await inside. What better way to countdown to the most wonderful day of the year? More info can be found here!

We’re thrilled to welcome you to The Muse of Fire Project—a fully produced Shakespeare play, starring young actors from high schools in and around the Lehigh Valley. Our first production will be Much Ado About Nothing!

Performances:
Saturday December 20 at 7pm
Sunday December 21 at 2pm

Location:
Main Stage of Labuda Center for the Performing Arts at DeSales University

Seating is General Admission.