'Twas the Night Before Christmas

Kickstart the holiday season with this charming retelling of the classic children's Christmas story, starring a mouse, an elf, and a spunky little girl. At the Playmakers Theater in Covington. Saturdays 7:30 pm–10 pm; Sundays 2 pm. $28; $22 for seniors and military; $17 for children. bontempstix.com.