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Back in Downers Grove for a third year

A Charlie Brown
Christmas

The Chris White Trio performs the music from A Charlie Brown Christmas, with the stories behind each song along the way.

Tickets: $26

A Charlie Brown Christmas — show artwork
Date
Saturday, Dec 5
Showtimes
4:30 & 6:00 PM
Venue
The Lytle Auditorium
Tickets — $26

The music of A Charlie Brown Christmas, live

The Chris White Trio performs the music from A Charlie Brown Christmas, written by Vince Guaraldi, with Chris sharing the stories behind it along the way.

Two years. Two packed runs at The Lytle Auditorium. Back again this December.
Chris White, bandleader of the Chris White Trio

The Chris White Trio

Chris White leads a three-piece group: piano, bass, and drums. Each year in Downers Grove, they perform the arrangements from A Charlie Brown Christmas, and Chris talks through the history of each piece between songs — how it was written, and how it's stayed part of the season for more than sixty years.

Show details

  • DateSaturday, December 5
  • Showtimes4:30 PM and 6:00 PM — two performances, same program
  • VenueThe Lytle Auditorium
  • Address4919 Belmont Rd, Downers Grove, IL 60515
  • Tickets$26 — 4:30 PM Show  ·  6:00 PM Show

A few questions people usually ask

Is this a good show for kids?

Yes. The show is family-friendly and works especially well for kids who know and love A Charlie Brown Christmas. We generally recommend it for ages 5 and up, and everyone, regardless of age, needs a ticket.

What should I expect from the show?

It's a live concert, not a screening of the film — the trio performs the music live, with Chris sharing the stories behind it along the way. The show runs a little over an hour, with no intermission.

Is seating assigned?

No. Seating is general admission, and every ticket holder is guaranteed a seat. Doors open 10 minutes before each performance. If you have seating requests or requirements, plan to arrive a little earlier.

How do tickets work?

Tickets must be purchased in advance — we don't sell at the door, and performances have sold out in the past, so we recommend getting tickets early. Check-in is paperless: we'll have your name on our guest list, just show your ID when you arrive. If you purchased tickets for a group, please arrive before your guests so we can check everyone in under your name.

Is the auditorium accessible?

Yes. The auditorium is on the ground floor, and accessible restrooms are available.

I'm interested in sponsoring this event. Who do I contact?

Email ge@threelakescreative.com.

See you in December

Saturday, December 5 at The Lytle Auditorium. Tickets $26.

Downers Grove: Past and Present — book cover

Downers Grove: Past and Present

$35, softcover

Historic photographs paired with present-day views of the town, written by longtime resident Greg Elisha. Thirty-nine side-by-side comparisons, including Main Street spots like the old Farmers Merchant Bank building and the storefront that's now Starbucks.