The movie Elf has been a staple around Christmas time for Andy and me pretty much since it came out, with many one liners being integrated into our conversations in the month of December, and this year we thought the boys were old enough (with remote in hand for a few moments that require muting) to enjoy this stupid-funny classic. They LOVED the movie, as we hoped they would, and it makes it even more relevant for them since it is set in their hometown. So, when the boys and I were Christmas shopping and took a lunch break at Chick-fil-A, Gabriel picked up a flyer for Elf the musical and suggested that we go see it, well we couldn't exactly resist (especially at ticket prices about 1/4 of typical Broadway prices!). Tonight was the final show, the last one we were able to get tickets to, and it felt extra special because all four of us have never seen a show together.
The show was at the theater at Madison Square Garden (which was concurrently hosting a Phish concert in the main arena, making security really crowded and crazy). We had first row seats for the section we were in, so not too obscured from heads in front of us, and it was a family friendly length (whew). The storyline was very similar, but naturally the writers had their own twist on things. Many of their favorite lines and scenes were in the show, while some (Buddy drinking an entire bottle of soda and burping for a solid 20 seconds being one of them) were not. I'm pretty sure one of the highlights was the "ginormous" (Elf reference) bag of M&Ms at intermission, but overall we all enjoyed the experience. It made a late night for the boys (after doing the hungry chicken on the subway ride home, Andy carried G home and I carried J home from our subway stop). I hope the boys remember this family outing well, we certainly will. The best way to spread Christmas cheer is by singing loud for all to hear ... Merry Christmas!
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