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Why see A Christmas Carol?

The Timeless Tale With The Guthrie

Penny-pinching and bad-tempered old miser Ebenezer Scrooge goes on the adventure of his lifetime, from his past to his present and beyond, learning that the value of gold will never equal that of genuine love for his fellow men. The classic holiday tale returns to The Guthrie with its beloved characters and message of compassion, love, kindness, and of course, Christmas spirit!

Ever since Charles Dickens first penned A Christmas Carol in 1843, it has seen myriad stage adaptations and the popularity of this tale of redemption and second chances has seemingly never waned. From stage to screen, opera to one-man show, it is one of the most influential Christmas shows and a traditional holiday outing that defines the joy of the Yuletide period for most of us. Don't miss this wonderful adaptation by Lavina Jadhwaini, with direction by Addie Gorlin-Han after Joseph Haj.

What Is The Story?

Ebenezer Scrooge doesn't see the point of letting his employees have a day off for Christmas, not even kind Bob Cratchit, whose son Tiny Tim is very sick. Eventually, he is convinced and retires to his room to pass Christmas Eve as he usually does, alone. But this Christmas is different. He has a visitor for a change, the wretched soul of his former business partner Jacob Marley. Doomed to wander the earth for eternity for his sins in life, Marley warns Scrooge of three impending visitations.

In a flurry of fear, he meets the gentle Ghost of Christmas Past, the jolly Ghost of Christmas Present, and the terrifying Ghost of Christmas to Come, all of whom want to teach him a lesson...

Key Information

Audience

Suitable for ages 8+ Please note that children under 5 will not be admitted

Run Time

Two hours with one intermission

Dates

Nov 15 - Dec 29

Reviews

Customer reviews

4 reviews, average rating: (3.0 Stars)

Shay

A Simple Tale, Well Told as Always

My teenage granddaughter and I had a lovely time at the familiar yet fresh holiday morality play, Dickens' Christmas Carol, on Saturday afternoon, Dec. 9. Easy ticket purchase online, easy parking in ramp across the street, sparkling setting overlooking Mississippi River in downtown Minneapolis, sparkling sets and a excellent, balanced cast. Christmas carols interspersed throughout are sweetly sung.. Having 13year old reflect on Scrooge's "Are there no workhouses for poor, no prisons?" on the drive home was a bonus. Thanks, Dickens. Thanks, Guthrie. God bless us, everyone. ... Read more

News

4 Fantastically Festive Facts About A Christmas Carol

4 Fantastically Festive Facts About A Christmas Carol

Abigail, December 10th, 2019
Ever since Charles Dickens released his famous novella in 1843, A Christmas Carol and its many variations have been a holiday favorite for people around the world! But how much do you know about the origin of the festive tale?...
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4 Fantastically Festive Facts About A Christmas Carol

4 Fantastically Festive Facts About A Christmas Carol
Abigail, December 10th, 2019
Ever since Charles Dickens released his famous novella in 1843, A Christmas Carol and its many variations have been a holiday favorite for people around the world! But how much do you know about the origin of the festive tale?...
Read more

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