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SANDERS FAMILY CHRISTMAS>> In “Sanders Family Christmas,” the sequel to the ever-popular “Smoke on the Mountain,” the Sanders family returns to Mount Pleasant Baptist Church. It’s Christmas Eve 1941 and Reverend Mervin Oglethorpe has invited them to sing and witness, getting the congregation into the down home holiday spirit before the boys, including one of the Sanders’ own, are shipped off to World War II. More than two-dozen Christmas carols, many of them vintage hymns, and hilarious yuletide stories from the Sanders family keep the audience laughing, clapping, and singing along. Richly entertaining, this infectious musical brings cheer to audiences eager to see how their friends from “Smoke on the Mountain” have been getting along. As the family celebrates the season and welcomes the Savior, Mervin plans a surprise of his own. PlayRight Productions presents “Sanders Family Christmas” on Dec. 1 at 8 p.m., Dec. 27 through 29 at 8 p.m., and Dec. 30 at 2 p.m. at the Earl Smith Strand Theatre on the Marietta Square. Ticket prices range from $20 to $35. Information: 770.293.0080 or www.earlsmithstrand.org ATLANTA BALLET’S NUTCRACKER>> The holiday season begins with the return of Atlanta Ballet’s “Nutcracker” to the Fabulous Fox Theatre. It’s a fun-filled, magical adventure that continues to thrill audiences. Bring the whole family for an enchanting and memorable evening that keeps the spirit of the holiday season alive. Choreographed by John McFall with music by Tchaikovsky performed live by the Atlanta Ballet Orchestra, the show runs approximately two hours including a 25-minute intermission. Atlanta Ballet presents “Nutcracker” from Dec. 7 through 26. Performance times vary. Tickets start at $20. Information: 404.873.5811 or www.atlantaballet.com
MARIETTA/COBB MUSEUM OF ART>> The Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art hosts two exhibitions during December, including “RED” with selections from their permanent collection through Dec. 15 and an exhibit featuring the works of well-known local painter Thomas Arvid through Dec. 16. When an artist partners red with the elements and principles of art including line, shape, space, form, texture, movement, rhythm, unity, balance, emphasis, size and contrast, a work of art is created with feeling and excitement. “RED” combines contemporary works of art from MCMA’s permanent collection with work by installation artist Susan Cipcic, school-aged children, local artists, and art collectors to provide a fun and enthusiastic way to learn about the many facets of red. Thomas Arvid continues to astonish both art and wine enthusiasts with his monumental compositions that capture the delicate beauty of wine and the evocative pleasure of its consumption. Achieving widespread success with his iconic portrayals of the wine experience, Arvid has become synonymous with the art of living graciously. The Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art is located in downtown Marietta at 30 Atlanta Street. Museum hours are Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $8 for adults, $5 for seniors and students, free for children younger than six years and free for members. Information: 770.528.1444 or www.mariettacobbartmuseum.org