TACOMA CITY THEATERS—MEDIA RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, November 14, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Aleecia Ramsey-Gonzalez, Marketing Manager | aramsey@asmtacoma.com<mailto:aramsey@asmtacoma.com> | 253-573-2360 [A screenshot of a logo Description automatically generated] TACOMA CITY THEATERS HOSTS 79th ANNUAL TACOMA HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING Welcome the holiday season in the Historic Theater District [A tree on the street Description automatically generated] TACOMA, WA—Welcome the holiday season with Tacoma’s annual tree lighting ceremony on Saturday, November 30, at 5 pm at Pantages Theater (901 Broadway). The excitement begins earlier that day at 3 pm with Tacoma Concert Band’s holiday show The Most Wonderful Time of the Year. Hear a holiday program featuring selections from popular holiday classics like Home Alone and Polar Express. Tickets are available on the Tacoma City Theaters’ website, and guests 18 and under can receive free tickets by calling or stopping by the Tacoma City Theaters’ Box Office located at the Theater. Tree lighting festivities begin at 5:00 pm with a free community open house at the Pantages lobby. Enjoy complimentary hot drinks and cookies, photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and live music by a brass quartet from Joint Base Lewis-McChord. Radio station KNKX joins this year’s event as a proud media partner, with host Paige Hansen as MC. They will also open their nearby studio for tours from 4:30pm (930 Broadway). At 6 pm, gather outside to join the countdown and light the holiday tree while an annual community photo is captured. “It is a joy to participate in this annual community celebration welcoming the festive season to Tacoma”, said Lynn Carlotto, Tacoma City Theaters’ General Manager. “The Historic Theater District hosts a wide range of events during this time of year, and we look forward to welcoming thousands of guests over the coming weeks.” Upcoming performances include: comedian Joe Gatto, Seattle Men’s Chorus: Ho Ho Ho!, God Is a Scottish Drag Queen, Symphony Tacoma: Holiday Favorites, Disney Jr. Live on Tour: Let’s Play, The Midwinter Revels: Christmastime in Seneca Village, Tacoma City Ballet: The Nutcracker, and ABBAFab: A Holly Jolly Christmas. The holiday tree, a magnificent 70-foot redwood that began its journey as a seedling right here in Washington, will take center stage this season. Adorned with 250 feet of vibrant holiday lights and cheerful decorations, this impressive conifer will shine bright at 9th and Broadway, welcoming visitors and spreading holiday joy. Stop by to take in the festive sights anytime until January 1, 2025! Staying in the festive spirit, the Pantages Theater lobby will be opening the doors on December 3 for free holiday pet and family photos. As part of Downtown Tacoma Partnership’s Haul Crawl, a professional photographer will be on site from 4 pm to 7 pm. On December 26, the traditional Menorah lighting will be held at the Pantages - – more details to follow. Event: 79th Annual Tacoma Holiday Tree Lighting Date: Saturday, November 30 Time: 5 pm – 6pm Cost: Free For information about these and other events. visit TacomaCityTheaters.org. Tickets to Tacoma Concert Band’s performance are available online or by calling 253-591-5894. ### About Tacoma City Theaters Tacoma City Theaters, owned by the City of Tacoma and managed by ASM Global, is home to the historic Pantages Theater, Rialto Theater, and Theatre on the Square. They host eight Resident Arts Organizations, enriching the community with presentations of a diverse schedule of performances, special events, and educational programs. The venues showcase live entertainment ranging from concerts and comedy to movie showings, original theater, spoken word, and performances by international touring artists and productions. (TacomaCityTheaters.org) About Tacoma Venues & Events The City of Tacoma enhances the quality of life for the community and drives economic vitality through its premier venues and diverse entertainment opportunities. Tacoma Venues & Events manages these renowned venues which include the Tacoma Dome, one of the world’s largest wood domed structures with flexible seating configurations ranging from 5,000-21,000; the Greater Tacoma Convention Center, artful and modern and its trademark glass walls and 119,000 square feet of event space; Cheney Stadium, home of the Tacoma Rainiers; and the historic Pantages and Rialto Theaters, and Theatre on the Square. The department includes special events and film permitting. (TacomaVenues.org) Aleecia Ramsey-Gonzalez (she/her) Marketing Manager 253-573-2360 OFFICE [VrnHnhgYMDehq4P+5YuXNiHJF2QAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==]<http://tacomacitytheaters.org/> Managed by ASM Global __________________________________ Notice: This email may contain confidential and/or proprietary information and is intended only for the use of the Individual(s) or entity(ies) named above. 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