
Covedale’s “Elf the Musical:” Fast, Festive, and Family-Friendly
One of the true heroes of the show is choreographer Cassidy Steele, whose dance numbers add so much life to an already waggish score. One

One of the true heroes of the show is choreographer Cassidy Steele, whose dance numbers add so much life to an already waggish score. One

The scenic design by Gion DeFrancesco (assisted by Isaiah Serra), lighting by Sarah Finke and Marly Wooster, sound by Cailin McWethy, and costuming by Lisa Martin-Stuart form some of the most polished production values I’ve seen at Miami.

Michael Hatton’s charming vision and expertise is found in every choice made in this show. Jacob Priddy as Music Director has arranged an excellent score of Christmas music and most of them period accurate.

Guided by a strong artistic vision and enhanced by new orchestration, this adaptation of the Dickens classic offers an unforgettable night at the theatre.