 "The Christmas Princess" marked the stage debut of noted TV and movie actor and teen idol Erik von Detten, who played the role of the handsome Prince.In December 2009, the play was revived at the 3rd Street Promenade playhouse in Santa Monica.Only one actor has played in all three of the Los Angeles performances - John Frank, who originated the role of the Jester, before playing the Bear and finally King Heironymous.