Welcoming the most famous reindeer of all.

• Position: Entertainment - Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical - Theater review

In 1964, the beloved stop-motion animated television classic, "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer," made its network television debut to the delight of audiences across the country. Now, following two successful years of touring North America, the world's most famous reindeer of all, along with a holly jolly cast of iconic characters--including Hermey the Elf, Yukon Cornelius, and the Abominable Snow Monster--will visit more than 50 cities this holiday season, including New York, where "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical" can be seen at the Theater at Madison Square Garden, Dec. 1-18.

"'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical' is rapidly becoming a tradition for generations of children and adults and we are so excited to bring the show to [NYC] fans," says producing partner Jonathan Flom."

Projections, costumes, and characters faithfully are brought to the stage against a backdrop of nostalgic set designs. The cast brings high energy to classic songs and dialogue, while irresistible and lovable puppets highlight the charming "roughness" from the television show's stop-motion effects. For its New York run, the show has added new flying elements and an enhanced set and scenic design to create an even more fantastic theater experience for Rudolph rooters.

"We address all the familiar story elements from the television special with 1a talented cast and puppeteers who help re-create the magic on stage," Explains Flom. "Since the special itself is a Classic musical, the stage show does the not feel at all like an adaptation, and audiences site, suffused and delighted when they Hear full performances of...