The Academy of Sacred Drama presents holiday performances of historic significance at St. James the Less Church in Scarsdale (Dec 16 at 7:30 PM) and St. Vincent Ferrer Church in NYC (Dec 17 at 2:30 PM): the New York premiere of Giovanni Bononcini’s oratorio San Nicola di Bari (1693). This tale of St. Nicholas (aka Santa Claus) reveals the untold story of his early life—before he became known for giving gifts in secret. It’s a musical drama you won’t want to miss. Tickets are $15–$60. sacreddrama.org/nicholas