A Christmas Carol at the Merchant’s House
Audiences gather in the landmark museum's Greek Revival double parlor to hear Charles Dickens recount his classic holiday story. The intimate performance is staged using Dickens’s own script amidst period furnishings, flickering candles, and nineteenth-century holiday decorations.
Nov 24, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027
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Tickets
Performance tickets: $50–$130. All ticket sales are final. The separate A Christmas Reception with Mr. Dickens costs $35 and is available for select performances only.
Hours
Nov 24, 25, 27: 7 p.m.; Nov 28: 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Nov 29: 6 p.m.; Dec 1–4: 7 p.m.; Dec 5: 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.; Dec 6: 6 p.m.; Dec 8–11: 7 p.m.; Dec 12: 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.; Dec 13: 6 p.m.; Dec 15–18: 7 p.m.; Dec 19: 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.; Dec 20: 6 p.m.; Dec 22–23: 7 p.m.; Dec 24: 4 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.; Dec 26: 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.; Dec 27: 6 p.m.; Dec 29–30: 7 p.m.; Dec 31: 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.; Jan 1: 7 p.m.; Jan 2: 7 p.m.; Jan 3: 6 p.m.
Food & Drink
The extra-cost reception, offered on select performances, includes a cup of Smoking Bishop, a mulled wine.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Arrive about 30 minutes before the performance, since doors open then and this gives you time to settle before the 70-minute show.
- Choose a performance marked for the reception if you want the extra experience; it is offered only on select dates and has limited capacity.
- Arrive 60 minutes early for reception performances, because reception access begins an hour before the show.
- Treat tickets as a firm commitment: all sales are final, so confirm your selected performance before purchasing.
- Consider the virtual rental if you cannot attend in person; it offers unlimited views through December 30 and can be shared with friends and family.
Special Events & Promotions
- A separately ticketed Christmas Reception with Mr. Dickens is available for select performances only.
- A virtual performance is available separately, with viewing access through December 30.
- Season tickets covering all three 2026–2027 productions include A Christmas Carol and offer savings.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the live performance?
The performance runs for 70 minutes.
Who portrays Dickens?
John Kevin Jones and Vince Gatton portray Mr. Dickens at alternating performances.
What happens at the Christmas reception?
Guests can enjoy mulled wine and a performance of “A Visit from St. Nicholas”; the family room, kitchen and garden, weather permitting, are open.
Is the reception included with a performance ticket?
No. The reception is separately ticketed, has limited capacity and is offered with selected performances.
Can I watch if I can’t attend in person?
A virtual performance is available to rent, with unlimited views until December 30; you can share the viewing link with friends and family.
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