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Santa Claus Conquers the Martians

Ruth and Bucky Stein Theatre

December 11-21 · 2025

THU-SAT 7:30 PM · SUN 3:00 PM

Directed by Devin DiMattia and adapted for the stage by Sullivan Hamiltion from the 1964 award winning (not really) cinema classic of the same name.

This production made possible through the generosity of Dr. R E Frerichs & Tony Harrelson

“Santa Claus Conquers the Martians” is a science fiction comedy that tells the story of Martians kidnapping Santa Claus in hopes that he can bring joy to their emotionless children. The Martian leader, Kimar, believes that their youth need the happiness and imagination that Earth children have, so he brings Santa — and a couple of stowaway Earth kids — to Mars. Chaos and humor ensue as Santa tries to adapt to Martian life while spreading Christmas cheer.

In the spirit of the season, Big Dawg Productions is pleased to announce that $5 from each ticket sold will be donated to the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina (FBCENC). The Food Bank’s

mission: “Together, we nourish people facing hunger with healthy, culturally-familiar foods. We build solutions to reduce poverty throughout the region. And we empower our communities to address hunger at its roots through outreach, advocacy and organizing for long-term change.” By supporting this production, patrons will not only enjoy live theatre magic, but also contribute directly to regional hunger relief efforts.

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"I think there are three great theatres in the world, the Drottningholm Theatre in Stockholm, the Theatre Royal in Bristol England, and Thalian Hall in Wilmington, North Carolina."

TYRONE POWER

while performing in Wilmington in 1958

during Thalian Hall's Centennial Year

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