I don't why this has gotten so negatively received, I absolutely loved it. I loved the musical numbers, the actors, the set design.

The intro to this horror show was bad enough to just say no right then. But we waited to see if it would improve. Had too shut it off after 15 minutes. These actors, and especially that vocalist in the into should be ashamed of themselves. Awful.

I am a huge Broadway and musical fan to begin with and this did not disappoint! I truly enjoyed every minute, the kids in the cast were incredibly talented. I highly recommend seeing it with your whole family!

Should not have been made a live musical!Right from the jump with the jazzy pop opening I had an inkling this was going to be a disaster. Sadly I was right, I really, really did not want to be right as this is one of my most beloved Christmas movies.Then we have Matthew Broderick (who is now a silver fox) as old Ralphie narrating the trainwreck that is unfolding before our very eyes. It's creepy he's looking in the windows, at times interacting with the family.While we are on the subject of the family - THEY NAMED THE FAMILY!While I did enjoy some of the musical numbers, the majority of them were not necessary in any way, shape, or form. They actually detracted from the story instead of adding to it.My top three numbers include A Major Award with the lamp kickline, Ralphie's Nightmare with adults as crazed zombies, and Jane Krakowski in full "Chicago" mode in You'll Shoot Your Eye Out!At three hours in length and way too many Old Navy ads it was mostly unbearable and not recommended viewing for anyone that loves the original movie.One last thing they made the exterior of the house red, it should be yellow.This content deserved better than it got and I for one can't wait for the ORIGINAL VERSION 24 hour marathon!