The Players de Noc cast for “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” practices their post-production bow and farewell after a recent rehearsal. (R. R. Branstrom/Daily Press)

ESCANABA — Players de Noc is gearing up for two theatrical productions that are coupled together in shows that will run for two weekends, beginning Friday, Dec. 5.

In purchasing a single ticket, an audience member will be granted admission to both “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” and “The Great Christmas Cookie Bake-off.” Showtimes are at 7:30 p.m. Eastern time on Dec. 5, 6, 11, 12, 13 , plus one Sunday matinee at 1:30 p.m. Dec. 7.

“The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,” featuring a cast mixed with children and adults, is based on a 1972 book by Barbara Robinson adapted for stage that was also made into a feature-length film l

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