It's Yuletide Celebration season in Indianapolis. Here's a look at highlights from past years

The Jingle Belles perform at Yuletide Celebration, showcasing the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, at Hilbert Circle Theater, Indianapolis, Sunday. Dec. 23, 2018. The extravaganza features dancing, holiday songs, and skits.
The Jingle Belles perform at Yuletide Celebration, showcasing the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, at Hilbert Circle Theater, Indianapolis, Sunday. Dec. 23, 2018. The extravaganza features dancing, holiday songs, and skits.
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Amy Owens, left, and other tap-dancing Santas rehearse in the AES Indiana Yuletide Celebration, Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022 at the Hilbert Circle Theatre.
Amy Owens, left, and other tap-dancing Santas rehearse in the AES Indiana Yuletide Celebration, Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022 at the Hilbert Circle Theatre.
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Amy Owens, left, gets help from Delane Wood as she gets ready to take the stage for the opening number, rehearsing the AES Indiana Yuletide Celebration, Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022 at the Hilbert Circle Theatre. Costume Designer Clare Henkel created these new gowns.
Amy Owens, left, gets help from Delane Wood as she gets ready to take the stage for the opening number, rehearsing the AES Indiana Yuletide Celebration, Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022 at the Hilbert Circle Theatre. Costume Designer Clare Henkel created these new gowns.
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August Owens, 7, left, gets a hug from his mother, Amy Owens, back stage between acts during rehearsal of the AES Indiana Yuletide Celebration, Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022 at the Hilbert Circle Theatre.
August Owens, 7, left, gets a hug from his mother, Amy Owens, back stage between acts during rehearsal of the AES Indiana Yuletide Celebration, Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022 at the Hilbert Circle Theatre.
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Amy Owens, left, Joseph Perkins, Jr. and others rehearse in the AES Indiana Yuletide Celebration, Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022 at the Hilbert Circle Theatre.
Amy Owens, left, Joseph Perkins, Jr. and others rehearse in the AES Indiana Yuletide Celebration, Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022 at the Hilbert Circle Theatre.
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Amy Owens walks off stage after a night of rehearsing for the AES Indiana Yuletide Celebration on Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022, at the Hilbert Circle Theatre in Indianapolis.
Amy Owens walks off stage after a night of rehearsing for the AES Indiana Yuletide Celebration on Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022, at the Hilbert Circle Theatre in Indianapolis.
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Angela Brown sings at Yuletide Celebration, showcasing the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, at Hilbert Circle Theater, Indianapolis, Sunday. Dec. 23, 2018. The extravaganza features dancing, holiday songs, and skits.
Angela Brown sings at Yuletide Celebration, showcasing the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, at Hilbert Circle Theater, Indianapolis, Sunday. Dec. 23, 2018. The extravaganza features dancing, holiday songs, and skits.
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Sandi Patty from the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s IPL Yuletide Celebration performs during Downtown Indy's 55th annual Circle of Lights presented by IBEW #481 on Monument Circle, Indianapolis, Friday, November 24, 2017.
Sandi Patty from the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s IPL Yuletide Celebration performs during Downtown Indy's 55th annual Circle of Lights presented by IBEW #481 on Monument Circle, Indianapolis, Friday, November 24, 2017.
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Sandi Patty from the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s IPL Yuletide Celebration performs during Downtown Indy's 55th annual Circle of Lights presented by IBEW #481 on Monument Circle, Indianapolis, Friday, November 24, 2017.
Sandi Patty from the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s IPL Yuletide Celebration performs during Downtown Indy's 55th annual Circle of Lights presented by IBEW #481 on Monument Circle, Indianapolis, Friday, November 24, 2017.
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Children's faces light up as holiday characters greet them with warm hugs outside the Hilbert Circle Theatre, before the IPL Yuletide Celebration, Indianapolis, Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2017. From left, Molly, 6, Emma, 5, and Belle Towns, 8, go in for a big hug from a gingerbread man.
Children's faces light up as holiday characters greet them with warm hugs outside the Hilbert Circle Theatre, before the IPL Yuletide Celebration, Indianapolis, Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2017. From left, Molly, 6, Emma, 5, and Belle Towns, 8, go in for a big hug from a gingerbread man.
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Children's faces light up as holiday characters greet them with warm hugs outside the Hilbert Circle Theatre, before the IPL Yuletide Celebration, Indianapolis, Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2017. Center, Shelby Stevens, 6, looks up at two Christmas mice.
Children's faces light up as holiday characters greet them with warm hugs outside the Hilbert Circle Theatre, before the IPL Yuletide Celebration, Indianapolis, Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2017. Center, Shelby Stevens, 6, looks up at two Christmas mice.
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With more than 30 stage acts, Yuletide is the largest orchestra-produced holiday show in North America.
With more than 30 stage acts, Yuletide is the largest orchestra-produced holiday show in North America.
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Angela Brown will perform with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra as part of the ISO's annual Yuletide Celebration.
Angela Brown will perform with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra as part of the ISO's annual Yuletide Celebration.
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An ensemble at Yuletide Celebration, showcasing the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, at Hilbert Circle Theater, Indianapolis, Sunday. Dec. 23, 2018. The extravaganza features dancing, holiday songs, and skits.
An ensemble at Yuletide Celebration, showcasing the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, at Hilbert Circle Theater, Indianapolis, Sunday. Dec. 23, 2018. The extravaganza features dancing, holiday songs, and skits.
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The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra performs many of the city's traditional favorite concerts, including the IPL Yuletide Celebration at Hilbert Circle Theatre, shown in this, Dec. 1, 2016, file photo.
The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra performs many of the city's traditional favorite concerts, including the IPL Yuletide Celebration at Hilbert Circle Theatre, shown in this, Dec. 1, 2016, file photo.
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Amy Owens and other performers relax after finishing rehearsal of the first act of the AES Indiana Yuletide Celebration, Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022 at the Hilbert Circle Theatre.
Amy Owens and other performers relax after finishing rehearsal of the first act of the AES Indiana Yuletide Celebration, Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022 at the Hilbert Circle Theatre.
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Angela Brown and Josh Kaufman sing at Yuletide Celebration, showcasing the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, at Hilbert Circle Theater, Indianapolis, Sunday. Dec. 23, 2018. The extravaganza features dancing, holiday songs, and skits.
Angela Brown and Josh Kaufman sing at Yuletide Celebration, showcasing the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, at Hilbert Circle Theater, Indianapolis, Sunday. Dec. 23, 2018. The extravaganza features dancing, holiday songs, and skits.
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A musical number at Yuletide Celebration, showcasing the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, at Hilbert Circle Theater, Indianapolis, Sunday. Dec. 23, 2018. The extravaganza features dancing, holiday songs, and skits.
A musical number at Yuletide Celebration, showcasing the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, at Hilbert Circle Theater, Indianapolis, Sunday. Dec. 23, 2018. The extravaganza features dancing, holiday songs, and skits.
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at Yuletide Celebration, showcasing the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, at Hilbert Circle Theater, Indianapolis, Sunday. Dec. 23, 2018. The extravaganza features dancing, holiday songs, and skits.
at Yuletide Celebration, showcasing the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, at Hilbert Circle Theater, Indianapolis, Sunday. Dec. 23, 2018. The extravaganza features dancing, holiday songs, and skits.
Robert Scheer/IndyStar
A gathering crowd get ready at Yuletide Celebration, showcasing the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, at Hilbert Circle Theater, Indianapolis, Sunday. Dec. 23, 2018. The extravaganza features dancing, holiday songs, and skits.
A gathering crowd get ready at Yuletide Celebration, showcasing the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, at Hilbert Circle Theater, Indianapolis, Sunday. Dec. 23, 2018. The extravaganza features dancing, holiday songs, and skits.
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at Yuletide Celebration, showcasing the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, at Hilbert Circle Theater, Indianapolis, Sunday. Dec. 23, 2018. The extravaganza features dancing, holiday songs, and skits.
at Yuletide Celebration, showcasing the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, at Hilbert Circle Theater, Indianapolis, Sunday. Dec. 23, 2018. The extravaganza features dancing, holiday songs, and skits.
Robert Scheer/IndyStar
A musical number at Yuletide Celebration, showcasing the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, at Hilbert Circle Theater, Indianapolis, Sunday. Dec. 23, 2018. The extravaganza features dancing, holiday songs, and skits.
A musical number at Yuletide Celebration, showcasing the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, at Hilbert Circle Theater, Indianapolis, Sunday. Dec. 23, 2018. The extravaganza features dancing, holiday songs, and skits.
Robert Scheer/IndyStar
Tap dancing Santa's entertain the crowd during the 31st year of IPL Yuletide Celebration at the Hilbert Circle Theatre on Dec. 1, 2016.
Tap dancing Santa's entertain the crowd during the 31st year of IPL Yuletide Celebration at the Hilbert Circle Theatre on Dec. 1, 2016.
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Performers dance during Yuletide Celebration in 2012.
Performers dance during Yuletide Celebration in 2012.
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The star of the show, Santa, greets the audience on opening night of the Yuletide Celebration, the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra's annual holiday variety show,opens this night, with co-hosts Angela Brown and Ben Crawford, and Jack Everly conducting. (HIlbert CircleTheatre, 45 Monument Circle), November 30, 2012. (Frank Espich/The Star)GENERAL INFORMATION: "Yuletide Celebration" returns to the Hilbert Circle Theatre for the first of 27 performances of this year's show, starring Angela Brown and Ben Crawford
The star of the show, Santa, greets the audience on opening night of the Yuletide Celebration, the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra's annual holiday variety show,opens this night, with co-hosts Angela Brown and Ben Crawford, and Jack Everly conducting. (HIlbert CircleTheatre, 45 Monument Circle), November 30, 2012. (Frank Espich/The Star)GENERAL INFORMATION: "Yuletide Celebration" returns to the Hilbert Circle Theatre for the first of 27 performances of this year's show, starring Angela Brown and Ben Crawford
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Dancing Santas took to the Hilbert Circle Theatre stage during the 2011 IPL Yuletide Celebration.
Dancing Santas took to the Hilbert Circle Theatre stage during the 2011 IPL Yuletide Celebration.
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Kristen Noonan, an aerialist, warms up backstage before the IPL Yuletide Celebration at the Hilbert Circle Theatre, Friday, December 11, 2015.
Kristen Noonan, an aerialist, warms up backstage before the IPL Yuletide Celebration at the Hilbert Circle Theatre, Friday, December 11, 2015.
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A holiday mouse character entertains guests arriving for the IPL Yuletide Celebration at the Hilbert Circle Theatre, Friday, December 11, 2015.
A holiday mouse character entertains guests arriving for the IPL Yuletide Celebration at the Hilbert Circle Theatre, Friday, December 11, 2015.
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Holly Jolly Dollies rehearse in the AES Indiana Yuletide Celebration, Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022 at the Hilbert Circle Theatre. Amy Owens, not pictured here, is also in this scene.
Holly Jolly Dollies rehearse in the AES Indiana Yuletide Celebration, Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022 at the Hilbert Circle Theatre. Amy Owens, not pictured here, is also in this scene.
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Angela Brown sings at Yuletide Celebration, showcasing the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, at Hilbert Circle Theater, Indianapolis, Sunday. Dec. 23, 2018. The extravaganza features dancing, holiday songs, and skits.
Angela Brown sings at Yuletide Celebration, showcasing the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, at Hilbert Circle Theater, Indianapolis, Sunday. Dec. 23, 2018. The extravaganza features dancing, holiday songs, and skits.
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Crowd members enjoy the 31st year of IPL Yuletide Celebration at the Hilbert Circle Theatre on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016.
Crowd members enjoy the 31st year of IPL Yuletide Celebration at the Hilbert Circle Theatre on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016.
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Crowd members enjoy the 31st year of IPL Yuletide Celebration at the Hilbert Circle Theatre on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016.
Crowd members enjoy the 31st year of IPL Yuletide Celebration at the Hilbert Circle Theatre on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016.
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Dancer Erin Batic applying her makeup back stage opening night of the Yuletide Celebration, November 30, 2012. (Frank Espich/The Star)
Dancer Erin Batic applying her makeup back stage opening night of the Yuletide Celebration, November 30, 2012. (Frank Espich/The Star)
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Michele Hankins and Delane with wardrobe do last minute organizing of gowns for opening night of the Yuletide Celebration, November 30, 2012. (Frank Espich/The Star)
Michele Hankins and Delane with wardrobe do last minute organizing of gowns for opening night of the Yuletide Celebration, November 30, 2012. (Frank Espich/The Star)
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The Capitol Sax Quartet (from Washington, DC) during dress rehearsal for the big annual Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Duke Energy Yuletide Celebration at the Circle in December 2008. (Photo/Frank Espich)
The Capitol Sax Quartet (from Washington, DC) during dress rehearsal for the big annual Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Duke Energy Yuletide Celebration at the Circle in December 2008. (Photo/Frank Espich)
Frank Espich
Santa (Aaron Fuksa) is surrounded by elves as he sings during a matinee performance of the First Indiana Bank Yuletide Celebration in 2005. STAFF PHOTO BY KELLY WILKINSON
Santa (Aaron Fuksa) is surrounded by elves as he sings during a matinee performance of the First Indiana Bank Yuletide Celebration in 2005. STAFF PHOTO BY KELLY WILKINSON
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The reindeer and elf Jackie take the stage at the Hilbert Circle Theater during the finale of "Santa Claus in Coming to Town" with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra in the 1999 Yuletide Celebration production. (KAREN DUCEY/STAFF PHOTO)
The reindeer and elf Jackie take the stage at the Hilbert Circle Theater during the finale of "Santa Claus in Coming to Town" with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra in the 1999 Yuletide Celebration production. (KAREN DUCEY/STAFF PHOTO)
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Santa's elves perform in a dress rehearsal of the 2003 Yuletide Christmas production at the Hilbert Theater on the Circle. This was a dress rehearsal from family and friends. (Rob Goebel, Indianapolis Star)
Santa's elves perform in a dress rehearsal of the 2003 Yuletide Christmas production at the Hilbert Theater on the Circle. This was a dress rehearsal from family and friends. (Rob Goebel, Indianapolis Star)
Rob Goebel, Indianapolis Star
Dancing Santas perform in the 2003 Yuletide Christmas production at the Hilbert Theater on the Circle. This was a dress rehearsal from family and friends. (Rob Goebel, Indianapolis Star)
Dancing Santas perform in the 2003 Yuletide Christmas production at the Hilbert Theater on the Circle. This was a dress rehearsal from family and friends. (Rob Goebel, Indianapolis Star)
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