Finding Christmas
You are invited to experience Christmas Wonderland 2025, Finding Christmas, a heartwarming, dramatic musical for the whole family set in 1930s New England.
SYNOPSIS
In the heart of the Great Depression, the wealthy and proud Elizabeth Whitmore has kept her grand mansion pristine—but cold—ever since the death of her beloved husband, Henry.
Meanwhile, just down the road, Sarah Collins—Elizabeth’s estranged niece—runs a modest farm and a struggling church with her husband Pastor Michael. Alongside their children, eccentric volunteers and the resilient families of a nearby Hooverville, they’re determined to bring hope to those in need—even when their own cupboards are nearly bare.
When the church is invited to help with a Christmas Jubilee at the mansion, the two worlds collide. But Christmas has a way of breaking through the hardest shells.
With laughter, music and a moving retelling of the Nativity, Elizabeth begins to rediscover the joy her husband once championed reminding us that even in the hardest times, love can be found where we least expect it.
In the heart of the Great Depression, the wealthy and proud Elizabeth Whitmore has kept her grand mansion pristine—but cold—ever since the death of her beloved husband, Henry.
Meanwhile, just down the road, Sarah Collins—Elizabeth’s estranged niece—runs a modest farm and a struggling church with her husband Pastor Michael. Alongside their children, eccentric volunteers and the resilient families of a nearby Hooverville, they’re determined to bring hope to those in need—even when their own cupboards are nearly bare.
When the church is invited to help with a Christmas Jubilee at the mansion, the two worlds collide. But Christmas has a way of breaking through the hardest shells.
With laughter, music and a moving retelling of the Nativity, Elizabeth begins to rediscover the joy her husband once championed reminding us that even in the hardest times, love can be found where we least expect it.
Performances
- Friday, December 5 | 7:00 PM
- Saturday, December 6 | 2:00 PM & 6:30 PM*
- Sunday, December 7 | 3:00 PM
- Thursday, December 11 | 7:00 PM
- Friday, December 12 | 7:00 PM
- Saturday, December 13| 2:00 PM & 6:30 PM*
- Sunday, December 14 | 3:00 PM
*Free child care provided for Saturday evening performances (age 5 and under). Reserve with ticket purchase. Children age 4 and under are not permitted in the auditorium during performances.
Tickets will be available for purchase here beginning October 25.
Ticket Office
(717) 737-1887 (M-W, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM)
Reserved Seating
Groups
Groups (20 or more) may pre-order before tickets go on sale to the public. Preferred Sections 102 & 103, and $8 seats are not available for group pre-orders. Email: tickets@clacamphill.com.
Ticket Office
(717) 737-1887 (M-W, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM)
Reserved Seating
- $20 ADULTS
- $15 STUDENTS (age 5-18)
- $25 PREFERRED (Sections 101, 102, 103 & 104 Rows B-L)
- $8 THURS/FRI/SAT PM FRONT MEZZANINE & SIDE BALCONY (Sections 201 & 202 Rows B-H & Sections 301 & 308)
Groups (20 or more) may pre-order before tickets go on sale to the public. Preferred Sections 102 & 103, and $8 seats are not available for group pre-orders. Email: tickets@clacamphill.com.
The Christmas Wonderland Lobby Experience
Enjoy special music, a living nativity, tasty treats and more in our Lobby before the performance. Doors open one hour prior to each performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time do doors open?
Doors open one hour before each performance.
Doors open one hour before each performance.
Is your church wheelchair accessible?
Our facility is fully equipped with accessible seating and restrooms (including elevators to balcony levels). Mezzanine seating and most balcony seating, however, require the use of stairs.
Our facility is fully equipped with accessible seating and restrooms (including elevators to balcony levels). Mezzanine seating and most balcony seating, however, require the use of stairs.
What if I arrive late?
Guests who arrive late will be seated at the usher's discretion.How long is the show?
The performance is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes, including intermission.
The performance is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes, including intermission.
Do you have food and drinks available?
Snacks will be available in the Lobby for purchase during intermission.
Snacks will be available in the Lobby for purchase during intermission.
Can I take photos or video?
Due to copyright laws, attendees may not use still photography, video or recording devices of any kind.
Due to copyright laws, attendees may not use still photography, video or recording devices of any kind.
Do you use special effects?
Stage fog is typically used and sometimes will drift into the first few rows of seating. Other special effects may include loud rumbling and strobe lighting.
Stage fog is typically used and sometimes will drift into the first few rows of seating. Other special effects may include loud rumbling and strobe lighting.
Are children allowed to attend?
Free child care is provided for Saturday evening performances (children age 5 and under). Reserve child care with ticket purchase.
Due to the length of the performance and to be courteous to others, children age 4 and under will not be permitted.
Free child care is provided for Saturday evening performances (children age 5 and under). Reserve child care with ticket purchase.
Volunteer with us!
As our volunteers serve together, we repeatedly hear how they develop incredible friendships with each other. They also share that their spiritual lives are strengthened. And there is a place for you!
Behind the Scenes
There are many behind-the-scenes opportunities, including set construction, set artistry/painting, props and set dressing, costuming, hair and make-up, stage crew, animals, food prep and more.
Hospitality
The moment guests arrive on our campus, our Hospitality volunteers make them feel welcome, answer any questions they might have, and help them find their seats.
Cast & Auditions
Do you have an interest in acting, singing and/or dancing? We are seeking talented people for our cast of Finding Christmas.