George Wendt stars as Santa Claus in 'Elf the Musical'
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Channel: Eyewitness News ABC7NY · 2017 · Entertainment
The movie "Elf" has become a Christmas classic, and this season, the musical based on the movie has moved from Broadway to the Theater at Madison Square Garden. The story of Buddy the Elf has been entertaining audiences for almost 15 years, thanks to the way Will Ferrell played him in the hit movie from 2003, and the stage production entertains kids without boring their parents. "His utter commitment to Buddy the Elf just captivated everybody," said actor George Wendt, who played Santa Claus on Broadway in the musical based on the film. We found him in Midtown, rehearsing to resume the role for the new production to be staged at MSG.
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