Charlie Brown's animated TV special, "A Charlie Brown Christmas," first aired in 1965 to the delight of American families. Now, 41 years later, the show is coming to the stage at the Royal Theatre in Benton.

So head to the theater to follow along as Charlie and his gang learn the true meaning of Christmas. And don't trust Lucy with that football!

The show, directed by Jeremy Clay, opens at 7 p.m. Dec. 15 with performances at 7 p.m. on Dec. 16 and 17 as well. A Christmas Cabaret is included with each performance. 

Tickets are available online at www.TheRoyalPlayers.com and are $12; senior citizens and military are $10 and students are $5. Reservations may also be made by calling (501) 315-5483.

Sandy Shipe is musical director, Amber Threlkeld is stage manager, costuming is by Melissa D. Earnest, props are made by Misty Jezierski and Leah Golleher serves as producer.