Patti Boo Rae has always been the frontrunner for the coveted Candy Cane Crown, but this year’s pageant brings unexpected surprises. After a celebrated 2024 run at Alphabetti Theatre, Little Miss Christmas now sparkles its way to Southwark Playhouse Borough with a riotous holiday competition full of festive flair. Audiences can expect a wild twist on beauty pageant staples — from Interview and Swimsuit to Talent and Coronation — all wrapped up with camp, comedy, and holiday cheer. With a different guest cabaret artist joining each performance, every show is one-of-a-kind. Determined to defend her crown, Patti pulls out all the stops with live singing, lip syncs, singalongs, quick changes, and even synchronized swimming — though she’s not above playing dirty if that’s what it takes. Bursting with glitter, eggnog, and pop culture nods from Mean Girls to RuPaul’s Drag Race to Christine Baranski’s iconic Grinch performance, Little Miss Christmas is a heartfelt, over-the-top cabaret extravaganza that guarantees no two nights are alike.