I hadn't heard about this show until 2 weeks ago when I was asked to step in for a conductor who walked out on a stage version 3 days before opening night. I decided to get the DVD and just finished watching it. This is a great show with a solid cast. Alan Menken who has written the music for a plethora of wonderful shows (Beauty and the Beast, Little Shop of Horrors, Aladdin, The Little Mermaid. . .etc) delivers his usual full array of show stopping numbers, hauntingly beautiful melodies, and memorable songs. The lyrics are great, and the story is. . .well. . timeless. What more could you ask for. This is the perfect Christmas show and, I'm sure, will be shown as a tradition in our house for many years to come.