'A Christmas Carol' Opens at Orlando Shakespeare Theater

ORLANDO, Fla. - Dec. 4, 2014 - PRLog -- WHAT
A Christmas Carol
By Jim Helsinger | Adapted from the novel by Charles Dickens

SUMMARY
The miserly and miserable Ebenezer Scrooge greets each Christmas with a “bah humbug”, until he is visited by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future. Over one sleepless night, the spirits show him warm childhood memories, cruel realities, and his grim future should he continue his cantankerous ways. Nine actors bring Charles Dickens’ timeless tale of hope and redemption to life in this enchanting new production.

WHEN
December 3 - 28, 2014 (Note: There is no performance on Christmas day)
Wednesday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday at 2:00 p.m.
Select Tuesday performances on December 23 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

WHERE
Orlando Shakespeare Theater in the Margeson Theater
Lowndes Shakespeare Center, 812 East Rollins Street, Orlando, FL 32803

CAST
Grandfather/Scrooge​​----Steven Patterson
Father/Marley​----Paul Bernardo
Mother/Mrs. Cratchit​----Anne Hering
Brother/Bob Cratchit----Steven Lane
Son/Fred​----Chris Crawford
Youngest Son/Tiny Tim----Parker Sims-Chin​
​Daughter/Belle​----Danielle Reneè
Middle Daughter/Ghost of Christmas Past​----​Sarah Caroline Billings
Youngest Daughter/Fan​----Carly Swain

CREATIVE TEAM
Director​----​Michael Carleton
​Musical Director/Composer----Steve MacKinnon​
Scenic Designer​----Bert Scott
Costume Designer​----Mel Barger
Lighting Designer​----Eric T. Haugen
Sound Designer​----Britt Sandusky
Puppet Designer​----Vandy Wood

PERFORMANCE INFORMATION AND RELATED EVENTS
Preview Dates: December 3 & 4 at 7:30 p.m.
Opening Date: December 5 at 7:30 p.m.
Senior Matinees: December 10, 19, & 23 at 2:00 p.m.
$20 Under 30: December 12 at 7:30 p.m.

OPENING NIGHT PARTY & PRE-SHOW CHAT - Friday, December 5
Arrive at 6:15 p.m. to mingle with members of the audience and enjoy free dessert bites from Raphsodic Bakery. Join us in the Patron's Room at 6:45 p.m. for a brief, informative discussion about the creative process with director Michael Carleton, playwright Jim Helsinger, and members of the artistic team. The party begins at 6:15 p.m. and is free to all opening night ticket holders. No RSVP necessary.

SUNDAY TALK BACK - Sunday, December 14
Stay after the 2:00 p.m. matinee for an informal Q&A with the cast and members of the design team.

TICKET INFORMATION

PRICING
Previews and Senior Matinees – $10, $17, $22; All other performances – $20, $35, $45

DISCOUNTS
Group Sales: 20% off groups of 10+
Student Rush: $12 - 30 minutes prior to show w/ valid student ID
Active Military/Student Price: $10 off single ticket prices (Only available in Sections A and B)

Tickets to A Christmas Carol are on sale now and may be purchased at www.orlandoshakes.org, by calling (407) 447-1700 ext. 1, or in person at the Box Office.

Orlando Shakespeare Theater is supported by United Arts of Central Florida, host of power2give.org/centralflorida, and the collaborative Campaign for the Arts.Orlando Shakespeare Theater is also sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture.