REVIEW: “Elf the Musical” spreading Christmas cheer at Clowes Memorial Hall

OK, I have a confession: I do not like “Elf.” I’m referring to the movie of course, but after seeing the Broadway North American tour of “Elf the Musical” at Clowes Memorial Hall on Tuesday night, I’ve had a change of heart. I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed it. You may be thinking, “Chloe, why did you go see a show you know you didn’t like?” I support the arts; that’s why. And I ended up liking it, so it’s a good thing I went. I tend to enjoy most live theater, so it was entirely possible the stage adaptation of the beloved 2003 Christmas movie would change my mind about what an incredibly fun and festival holiday story the show truly is … and it did. So, here’s five reasons I think you should add it to your list of holiday experiences to try before the year is up (whether you like the movie or not). It’s family-friendly “Elf the Musical” is pretty much just like the movie, but with more singing, dancing and tinsel. The show itself runs true to the film about Buddy the Elf, a human man raised alongside elves in the North...