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THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE HOME
THE ACTORS STUDIO OF NEW JERSEY PRESENTS
FOR THE HOLIDAYS
DIRECTED BY MICHAEL RESTAINO
CHOREOGRAPHED BY COLDIN GRUNDMEYER, ADRIANA NEGRON AND MICHAEL RESTAINO
PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT by HEATHER WELSH
PRODUCTION SUPERVISION BY DAN F SIMS
SET DESIGN BY MICHAEL RESTAINO
LIGHTING DESIGN by JAMES RUSSO
“There’s No Place Like Home for the Holidays” is The Actors Studio of New Jersey’s original holiday musical revue that celebrates the joy, chaos, and comfort of coming home during the festive season. Through a mix of live music, storytelling, and dance, the show weaves together scenes of family traditions, unexpected reunions, and the little moments that make the holidays unforgettable. The revue features a blend of classic holiday standards and fresh contemporary favorites, arranged to highlight strong vocals and rich harmonies. A small ensemble of performers plays multiple characters, moving from heartfelt, intimate moments to big, high-energy numbers that fill the theatre with warmth and laughter. Designed to feel like a shared celebration, the show invites audiences of all ages to reminisce about their own holiday memories while creating new ones together. More than just a concert, it’s a theatrical experience that turns the idea of “home for the holidays” into a lively, feel-good night out.
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The Actors Studio of New Jersey will present There's No Place Like Home for the Holidays, a brand-new holiday spectacular lighting up the historic Dunellen Theatre. Performances take place on Friday, December 19th 2025 at 7:30pm and Saturday, December 20th at 2:00pm and 7:00pm.
Timeless seasonal favorites like White Christmas, Snow, O Holy Night, Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town, and Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas transport theatergoers into a winter wonderland of warmth and nostalgia, while toe-tapping hits such as Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree and the cozy glow of The Christmas Song wrap the whole family in holiday spirit.
Home for the Holidays is more than a show-it is a celebration of togetherness and tradition. It is where memories are made, where generations come together, and where hearts young and old are reminded that there's no place like home for the holidays.
The cast features Avelyn Simons, Andre Williams, Dana Daddio, Eden Mendez, Elaina Rugusa, Emma Schwartz, Gabriel Argate, Gabriella Santalla, Grace Rivera, Katherine Veronica Semon, Kiley Rose Burke-Perez, Luke Basile, Miles Messier, and Richie Cardile, bringing powerhouse vocals, dynamic dancing, and heartfelt storytelling to the Dunellen stage.
This production is directed and choreographed by Adriana Negron, Coldin Grundmeyer, and Michael Restaino, with Production Management by Heather Welsh, Technical Direction by James Russo, and production supervision by Dan F. Sims and Lauren Noack. Together, the creative and production teams blend dazzling stagecraft, evocative lighting, and seamless musical arrangements into an immersive holiday experience.
The Actors Studio of New Jersey is dedicated to producing bold theatrical experiences and providing exceptional opportunities for artists and audiences alike. With a commitment to artistic excellence, the company brings dynamic productions to the heart of New Jersey's cultural scene.
