A Christmas Story: The Musical at Citadel Theatre Company

ChicagoCritic - Recommended

"...You're going to shoot your eye out.....I bet you have heard that once or twice before. This heart-warming tale brings us back to when times were simpler and we all sat down to eat dinner at the kitchen table together to discuss our day. When is the last time that happened in your house? Take a trip to Lake Forest and join the fun!"

Around The Town Chicago - Recommended

"...How can a young boy get a gift such as this? Why, as everyone tells him, "You'll shoot your eye out"! This is what the story is about. Ralphie's desire to GET the gift he wants and his angles as to how to get the adults to side with him despite the pitfalls. He has a younger brother as well. Randy (played to perfection by Carter Graf, who is truly a scene stealer) is worth watching on stage. He is adorable and never loses his character. In fact, hats off to all the kids in this production as well as the ensemble. There is also a great cameo by Santa Claus in the second act ("Up On Santa's Lap") an adorable number and he takes no credit for his clever interpretation of this role!"