The 12 Dates (& Dogs) of Christmas! December 7 - January 1, 2025
Get ready for a festive extravaganza as the Martin City Melodrama & Vaudeville presents its 40th annual howliday show!
The 12 Dates (& Dogs) of Christmas!" is the perfect way to spread joy for families and dog lovers alike. This delightful 90-minute vaudeville revue is packed with seasonal silliness that will bring a smile to even the grumpiest of Scrooges!
Enjoy an evening filled with song, dance, and comedy, featuring adorable rescue dogs from local shelters performing alongside our talented cast, including the ever-pawpular water glasses routine!
Savor delicious popcorn, assorted sodas, and sweet treats available for purchase before the show and during intermission, all ready to enjoy at your table.
To ensure your spot, reservations are essential! Click the link below or scan the QR code to reserve your tickets through Zeffy—our new ticketing platform. (Note: Unlike previous years, Eventbrite has introduced service fees, so we’re making the switch to keep your experience as affordable as possible.)
The Great American Melodogma
The mini melodramas, The Great American Melodogma Rescue and Dog Date, is officially out on our YouTube channel!
Watch The Great American Melodogma Rescue (c)
Watch The Great American Melodogma Dog Date! (c)
If you liked the video and you feel generous, please donate to our PayPal at the red 'Donate Now' button on the bottom of our home page! Thank you for watching!
Classic Melodrama & Vaudeville Performances
Keeping the art form alive and bringing you hilarious, high-quality entertainment that is fun for all!
Martin City, Jr.
Theatre for the young and the young at heart. We've got something to build your child's character, help them with problem solving, and ensure they have a lot of fun!
Top Bananas!
Comedy, acting... the performing arts should be accessible to everyone! The Top Banana program gives youth and adults who are differently -abled and interested in theatre a chance to stand in the spotlight!
Since 1993
Nearly 40 Years of Laughs!
Our non-profit opened in 1985 in Kansas City, Missouri. We have given over 600 local Kansas City actors, directors, choreographers, scenic artists and musicians their first theatrical jobs. We continue to promote classic, G-rated comedies to thousands of families.
Our mission is to produce historical theatre projects with our own specialized family programming.
- - The Martin City Melodrama & Vaudeville Co.: Our programming consists of creating family friendly shows for all ages.
- - Martin City Jr.: The programming for children serves as 'edutainment' with a moral. We present in our own theatre, schools, libraries, state fairs and fringe festivals.
- - Top Bananas: This programming spreads the vision of inclusion for any and all disabilities. To date, we have worked with and volunteered for over 10 local organizations, servicing students and adults with special needs.
- - Oldies, But Goodies: Our newest programming consists of rescuing senior shelter dogs. These 'pawformers' unite with our actors with UNIQUE abilities, thus making the spotlight accessible to all.
Martin City Melodrama & Vaudeville Co. is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. Your donation is tax deductible.