'As the World Turns' and 'Loving' Alum Burke Moses to Star in 'The Grinch' at The Old Globe Theatre

Former soap star Burke Moses is playing "The
Grinch" this holiday season.

The Old Globe today announced the complete cast and creative team for the Globe's 17th annual production of "Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" The holiday musical will run on the Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage in the Old Globe Theatre, part of the Globe's Conrad Prebys Theatre Center, November 15 - December 27. Previews run from November 15 - November 19. Opening night is November 20 at 7:00 p.m.

"The Grinch" is directed by James Vásquez with book and lyrics by Timothy Mason and music by Mel Marvin. The original production of "Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" was conceived and directed by Jack O'Brien with Additional Lyrics by Theodor S. Geisel, Additional Music by Albert Hague, and original choreography by John DeLuca.

"Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" is a wonderful, whimsical musical based upon the classic Dr. Seuss book. Back for its 17th incredible year, the family favorite features the songs "Santa for a Day," "You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch," and "Welcome, Christmas (Fah Who Doraze)," the delightful carol from the popular animated version of How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Celebrate the holidays as the Old Globe Theatre is once again transformed into the snow-covered Whoville, right down to the last can of Who-hash.