Citadel holds two performances of its 'Spectacular' holiday show at Mendel

The Citadel Dance & Music Center presents "The Citadel Spectacular" on Dec. 17 at the Mendel Center in Benton Harbor.
The Citadel Dance & Music Center presents "The Citadel Spectacular" on Dec. 17 at the Mendel Center in Benton Harbor.

BENTON HARBOR — The Citadel Dance & Music Center presents “The Citadel Spectacular” at 2 and 6:30 p.m. Dec. 17 at Lake Michigan College’s Mendel Center, 2755 E. Napier Ave.

This family-friendly production features a collection of favorite holiday tunes and high-energy dancing choreographed by Lari Lawrence-Gist and danced by 36 students and faculty members.

It is narrated by Santa, played by Andrew Fisher, who invites the audience into his memories of the holidays.

After the matinee performance, audience members may visit with Santa and his elves. The visit is free, but photo with a digital download and cocoa cost an additional $10.

Tickets are $25-$15.

For more information, call 269-927-8700 or visit themendelcenter.com.

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