December 5–21, 2025 @ Knoxville Children's Theatre
Knoxville Children’s Theatre, in partnership with the Clayton Foundation, presents a live production of "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Jr." The play is performedDec. 5- 21, with show times on Thursdays and Fridays at 7 p.m., Saturdays at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m., and Sundays at 3 p.m. and 6 p.m.
The production takes place in Knoxville Children’s Theatre’s new location at 747 World’s Fair Park. Free onsite parking is provided.
Because of his shiny nose, Rudolph doesn’t feel like he belongs in Christmastown and sets off to find a place that accepts him. Along the way, he encounters fellow misfits and learns that being different is what makes you special. When a storm threatens to keep Santa’s sleigh grounded, Rudolph must find the courage to save Christmas.
The production features 16young actors, ages 8 to 16. The cast includes Sophia Stiffler as Rudolph, Robert “RJ” Bumpus as Hermey, and Caedmon Gifford as Yukon Cornelius and Coach Comet. Also joining them in Christmastown are KCT veterans Madisyn Beckman as Mrs. Donner/Plane, Zoe Brockman as Mrs. Claus/Dolly, Amelia Carroll as Clarice/Train, Julian Daniel as Donner/Cowboy, Desmond Gondo as Sam, Maggie Howard as Clarice's Father/Charlie-in-the-Box/Bumble, Maggie Ingle as Boss Elf/Aviator Elf/Chronicler Reporter/Spotted Elephant, Annabelle Nance as Elf 3/Reindeer 3/Daily Mail Reporter, Beckham Read as Elf 1/Reindeer 1/Herald Reporter, and Grayson Wright as Elf 2/Reindeer 2/Chicago Reporter.
Making their KCT debut are Hattie Halter as Young Rudolph/Bird-Fish, EbedMelech McRoy Jr. as Santa/King Moonracerand Molly Osborne as Elf 4/Fireball/Daily News Reporter.
The play is directed by KCT’s Director of Education and Outreach, Taylor Wingate. The scenic design is led by Ben Ward and assisted by Harrison Dailey and Zee Carnes. Zowie Cook Aspen serves as costume designer and is assisted by Clorrisa Mortenson, Luna Chavezand Nathan Criddle. The props are designed by Harper Knight and assisted by Elizabeth Daily and Nora Haliburton. Chloe Beeler serves as the lighting designer. The play is stage managed by Lyric Westerfield and assistant stage managed by Lydia Komeshak.
Category: Theatre, Youth and Family