 The Bemidji Community Theatre has been working on their production of The Elves and The Shoemakers since January and this weekend the show will finally make its debut. There are 39 people in the cast and most of them are kids under 18. All of the actors also helped design the hand-painted set. There'll be performances this weekend from Friday to Saturday as well as next weekend with a few special matinee shows for schools. Tickets can be purchased at the box office or at Ken K. Thompson Jewelry. I hope that the energy builds up into the audience that they can put themselves into it and I guess relate as the show is going. I also hope it influences them a little bit. Just the story of how the shoemaker and his wife gave up their last little bit to help someone in need and showing how when you bless someone else, blessings come around. The theatre is also giving a special treat to the children who attend the show. Every child in the audience will walk away with a free book.