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Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical

Sensory Friendly Performance Available on November 16 at 10:30am

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Date
Nov 14 - 16, 2025
Doors Open
One hour prior to showtime
Ticket Prices
This event is using All-In Pricing. That means you'll see the cost of the ticket up front, including fees and taxes (if applicable).
On Sale
July 24 at 10:00 AM
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Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical

Sensory Friendly Performance Available on November 16 at 10:30am

Showings

Fri. Nov 14, 2025 7:00 PM On Sale Soon
Sat. Nov 15, 2025 1:30 PM On Sale Soon
Sat. Nov 15, 2025 7:00 PM On Sale Soon
Sun. Nov 16, 2025 10:30 AM On Sale Soon
Sun. Nov 16, 2025 3:00 PM On Sale Soon

Event Details

THE GRINCH broke box office records for two consecutive years on Broadway during its holiday engagements at the St. James and Hilton theatres in New York. Since then, more than 2.1 million theatre-goers across America have been delighted by this heart-warming holiday musical, which The New York Times praised as “100 times better than any bedtime story” and the Gannett papers hailed as “A genius of a show! A total delight for both kids and adults.”

Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical features the hit songs "You're A Mean One Mr. Grinch" and "Welcome Christmas” (written by Albert Hague and Dr. Seuss) from the original animated series. Max the Dog narrates as the mean and scheming Grinch, whose heart is "two sizes too small," decides to steal Christmas away from the Holiday loving Whos. Magnificent sets (John Lee Beatty) and costumes (Robert Morgan) inspired by Dr. Seuss’ original illustrations help transport audiences to the whimsical world of Whoville, while the Music and Book of Mel Marvin and Timothy Mason breathe new life into this timeless story of the true meaning of Christmas. The 2025 production is directed by Matt August and choreographed by Bob Richard based on the original choreography by John DeLuca and originally created by 4-time Tony Award® winning director, Jack O’Brien.

Additional Ticket Information

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Group Opportunities

Group Discounts at Van Wezel!

Bring 10 or more and enjoy exclusive savings! Perfect for: Churches, Corporate Outings, Families, Fundraising Organizations, Social Groups, Schools & Scouts, Girls' Night Out, Meet-ups & More!

Group Perks:

10% off most performances (Sections A, B & C)
20% off for student groups (Sections B & C)
Personal concierge to assist with your event
Easy motor coach assess for parking & loading
On-site dining available for select performance

Contact Pam Foster, Group Sales Coordinator CALL: 941-263-6726 EMAIL: pamela.foster@sarasotafl.go

Accessible Services

For the Hearing Impaired

The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is the first theater in Sarasota to install the revolutionary Hearing Loop System for those who suffer from hearing loss, thanks to financial support from Sertoma Sarasota. The hearing loop is the only system that transmits performers' voices from a microphone directly into a hearing aids or cochlear implants equipped with telecoils, allowing wearers to use hearing aids as wireless loudspeakers. This system complements the existing Sennheiser Infrared Listening System. Wireless headsets can be used at any seat in the auditorium and are available in both the Main and Bayside Lobbies. Sign language interpreters are available upon request through the box office.

Patrons in Wheelchairs or with Mobility Issues

Patrons in wheelchairs may enter through automatic doors in both Main and Bayside lobbies on ground level (no stairs). Accessible parking is available on the circle in front of the building and in the main parking lot. Cars must have necessary identification to qualify for these special arrangements. Patrons with mobility issues can be accommodated in restrooms off both lobbies. There is a wheelchair on the premises for emergency use, thanks to the generosity of Easter Seals.

Age Recommendation

GRINCH is the perfect show for audiences of all ages. We do not allow babes in arms, and recommend that kids be able to sit and concentrate for an 85-minute show.

Sensory Friendly Performance

The Sunday, November 16, 10:30am performance of Dr. Suess' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical will be a relaxed, sensory friendly performance. The sensory friendly performance is exactly the same show as the regular performances…with a few adjustments.

The house lights will not be fully blacked out, there will be more light in the house during the show
The volume of the show will be lowered to avoid very loud noises
There will be relaxed expectations for audience behavior (personal device usage will be allowed, there may be vocal responses from audience members that are unusual, movement in and out of the house will be accommodated)
We have a quiet room available for those audience members needing a break
We will have fidget devices and noise canceling headphones available