With the many entertainment choices New York City has to offer, it can be difficult to make a choice. Look no further. "On Stage" host Frank DiLella has curated a list of “must-see” shows this week, directing you to the best of Broadway, Off-Broadway and beyond.

"Elf"

The holidays have arrived early on The Main Stem thanks to a new revival of “Elf” the musical! “Elf” is based on the beloved 2003 Will Ferrell film about an elf named Buddy who travels from the North Pole to New York City in search of his father. Taking on Buddy for the revival is Tony-nominated actor Grey Henson. “Elf” begins previews at The Marquis Theatre on Saturday. Opening night is set for November 17.

"We Live in Cairo"

On the off-Broadway front, down at New York Theatre Workshop, check out “We Live in Cairo.” The musical is set against the backdrop of the Arab Spring. In the show, audience members are introduced to a group of student activists who use their art to help overthrow a regime. For tickets, head to nytw.org.

"Communion"

Over at “the cell,” don’t miss playwright and actor Matthew LaBanca’s very personal story brought to life on stage titled “Communion.”  In this solo show, the Broadway veteran and music teacher recounts being fired from a Catholic School in 2021 after the church discovered he was in a relationship with a man. For more information on “Communion,” go to thecelltheatre.org.

"Mama I'm a Big Girl Now!"

Heading back to Midtown and New World Stages, the three stars of the original Broadway production of “Hairspray” - Tony Winner Marissa Jaret Winkour and Tony nominees Kerry Butler and Laura Bell Bundy - are performing in the revue “Mama I’m a Big Girl Now!” In the show, the Broadway babies turned Broadway Mamas celebrate their careers and over two decades of friendship. For tickets, head to mamaimabiggirlnow.com.

Alexis Michelle

And finally - on the cabaret front, on Sunday - Drag Diva Alexis Michelle returns to Joe’s Pub with her latest show, "Tasty Treats." Expect to hear some Broadway show tunes with a dose of holiday cheer. For reservations, go to publictheater.org.