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

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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