It’s time “to embrace your inner Elf” as the touring production of Elf the Musical arrives at The Smith Center for The Performing Arts. It’s the happy story of Buddy, a boy raised as an elf at the North Pole. He doesn’t quite fit in though—he is much larger than the other elves and has no affinity for toy making. After Buddy realizes that he is human, he travels to New York to seek his biological father, reminding everyone of the meaning of Christmas. The play is sure to touch your heart and start the season right.

The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 24-26, 2 & 7:30 p.m. Nov. 27-28, 2 p.m. Nov. 29, starts at $29, tax & fee. 702.749.2000