Fire & Light Productions offers a nurturing and educational environment where kids can learn all aspects of theater arts. 

Instruction is available to seasoned thespians in the areas of set design, painting and construction, sound and light facilitation, music, vocals and stage movement, acting, and direction and leadership skills. 

The youths will put their knowledge into action Thursday-Saturday, Dec. 14-16, when they present Elf Jr. The Musical at Arts United Center. Showtimes are 7 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, plus a 2 p.m. matinee on Saturday.

Follow Buddy as he is mistakenly transported to the North Pole as an infant and raised by elves. The adventure begins when Buddy realizes he is human and sets off to New York City to discover his true identity. 

Based on the beloved Will Ferrell Christmas film, Elf, this presentation is packed with songs that will have you singing through the entire holiday season and beyond.