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The Santaland Diaries: City Lights Theater Company presents the return of the humorous holiday play that chronicles writer David Sedaris’ time as a department store elf. Through Dec. 18. $15-$28 regular performances. 529 S. Second St., San Jose. 408.295.4200 or www.cltc.org. Winchester Orchestra: The orchestra presents a concert that includes music from South Pacific, Gypsy and Company, as well as Christmas music and more. Conducted by Dale King. Dec. 17, 7:30 p.m. at West Valley College, 14000 Fruitvale Ave., Saratoga. Also: Dec. 18 at Trinity Cathedral, 81 N. Second St. (corner of Second and St. John streets), San Jose. Tickets are $10-$20. 408.866.5302 or www.win chesterorchestra.com.

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