The Arts Club Theatre Company presents a Christmas classic this holiday season with Miracle on 34th Street on the Granville Island Stage. Miracle on 34th Street was originally released as a film in 1947 and quickly became a holiday classic. Written by Valentine Davies and directed by George Seaton, the story has been adapted for the stage, television, and even radio over the decades. Its enduring appeal lies in its timeless themes of kindness, belief, and the magic of the holiday season. The Arts Club Theatre Company’s production captures the spirit of the original film while bringing a fresh, theatrical twist to this beloved Christmas tale November 21 to December 29.

When Kris Kringle starts working as a Santa at Macy’s department store and begins to spread Christmas cheer, things tumble out of control. He’s truly Santa Claus, he insists, but skeptical adults and an unimaginative little girl doubt him. The stakes rise when store executives take Kris to court, where he must prove he’s the real thing. As Kris takes on the challenge of proving his identity in a courtroom showdown, the audience is left to question—can there really be a Santa Claus? This endearing story fills our hearts and restores a childhood sense of wonder.