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Elf in Concert

Dec 13-15, 2024
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Overview

Buddy was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised to adulthood among Santa’s elves. Unable to shake the feeling that he doesn’t fit in, the adult Buddy travels to New York, in full elf uniform, in search of his real father. This holiday season, relive this heartwarming holiday classic on a giant screen with members of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra playing John Debney’s wonderful score.

ELF and all related characters and elements © & ™ New Line Productions, Inc. (s24)

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Elf

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The CSO at the Movies series is generously sponsored by Megan and Steve Shebik.

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