A Christmas Carol
Visitors gather in the Great Hall of Grey Towers to experience a live two-person dramatization of the holiday classic. Performed by Joe and Thérèse Plummer, the production uses the original text Charles Dickens delivered during his reading tour of America. The literary performance revives the historic tradition of dramatic readings once hosted by the Pinchot family at the estate.
What to Expect
Two-person dramatic reading staged in the Great Hall of Grey Towers.
Event Details
Duration
90 minutes.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Literature and theater fans, especially adults
Vibe
Literary and intimate
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
Low
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Friday 6:00 pm–7:30 pm; Saturday 2:00 pm–3:30 pm; Sunday 2:00 pm–3:30 pm.
- Parking: The visitor lot is about a ten-minute walk from the mansion, along a slightly inclined path with benches; two accessible spaces and a drop-off area are beside the mansion.
- Accessibility: Handicap parking and a drop-off area are available adjacent to the mansion for visitors with limited mobility.
Tips & Advice
- Buy tickets in advance because admission is ticketed, and members receive early access while non-member and student tickets become available October 20.
- Arrive early for the walk from visitor parking: the mansion is about 600 yards away along a slightly inclined path, taking roughly 10 minutes.
- Ask your driver to use the mansion’s adjacent handicap-area drop-off if you have limited mobility, then have them park in the visitor lot.
- Consider another event for children under 10, since this performance is not recommended for that age group.
- Choose among the three listed performance sessions when purchasing tickets so your visit fits your schedule.
Special Events & Promotions
- Members receive early access to tickets.
- Members receive discounted event access.
- Students can purchase tickets when the student and non-member sales open.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the performance suitable for?
The show is not recommended for children under 10.
What kind of performance is presented?
Two performers present a 90-minute dramatization using Charles Dickens’ original text, as he performed it during his American reading tour.
Do I need to book a ticket in advance?
Tickets are required. Members have early access; tickets for non-members and students become available later.
Are there different performance options?
There are three performances across the weekend: one on Friday and afternoon performances on Saturday and Sunday. Each ticket covers one performance.
Is there parking near the mansion?
The visitor parking lot is about a ten-minute walk from the mansion, along a slightly inclined path with benches. Two accessible parking spaces are beside the mansion, and a drop-off option is available there.
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