A Musical Retelling of “A Christmas Carol”
Vocal ensemble Skylark brings Charles Dickens’ classic tale of hope and redemption to life inside the Great Hall of The Breakers. Directed by Matthew Guard, the performance weaves soaring choral music with narration by award-winning actress Christine Baranski. Select ticket holders can also stroll through the outdoor Sparkling Lights display, attend a pre-performance reception on the Loggia, or mingle with the artists after the concert.
What to Expect
Narrated by Christine Baranski with choral music by vocal ensemble Skylark.
Event Details
Food & Drink
The pre-performance reception included with a Christmas Yet to Come ticket features sparkling wine and festive passed bites.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Dickens and choral music fans
Vibe
Elegant and festive
Energy Level
Low
Budget
$$$
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Christmas Yet to Come: $400 per person, with priority seating, a post-performance opportunity to mingle with Christine Baranski, Matthew Guard and Skylark artists, an optional private Sparkling Lights grounds viewing, and a pre-performance reception with sparkling wine and passed bites. Christmas Present: $225 per person, assigned seat in the mid-section of the Great Hall. Christmas Past: $175 per person, assigned seat in the rear sections of the Great Hall. – Get tickets
- Hours: 6:00pm – Reception and Optional Sparkling Lights Walkthrough; 7:00pm – Performance.
- Parking: Free onsite parking at The Breakers.
Tips & Advice
- Book when tickets go on sale because seating is limited and assigned by ticket level and the order tickets are received.
- If friends buy tickets separately, tell the organizers you want to sit together; they will try to accommodate your group when possible.
- Allow time for free onsite parking at The Breakers before the performance.
- If your Christmas Yet to Come ticket includes the optional outdoor lights walk, bring a warm layer for time outside.
- Arrive ready to receive your assigned seat upon arrival, since seating is assigned in advance.
Special Events & Promotions
- This is a one-night-only performance.
- A limited number of Christmas Yet to Come tickets include priority seating and a post-performance opportunity to mingle with the performers.
- Christmas Yet to Come ticket holders can choose an optional private Sparkling Lights grounds walkthrough.
- Christmas Yet to Come tickets include a pre-performance reception with sparkling wine and festive passed bites.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happens during the performance?
Skylark performs a musical retelling of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” narrated by Christine Baranski and directed by Matthew Guard.
What is included with the Christmas Yet to Come ticket?
It includes priority seating, a post-performance opportunity to mingle with Christine Baranski, Matthew Guard and Skylark artists, an optional Sparkling Lights walkthrough, and a pre-performance reception with sparkling wine and passed bites.
Is parking available at The Breakers?
Free onsite parking is available at The Breakers.
Is the Sparkling Lights walkthrough required for Christmas Yet to Come ticket holders?
No. The private grounds walkthrough is optional for those ticket holders.
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