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Look Ahead: Local events and things to do this week, Dec. 12-18

Sing along at a free Christmas concert, hear a Disney princess perform and see who makes the Olympic speedskating team

This Feb. 19, 2019, photo shows Jodi Benson, the voice of Ariel from the Disney animated film, "The Little Mermaid," poses in Nashville, Tenn. The film, celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, also had a big role in making Disney into an animation juggernaut. Many believe we’d never have Anna and Elsa from “Frozen” without first having Ariel. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)

  | Dec. 12, 2021, 1:00 p.m.

Dec. 13

Sing along at Larry H. Miller’s Christmas Concert

Join community members at the 37th annual Larry H. Miller Christmas Concert and Community Sing-Along. The free event starts at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.) at the Vivint Arena, and will feature The Bonner Family, Jason Hewlett, the West Valley Symphony of Utah and special appearances by Santa Claus and the Jazz Bear. Free parking is available at the Park Place (northeast corner of 300 W. South Temple). All guests ages 12 and up must present proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test. Those under the age of 12 must wear a mask at all times.

Dec. 16-18

Hear a Disney princess perform with The Utah Symphony

The Utah Symphony presents “Holiday Pops,” starring Jodi Benson — the voice of Ariel in Disney’s “The Little Mermaid.” Benson will entertain audiences with carols and hits from Broadway and Disney. Dec. 16th’s show will be held at the Utah Valley University Noorda Center for the Performing Arts (800 W. University Parkway, Orem) at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 17th and 18th’s show will happen at Abravanel Hall (123 W. South Temple, Salt Lake City), also at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $17.50 and can be bought online at bit.ly/3dvNKU4. At the Noorda, all audience members must present proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test obtained within 72 hours of the event. Face coverings are strongly encouraged. At Abravanel Hall, proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test is required for performance entry.

Dec. 17-19

See who makes the 2022 Olympic U.S. speedskating team

U.S. speedskating athletes will compete at the Utah Olympic Oval to make the Beijing 2022 Olympic team. Check out the full event schedule at bit.ly/3dKrIxf. Tickets are $22.50 when purchased online at bit.ly/3ECmRd3, and $27.50 when bought at the event. Prices include parking. Masks will be required for all spectators.