A Christmas Ghost Story!
A Christmas Ghost Story!
Why see A Christmas Carol?
Bah Humbug
Penny-pinching and bad-tempered old miser Ebenezer Scrooge goes on the adventure of his life in Charles Dicken's perennial holiday favorite, returning to the Hubbard Stage this year in this revitalized production from Rob Melrose, directed by Amber D. Gray. Magic, merriment, and music abound as Mr. Scrooge is visited by three ghosts, each ready to teach him a lesson he'll never forget!
Ever since Charles Dickens first penned A Christmas Carol in 1843, it has seen myriad stage adaptations and the popularity of this tale of redemption and second chances has seemingly never waned. From stage to screen, opera to one-man show, it is one of the most influential Christmas shows and a traditional holiday outing that defines the joy of the Yuletide period for most of us. Don't miss it when it returns to Houston this Holiday season!
What Is The Story?
Ebenzer Scrooge doesn't see the point of letting his employees have a day off for Christmas, not even kind Bob Cratchit, who's son Tiny Tim is very sick. Eventually, he is convinced and retires to his room to pass Christmas Eve as he usually does, alone. But this Christmas is different. He has a visitor for a change, the wretched soul of his former business partner Jacob Marley. Doomed to wander the earth for eternity for his sins in life, Marley warns Scrooge of 3 impeding visitations.
In a flurry of fear he meets the gentle Ghost of Christmas Past, the jolly Ghost of Christmas Present and the terrifying Ghost of Christmas to Come, all of whom want to teach him a lesson...
Key Information
Audience
Children under 6 will not be admitted into the theatre.
Run Time
Approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes, with intermission.
Dates
Nov 15 - Dec 29
Reviews
Customer reviews
11 reviews, average rating: (3.0 Stars)
Rebecca Ingalls
What a surprise….and we loved it!
I love Dickens “Christmas Carol†and have enjoyed the Alley production for many years. My first time to see this production and what a surprise! It was a combination of tradition and energizing new components - both in production and scripting. The diversity of performers, the tidbits of humor, the intensity of the ghosts yet appropriate for young audiences. Watching the audience - they laughed, applauded the highlights and intently listened to the narration. We thought it was fabulous. Change can be challenging for those who value tradition - but this production reflects the diversity of Houston and it matters. ... Read more
Maria Isabel
Love the Christmas Carol
To @jerry everyone is always leery of change but change it always for the better. As for your comment, too much activity while changing sets?well it is LIVE theatre, duh. If stillness is what you want, go to stare at a picture @tiffany the principal of the show was totally captured! You list no value reason for your stupid complaints. Your onlycomment worth reading was,on the actors performed well, that was the true!! And shame on you for writing this nasty comment! Good luck finding another family Christmas tradition as amazing as this production.@disappointed,this was a wonderful twist on a holiday classic. The characters on stage while the story is being narrated is called LIVE Theatre (mentioned this above to Jerry as well). The only part of your comment worth reading was re: Mrs Dilbert,Who was a great character but as I said above, this is a new rendition. If boring is what you,husband,his parents are looking for, stay home and keep your negative worthless comments to yourself. ... Read more
Marie karnezis
The Christmas Carol
Bravo to the director Mr Rob Melrose!! This is a wonderful new rendition of a favorite holiday classic!! I loved the new set, I love the story telling, the costumes, all of the actors are phenomenal and the youth cast adorable!!! I was so happy to have this beautiful production back in full force!! They even added a hot chocolate/ hot cider bar for the kids, and we loved it!! Definitely a must see 2022!!! Go support this amazing production at the Alley Theatre ... Read more
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