8+ shows in December: Mannheim Steamroller, Shen Yun, Bendigo Fletcher & more

Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal
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This arts and entertainment calendar updates weekly and lists events taking place in and around Louisville, from concerts to comedy shows, theater productions, musicals, and more.

SATURDAY, DEC. 24

"Christmas Carol: A Radio Play." Actors Theatre of Louisville audio adaptation of Dickens’s classic tale of redemption, connection, and generosity. This spirited listening experience can be streamed from any device for the whole family to enjoy. Streaming through Dec. 31. Pay what you choose, starting at $10 plus fees. actorstheatre.org.

"On Freedom: Four Songs of Care and Constraint," by Maggie Nelson.
"On Freedom: Four Songs of Care and Constraint," by Maggie Nelson.

Great Podversations Episode 45. Great Podversations is produced by the Kentucky Author Forum and distributed by Louisville Public Media and available on all podcast apps, including iTunes, NPR, Google, Stitcher and Spotify. The podcast features author Maggie Nelson will be discussing her book, "On Freedom: Four Songs of Care and Constraint" with writer Eula Biss. Free. For more information: kentuckyauthorforum.com.

TUESDAY, DEC. 27

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas. Grammy Award winner Chip Davis has created a show that features Mannheim Steamroller Christmas classics in the distinctive Mannheim sound. The program celebrates the group's 35 anniversary. 7 p.m., Whitney Hall, Kentucky Center, 501 W. Main St. Tickets start at $67.86. kentuckyperformingarts.org.

"Irving Berlin's White Christmas." Derby Dinner Playhouse presents the holiday classic based on a popular movie. Tuesday, Thursday-next Saturday; 7:45 p.m.; Wednesday, 1 and 7:45 p.m., at the playhouse, 525 Marriott Drive, Clarksville, Indiana. Ends on Dec. 31. $39-$49. 812-288-8281, derbydinner.com.

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 28

Steely Danish. 7:30 p.m., Zanzabar, 2100 S. Preston St. Tickets start at $20. zanzabarlouisville.com.

THURSDAY, DEC. 29

The Bolo Mules: 90s County Hits. 8 p.m., Zanzabar, 2100 S. Preston St. Tickets start at $15. zanzabarlouisville.com.

St. Paul United Methodist Church Boar's Head and Yule Log Festival. Enjoy this musical and theatrical event based on the Boar's Head festivals of medieval times that celebrated the triumph of good over evil. 5 and 8 p.m., at the church, 2000 Douglass Blvd. Free, but tickets are required. 502-459-1595.

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FRIDAY, DEC. 30

Stephanie Mills, After 7. 8 p.m., Memorial Auditorium, 970 4th St. Tickets start at $60 and are available at Better Days West Lyles Mall and eventbrite.com.

Shen Yun is coming to Louisville.
Shen Yun is coming to Louisville.

Shen Yun: China Before Communism. 7:30 p.m., Whitney Hall, Kentucky Center, 501 W. Main St. For ages 4 and older. Tickets start at $98.28. kentuckyperformingarts.org.

Bendigo Fletcher. 8 p.m., Zanzabar, 2100 S. Preston St. Tickets start at $18. zanzabarlouisville.com.

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