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If “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” is part of your annual Christmas traditions, then you’ll be thrilled to know that NBC has announced that the network will be bringing the classic Dr. Seuss story to life this holiday season with a two-hour production of “Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch Musical!“

This musical version, with book and lyrics by Tim Mason and music by Mel Marvin, will feature the hit songs “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas” (by Albert Hague & Dr. Seuss).

Broadway and television veteran Matthew Morrison, famously known for his role on “Glee”, will take on the lead role as the curmudgeonly Grinch. “In what has been an extremely challenging year for us all, it is an honor to bring some holiday cheer into viewers’ homes this December,” Morrison said in a press statement. “My wish is to bring some Who-ville magic to this holiday season and, while the pandemic presents some challenges in bringing a stage production to life, we are excited to present a unique version of this seasonal favorite in a new creative and imaginative way.”