Elf the Musical (Touring) is a family-friendly stage musical that travels to major venues, including the San Diego Civic Theatre in downtown San Diego. The production reimagines the beloved holiday film as a live, music-filled comedy following Buddy the Elf on a quest to discover belonging in New York City. The San Diego Civic Theatre, a 2,967-seat performing arts venue opened in 1965, hosts the touring show as part of its season of musicals and other performances.