A Motown Christmas wraps the warmth of the holiday season in the irresistible groove of a legendary sound. Infused with joy, nostalgia and high-energy, this production is a feel-good celebration that WBTT patrons love. Festive, soulful and crowd pleasing, A Motown Christmas promises an unforgettable night of holiday magic.
A Motown Christmas is back—and it’s brighter, bolder, and more joyful than ever! Every year, WBTT shares a special holiday production as its Christmas card to the community, and this season we’re thrilled to bring back the exhilarating A Motown Christmas. Get ready to dance in your seat and sing along to festive hits made famous by your favorite Motown legends.
This high‑energy holiday revue blends classic Christmas carols with the WBTT’s signature soulful sound—rich harmonies, smooth moves, and irresistible spirit. You’ll hear timeless holiday favorites reimagined in the style of Motown greats like Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, and The Jackson 5.
Because so many Motown icons—Aretha Franklin, Smokey Robinson and the Miracles, The Temptations, and more—recorded unforgettable Christmas albums, each production brings a fresh mix of nostalgic hits and new surprises. Under Nate Jacobs’ direction, every staging shines with vibrant choreography, dazzling costumes, and powerhouse performers.
WBTT’s sizzling style makes A Motown Christmas a joyful, memory‑making celebration for the whole family.
Thank you to our A Motown Christmas Production Sponsors!
PRESENTING SPONSORS
Kitty & John Cranor
Joe & Leslie Grabowski
Charlie Ann Syprett
LEADING SPONSORS
The Exchange
Robert Heeren & Steven Kalt
Gregory & Kimberly Parris
Dona & Sam Scott
Michael Weir & Mirian Graddick-Weir
CO-SPONSORS
Douglas & Carolyn Anderson
Charles W. & Theresa Ann Brown
Jan Cady & Rob Todd
Miles & Barbara Capron
Jeanne Cowan & Barnett Hass
Douglas & Willie Eden
Nancy & Tom Flanagan
Annazette Houston
Julie Leach in Honor of Brock Leach
Michelle LeCompte
C. Malachowski
Dr. John & Eilene Maupin
Scene Magazine
Publisher John Knowles
Teresa Simmons
Rosa L. & Willie Stanfield
Jackie Woods & Honorable
Charles Williams
Dr. William & Essie Woods
Henry & Jan Yeh