A Christmas Carol – Eine Weihnachtsgeschichte
Audience members experience the German-language premiere of the family musical based on Charles Dickens' classic holiday tale. The production follows the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge as he is visited by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future. Staged in the Großes Haus, the performance features soloists, choir, and extra choir of Theater Pforzheim accompanied by the Badische Philharmonie Pforzheim.
What to Expect
German-language premiere of the family musical by Alan Menken and Lynn Ahrens
Event Details
Ages
8+
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Theater Pforzheim
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and musical-theater fans
Vibe
Heartwarming and theatrical
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
Low
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: December 22 and 27, 2026: from €22.60; December 25, 2026 and January 2, 2027: from €24.80. Prices are plus €2.00 service fee and shipping costs where applicable per order. – Get tickets
- Hours: December 22, 2026 at 20:00; December 25, 2026 at 19:00; December 27, 2026 at 15:00; January 2, 2027 at 19:30.
- Accessibility: The online seat map isn't accessible for screen-reader and keyboard users; the ticket hotline (069 427262 670) helps with booking.
Tips & Advice
- Buy all your tickets in one order, because the service fee and any shipping are charged per order rather than per ticket.
- Ask for concession tickets when booking, since reduced prices are offered for this production.
- Choose the Sunday, December 27 performance if you want an afternoon show, as every other performance in the run is in the evening.
- If you use a screen reader or keyboard, call the ticket hotline on 069 427262 670 to book, as the online seat map isn't accessible.
Special Events & Promotions
- First German-language staging of the musical, premiering in Pforzheim.
- Concession tickets are available.
- Sunday, December 27: afternoon matinee performance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the musical suitable for children?
Yes. It's a musical for the whole family, based on Charles Dickens' story of Ebenezer Scrooge and the three Christmas ghosts.
Is it performed in German?
Yes. This is the first time the musical has been staged in German, and the premiere is in Pforzheim.
Who wrote the music?
Alan Menken wrote the music and Lynn Ahrens wrote the lyrics. Menken also wrote the songs for Little Shop of Horrors, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin and Pocahontas. The musical premiered at New York's Paramount Theatre in 1994.
Who is in the production?
The soloists, choir and extra choir of Theater Pforzheim, with the Badische Philharmonie Pforzheim. Philipp Haag is the musical director, Markus Hertel directs, Erwin Bode designed the sets and costumes, and Carlo Mertens is the dramaturg.
Can I get help booking seats?
Yes. The online seat map isn't accessible for screen-reader or keyboard users, so call the ticket hotline on 069 427262 670 and staff will help you book.
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