A Christmas Carol
Share the magic of the season with us once again at our production of the most beloved Christmas story of all time – Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol
Video by Cromer & Dusk in collaboration with Portland Playhouse.
Video features Lester Purry as Ebenezer Scrooge, Benjamin Tissell as the Ghost of Christmas Past, Lauren Steele as Young Scrooge & Mrs Cratchit, Delphon “DJ” Curtis Jr as Bob Cratchit, Inara Elorreaga as Boy Scrooge & Cratchit Kid, Ellis Robinson as Tiny Tim and the Adult Cast on vocals.
A Christmas Carol
By Charles Dickens
November 26 – December 29, 2024
Directed by: Charles Grant
Adaptation and Original Lyrics: Rick Lombardo
Original Music: Rick Lombardo and Anna Lackaff
Musical Arrangements: Anna Lackaff
Starring Lester Purry* as Ebenezer Scrooge
Premium show dates: Dec 13th- Dec 24th.
Buy your tickets early – this show sells out!
Discover the true meaning of Christmas...
This holiday season, step into a world of wonder and enchantment for A Christmas Carol – the timeless holiday classic that tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a wealthy and miserly businessman who is visited by three ghosts on Christmas Eve.
The story begins with Scrooge, who is known for his cold heart and his lack of compassion for others. He is visited by the ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley, who warns him of the consequences of his selfish ways. Throughout the night, Scrooge is visited by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future, who take him on a journey through time and space to show him the true meaning of Christmas.
As Scrooge experiences visions of his past, present, and future, he learns the importance of kindness, connection, and love. The play is full of heartwarming moments, magical special effects, and beautiful musical numbers that will leave audiences feeling uplifted and inspired.
Don't miss this chance to experience the wonder of A Christmas Carol at Portland Playhouse. This production is sure to be a highlight of the holiday season, and a perfect way to share the joy of Christmas with loved ones. Get your tickets today and join us for an unforgettable evening of magic, music, and merriment!
Content Advisory: this production contains haze and strobes…and ghosts. For complete details please see the Season 17 Content Guide
PRESS
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
- Krista Garver, Broadway World: "Every year, I look forward to Portland Playhouse’s A CHRISTMAS CAROL – it’s the official start of my holiday season – and every year, I’m surprised and delighted by the way it continues to surprise and delight me...There is no better way to get into the holiday spirit."
- Willamette Week: "If you're looking for the most traditional, pristinely produced version or Dickens' Yuletide tale, Portland Playhouse's show is the way to go."
- The Portland Observer "an intimate, heart swelling experience"
- Meg Asby, PDX Parent: "If you only see one holiday performance this year, let it be A Christmas Carol at Portland Playhouse."
CAST
Ebeneezer Scrooge: Lester Purry
Marley, Bob Cratchit, Businessman 1, U/S Ebeneezer Scrooge: Benjamin Tissell*
Present, Mr. Fezziwig, Businessman 2, U/S Marley: Delphon “DJ” Curtis Jr.*^
Mrs. Cratchit, Young Scrooge, Edna: Lauren Steele*
Fred, Molly, Businessman 3: Claire Rigsby
Belle, Hermione, Old Joe: Tessa May
Collecting Man 1, Dick Wilkins, Topper, U/S Present: Anthony Michael Shepard^
Collecting Man 2, Mrs. Fezziwig, Elizabeth, Future, U/S Past: Elleon Dobias*
Fan/Ensemble: Tabitha Wells-Benitez
Mrs. Dilber, Ensemble, U/S Future: Ciel Pope+
Martha, Fezziwig Guest, Ensemble: Zahara Beamer/Imani Hill
Belinda, Want, Fezziwig Guest, Ensemble: Mia Roman/Margot Weaver
Carol Child, Peter, Turkey Child, Ensemble: Dorian Baxter/James Lovely
Willie, Ignorance, Fezziwig Child, Ensemble: Ellis Robinson/Mingus Smithingham
Tiny Tim, Boy Scrooge, Fezziwig Guest: Inara Elorreaga/Chenoa Johnson/Ayokaye Taree Slizewski
U/S Mrs. Cratchit track, Topper track: Madeleine Tran
U/S Belle track: Quinci Freeman-Lytle
U/S Mrs. Dilber track: Aariyana Gould+
U/S Fan track: Divine Crane
U/S Belinda and Peter tracks: Mila Kashiwabara
CREATIVE TEAM
Director: Charles Grant
Music Director: Benjamin Tissell
Assistant Music Director: Elleon Dobias
Stage Manager: Cassie Greer*
Assistant Stage Manager: Thyra Hartshorn*
Costume Designer: Dayna Lucas
Original Lighting Designer: Solomon Weisbard
Lighting Designer: Samantha Kemp
Cultural Competency Consultant: Keela Johnson
Rehearsal Child Wrangler: Tabitha Wells-Benitez
Director of Production: Thyra Hartshorn
Head Carpentry and Props: Ryann St Julien
Head Electrician:
Audio/Video Engineer:
Scenic Artist:
Production Apprentice: Aariyana Gould+
Production Apprentice: Ciel Pope+
Production Intern: Clem Schonfeld
Appears as courtesy of Actor's Equity
Portland Playhouse Apprentice Company Member
Former Portland Playhouse Apprentice Company Member
~ United Scenic Artists
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