A Christmas Carol
Audience members experience Charles Dickens' classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, holiday spirits, and redemption in an adaptation featuring new sets and projections by designer Kelly James Tighe. The stage production incorporates theatrical fog, haze, dynamic lighting, and sound effects. Before each show, attendees can also browse a plaza festival with food trucks, arts and crafts, and local artist displays.
Dec 17 – Dec 23, 2026
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
All-in pricing, including all fees: tickets range from $56 to $86 depending on performance and seat location. Save on handling fees by purchasing in person at The Hanover Theatre box office.
Hours
Dec 17: 7:00 pm; Dec 18: 7:00 pm; Dec 19: 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm; Dec 20: 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm; Dec 22: 7:00 pm; Dec 23: 7:00 pm.
Food & Drink
Food trucks are available at the free plaza festival before every performance.
Parking
During Worcester snow parking bans, the Federal Plaza Garage is heavily used by city residents. If it is full, the next closest parking locations are the McGrath (Library) Lot and the Worcester Common Garage.
Accessibility
Assisted listening devices are available at the ticketing office, with audio description and ASL interpretation offered at designated performances.
Location
Tips & Advice
- View your digital tickets at least 48 hours before the performance and open them on your phone before arriving for contactless entry.
- Save MyHanover to your phone’s home screen to access and manage your tickets at the theatre.
- Contact the box office at least two weeks ahead to arrange seating for the ASL-interpreted performance.
- Allow extra travel time in poor weather, as performances are not cancelled for inclement weather.
- If a snow parking ban fills the Federal Plaza Garage, use the McGrath (Library) Lot or Worcester Common Garage.
Special Events & Promotions
- Groups of 10 or more can book early and save.
- The free Family Winter Festival takes place before every performance; tickets are not required.
- Audio description is available at the December 20 afternoon performance.
- ASL interpretation is available at the December 20 evening performance; contact the box office with two weeks’ lead time to secure seating.
- The production is reimagined by director Billie Aken-Tyers and features a new set and projections by Kelly James Tighe.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the production suitable for children?
It is recommended for ages eight and up.
How long should I allow for the play?
The performance runs approximately two hours and 15 minutes, including intermission.
What can families do before a performance?
A free Family Winter Festival takes place on the Francis R. Carroll Plaza before every performance, with food trucks, arts and crafts, and local artist exhibits. No ticket is required for the festival.
Are accessible performance options available?
Audio description is offered at the December 20 matinee, and ASL interpretation at the December 20 evening performance. Contact the box office to arrange ASL seating, allowing two weeks’ lead time. Assisted listening devices are available at the ticketing office.
What should I know about the performance’s sensory effects?
The production uses theatrical fog and haze, dynamic lighting, and loud sound effects.
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