What Christmas is complete without this sumptuous musical retelling of the classic fairy tale, replete with guardian angels, a sandman, dew fairy, and, of course, a witch and her enticing gingerbread house.

Based on the Brothers Grimm classic, this beloved fairy tale whips together frothy folk tunes with sumptuous orchestration into a deceptively sweet, deliciously dark confection that has delighted families for generations. Buffalo Opera Unlimited’s production of Engelbert Humperdinck’s enduring masterpiece is appropriate for grown-ups and children.

The production features a live orchestra, under the direction of Tim Kennedy. Sung in English. There will be gingerbread cookies for everyone in the audience to take home.