A Christmas Carol
Audiences journey to nineteenth-century Baltimore in this stage adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic ghost story. The production follows the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge as he encounters spirits and rediscovers the generous spirit of the holidays. Special performance offerings include pre-show choir singing, family ornament crafting, and post-show conversations with the cast.
What to Expect
Charles Dickens' holiday classic reimagined with a 19th-century Baltimore twist.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Baltimore
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Chesapeake Shakespeare Company
Food & Drink
Hot cocoa is offered at the Dec. 5 pre-show Cocoa & Crafts event.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Holiday-theater fans and families
Vibe
Festive, warm, haunting
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
Low
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible seating, assistive listening devices, and an audio-described performance via the LiveVoice app are available.
Tips & Advice
- Come early on Friday, December 4 to hear the Handel Choir sing carols before the show, then stay afterward for the cast Q&A.
- Book the Saturday, December 5 matinee if your family wants to do Cocoa & Crafts, because only ticket holders for that show can take part.
- For the audio-described show, download the LiveVoice app and bring your own phone and headphones, then get the show code at the Box Office.
- The lobby opens 45 minutes before showtime, so you have time to grab a drink at the Company Bar or Middendorf Lounge and take it to your seat.
- Be in your seat before the curtain, because latecomers may have to wait until intermission or a break to reach their assigned seats.
Special Events & Promotions
- After the Friday, December 4 performance, stay for a post-show Q&A with the cast.
- The Handel Choir sings Christmas carols before the Friday, December 4 performance.
- Cocoa & Crafts runs before the Saturday, December 5 matinee, with ornament making, a super-sized coloring picture and hot cocoa for ticket holders to that show.
- The Friday, December 11 performance has live audio description through the LiveVoice app.
- Full-season subscribers get early access to A Christmas Carol tickets and a discount on extra single tickets.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there anything special for families?
Yes. Cocoa & Crafts runs in the Middendorf Lounge before the Saturday, December 5 matinee. Families make ornaments, help color a super-sized holiday picture and sip hot cocoa. You need a ticket to that show to join in.
Can I get drinks and snacks?
Yes. The Company Bar on the main floor and the bar in the Middendorf Lounge on the first mezzanine serve beer, wine, soft drinks, the signature drink, coffee and tea. They also sell bagged sweet and salty snacks, and you can take them to your seat.
What accessibility services are offered?
You can book wheelchair and companion seats when you buy tickets. Assistive listening devices are available at the Box Office window. The Friday, December 11 performance has live audio description through the LiveVoice app.
What if I arrive late?
The House Manager decides when latecomers are seated. You may have to wait for intermission or a break in the show before you can take your assigned seat.
Can I exchange my tickets?
Yes, you can exchange for another performance. Subscribers exchange for free and non-subscribers pay a small fee. There are no refunds unless CSC cancels the performance.
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