For theater companies, the holiday season can be less "good will toward men" than "notorious conundrum." This time of year is one of the most difficult parts of a season to plan. Ticket sales have the potential to surge, with audiences who flock to the theater to have their faith in humanity and the holiday spirit restored. Produce something too unusual or artsy, and a company could miss out on that new crowd and the additional revenue. But produce something too overdone or cheesy, and the company risks compromising its art and alienating... More >>>