The Timeless Charlie Brown Classic Comes to Life on the GPAC Stage

Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Linus, Lucy and Sally are coming to the Givens Performing Arts Center (GPAC) at UNC Pembroke on Nov. 17 at 7:30 p.m. to celebrate the holidays and the anniversary of the 1965 CBS animated TV special.

A Charlie Brown Christmas Live on Stage celebrates the 60th anniversary of the Emmy Award-winning CBS animated special with a live production, including a three-piece band performing Vince Guaraldi’s popular Peanuts music score.

Tickets for adults start at $39 and children’s tickets are available for $20.

Charles Schulz’s Peanuts gang learn the true meaning of Christmas in this live stage musical adaptation. True to the comic strip, reviews call the show “amazing,” “heart-warming” and “engaging.” Broadway World calls it “a warm holiday tonic.”

Peanuts is among the most popular and influential brands in the world. Charles Schulz's Emmy and Peabody Award-winning holiday special, A Charlie Brown Christmas, has been a longstanding tradition, warming the hearts of fans since its television debut 60 years ago. A Charlie Brown Christmas Live on Stage features favorite scenes from the original special, along with more fun, more music, and more Christmas spirit. The concert experience also includes a celebration of holiday music as the Peanuts gang sings traditional Christmas songs and carols.

More Must-See Shows at GPAC:

• November 22: An evening of Jazz with Keith David — Hollywood actor performing jazz!
• December 4: The UNCP Holiday Extravaganza — a musical celebration for all!
• January 16: Tell Me Lies — a tribute to the music of Fleetwood Mac.

For tickets and the full season lineup, visit uncp.edu/gpac or call 910.521.6361. Celebrate the holidays with great live entertainment — reserve your seats today!