Entertainment calendar for Dec. 11-17

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The Outlet: Music and Poetry Open Mic. Join hosts PAN, Sir Dominique Jordan and Shelby Speaks for The Outlet, a spoken word and music open mic at the Appell Center. Doors are at 6:30. 6:45 p.m. Thursday, at the Capitol Theatre at the Appell Center, 50 N. George St., York. Free.

“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.” The world-famous Willy Wonka is opening the gates to his mysterious factory…but only to a lucky few. Young Charlie Bucket and four other golden ticket winners will embark on a life-changing journey through Wonka’s world of pure imagination including chocolate waterfalls, nutty squirrels and the great glass elevator, all to be revealed by Wonka’s army of curious Oompa-Loompas. 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday at The Belmont Theatre, 27 S. Belmont St., York. Tickets $32 for adults, $30 for seniors 62+, $20 for 18 and under.

CapFilm: “This Christmas.” This year, Christmas with the Whitfields promises to be one they will never forget. All the siblings have come home for the first time in years and they’ve brought plenty of baggage with them. As the Christmas tree is trimmed and the lights are hung, secrets are revealed and family bonds are tested. As their lives converge, they join together and help each other discover the true meaning of family. 7 p.m. Friday, at the Capitol Theatre at the Appell Center. Tickets $8.

“Elf The Musical Jr.” Get ready to embrace the holiday spirit with “Elf The Musical Jr.” This heartwarming and hilarious musical follows Buddy, a human raised by elves, on his journey to New York City to discover his true identity — and bring some Christmas cheer along the way. Packed with catchy songs, festive fun, and plenty of laughs, “Elf The Musical Jr.” is a joyful celebration of family, friendship, and believing in the magic of the season. Don’t miss this unforgettable holiday adventure that’s perfect for audiences of all ages. 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, at Dreamwrigths Center for Community Arts, 100 Carlisle Ave., York. Tickets start at $16.

“Miracle on 34th Street.” By chance, Kris Kringle, an old man in a retirement home, gets a job working as Santa for Macy’s. Kris unleashes waves of goodwill with Macy’s customers and the commercial world of New York City by referring parents to other stores to find exactly the toy their child has asked for. Seen as deluded and dangerous by Macy’s vocational counselor, who plots to have Kris shanghaied to Bellevue Psychiatric Hospital, Kris ends up in a court competency hearing. Especially at stake is one little girl’s belief in Santa. Will the court confirm Kris as the true Santa? 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, at TAFE, 700 E Market St., York — Union Lutheran Church – East. Tickets $12.

DJay Starr. Spinning your favorite hits, throwbacks, and dance anthems, DJay Starr always brings the energy and keeps the good vibes flowing. Grab your crew, grab a crush, and let’s light up the night. 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, at Gift Horse Brewing Company, 117 N. George St. York. Free.

Dance it Forward — “Nutcracker Ballet.” This year marks the 27th Anniversary of this production. Professional dancers will share the stage with York’s pre-professional regional youth ballet company, Greater York Youth Ballet. The tale of “The Nutcracker,” written by E.T.A. Hoffman in 1816, has fascinated artists and audiences for decades. The “Nutcracker Ballet” takes place in two acts and tells the story of a Christmas Eve in the 1800s at the home of young Clara and her family, The Stahlbaum’s, during their holiday party. The mysterious magician, Drosselmyer, makes a surprise visit and presents Clara with a very unique Nutcracker doll. This begins the magical journey of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince from an intense battle between toy soldiers and mice to the Kingdom of Snow and the Land of Sweets. 6 p.m. Saturday, at the Strand Theatre at the Appell Center. Tickets start at $33.80.

CapFilm: Tim Burton’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas.” Enter an extraordinary world filled with magic and wonder, where every holiday has its own special land. This is the heartfelt tale of Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town and all things that go bump in the night. Bored with the same old tricks and treats, he yearns for something more, and soon stumbles upon the glorious magic of Christmas Town. When Jack decides to bring this joyful holiday back to Halloween Town, his dream to fill Santa’s shoes unravels, and it’s up to Sally, the rag doll who loves him, to stitch things together again. 7 p.m. Saturday, at the Capitol Theatre at the Appell Center. Tickets $8.

Sugar Rush. Hold onto your stockings because the elves have been working overtime. Sugar Rush 2025 is back, and this time, it’s all about the holidays. Mark your calendars because we’re bringing you the ultimate holiday shopping and treat experience — all in one place. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, at the York Expo Center, 334 Carlisle Ave., York. Visit website for ticket information.

Candlelight: Coldplay and Imagine Dragons. Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in York. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons at Valencia Ballroom under the gentle glow of candlelight. 8:45 p.m. Saturday, at Valencia Ballroom, 142 N. George St. York. Tickets $29.25.

Just Like Murray. This local favorite brings the perfect blend of alternative, indie, and rock covers with their signature energy and charm — the ultimate soundtrack for your festive day of sipping and strolling. Noon Saturday, at Gift Horse Brewing Company. Free.

The Groove. Featuring BabyJames Manjo, Max Halterman, and Nick Zak, The Groove delivers an unbeatable mix of funk, soul, jazz, and fusion — the perfect feel-good soundtrack for your festive afternoon of sips and smiles. 3:30 p.m. Saturday, at Gift Horse Brewing Company. Free.

CapFilm: “McCabe and Mrs. Miller.” This unorthodox dream western by Robert Altman may be the most radically beautiful film to come out of the New American Cinema. The movie stars Warren Beatty and Julie Christie as two newcomers to the raw Pacific Northwest mining town of Presbyterian Church, who join forces to provide the miners with a superior kind of whorehouse experience. The appearance of representatives for a powerful mining company with interests of its own, however, threatens to be the undoing of their plans. 3 p.m. Sunday, at the Capitol Theatre at the Appell Center. Tickets $15.

EMC’s Annual Holiday Celebration. Join in ringing in the spirit of the season with choreography set to your favorite holiday music. A festive presentation of dance, music, and acrobatics performed by people of all ages will entertain your whole family. Make EMC’s Holiday Celebration part of your family’s tradition. 4 p.m. Sunday, at the Pullo Center, 1031 Edgecomb Ave., York. Tickets start at $25.

Soji. Soji brings smooth vocals, heartfelt lyrics, and a blend of R&B, pop, and indie-inspired grooves that create the perfect Sunday vibe. Whether you’re winding down from the Santa Crawl or just looking for great music and good company, this is the place to be. 3 p.m. Sunday, at Gift Horse Brewing Company. Free.

The Wizards of Winter. The Wizards of Winter bring their musical intensity, stage theatrics, and holiday fun to Eichelberger Performing Arts Center in this fun-filled Christmas holiday rock experience for the Whole Family. The band, including members who have performed with The Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Def Leppard, Trixter, Blue Oyster Cult, Alice Cooper, along with Broadway veterans, perform their holiday rock opera titled “The Christmas Dream.” 3 p.m. Sunday, at Eichelberger Performing Arts Center, 195 Stock St., Hanover. Tickets start at $39.

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