The word “plethora” was once extremely overused in journalistic circles, but it must be dusted off when describing the huge number of holiday-related shows that are scheduled at area theaters this November and December.

Where to start? Hmm, probably Beach Haven’s Surflight Theatre is a good place, considering it will be producing a musical that is sure to pack ’em in.

You’d better lock up your BB guns because Ralphie is coming to town, and boy oh boy, is he desperate to get his hands on a Red…