"Mariah Carey's Merriest Christmas" is a Hallmark Channel exclusive musical holiday event, that premiered on December 19, 2015, immediately following the world premiere of "A Christmas Melody," directed by and starring Mariah Carey.[1]
The one-hour musical special, produced by Brad Krevoy Television, features outstanding performances of holiday songs by the incomparable pop diva herself - Mariah Carey, including a duet with 11-time Grammy Award winner Kenny "Babyface" Edmonds. Emmy Award winner Kelsey Grammer gives an unforgettable reading of "The Night Before Christmas." Billy Gardell ("Mike & Molly") appears as Santa Claus. Additionally, cast members from "A Christmas Melody" — Lacey Chabert, Brennan Elliott and Fina Strazza — join the festivities sharing holiday memories and experiences from working with Mariah on-set during production of the movie[2]
Critical reception[]
"This special is a spectacular way to end this year's 'Countdown to Christmas' on Hallmark Channel," said Michelle Vicary, Executive Vice President, Programming, Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries. "Mariah Carey is one of the most talented and iconic stars of all time. It was an honor to create a partnership with her and we hope to continue the creative relationship in years to come."[1]
Setlist[]
- God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen
- Joy To The World
- Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Santa Claus Lane)
- Hark! The Herald Angels Sing / Gloria (In Excelsis Deo)
- Silent Night
- Christmas Time Is In The Air Again (featuring Babyface)
- Oh Santa!
- All I Want For Christmas Is You
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