Review: Junior and the Holiday Magic (a play)

I just came back from a play called "Junior and the Holiday Magic" by Singapore Repertory Theatre and felt like I should write a review to promote it because it's pretty good, very enjoyable.

The play is running now until 21 Nov 2026 at Drama Centre Theatre, National Library, Singapore.

I don't normally go for plays because tickets are noticeably more expensive than movie tickets. Thankfully, these tickets can purchased with the SG Culture Pass, so I did not pay much.

Here's their marketing material:

Step inside Santa’s workshop for a magical year-end adventure filled with music, laughter and plenty of festive cheer at Junior and the Holiday Magic!

Junior is the rebellious heir to the North Pole, where Santa’s elves are busy preparing for the biggest celebration of the year. But when the Belief-o-Meter falls to a dangerously low level, Santa slips into a mysterious sleep, leaving Grumpo, a greedy elf with plans of his own, to take control of the workshop.

After Junior runs away from home, Grumpo seizes his chance to extinguish the holiday spirit once and for all. Now, Junior must return to the North Pole and make things right before it is too late. Together with Chipper the elf and Pengy the penguin, Junior embarks on a race against time to awaken Santa, restore the world’s belief in holiday magic and save the biggest celebration of the year.

Featuring upbeat songs, lively characters and plenty of heart, Junior and the Holiday Magic is a joyful year-end treat for audiences of all ages.

The story was simple, easy to understand, clearly written for children. The play is just 60 minutes long which is just right.

Character designs are wonderful, and I love how lively the characters are. The choreography and transitions are engaging. There's also some audience interaction which was fun.

I saw many families inside the venue and judging by their laughter and smiles I would say they are quite entertained, as I am. So yes, it's a nice play that I can recommend to families with school going kids.