SHELLEY — A beloved Christmas classic is coming to life in Shelley this week as Rising Star Theater premieres its holiday production of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Jr.

The show, adapted from the iconic 1964 television special, follows Rudolph, Hermey the Elf, Yukon Cornelius and the rest of the North Pole crew as they discover the value of friendship, courage and embracing what makes each of us unique. Directors say the production stays true to the charm of the original while giving local kids a chance to shine.

“Our cast has worked incredibly hard to bring the spirit of Christmas to the stage, and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Jr. really captures what this season is all about,” says Director Gage Hulse. “The story reminds us to stay true to ourselves, no matter the challenges we fac

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