A Christmas Carol 2024

NOVEMBER 30 - DECEMBER 23, 2024

Gregory Burgess returns to the stage as Ebenezer Scrooge for our 10th year performing A Christmas Carol! Set in 19th-century Baltimore, this fresh take on the classic story follows a miser's journey to discovering the real meaning of the holidays. CSC Company Member Séamus Miller brings new life to Laura Rocklyn's script, giving this beloved Charm City tradition a vibrant update.

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About the Production

CAST

EBENEZER SCROOGE - Gregory Burgess *
BOB CRATCHIT, Scrooge’s clerk - Brendan Murray *
CAROLERS - Youth Cast
MRS. PICKERSGILL - Kate Forton *
CHARLES DICKENS - Paul Diem
FRANCES, Scrooge’s niece - Elana Michelle *
MRS. O’LEARY - Ali Haas
MRS. DILBER, Scrooge’s charwoman - Molly Moores *
JACOB MARLEY, Scrooge’s former business partner - Samuel Richie *
TURKEY BOY - Cassius Rife

THE GHOST OF CHRISTMAS PAST - Morganne Chu
YOUNG SCROOGE - Isaiah Mason Harvey *•
SCHOOL CHILDREN - Paige Simmons, Jashad Washington
LITTLE FAN, Scrooge’s sister - Devyn Holston
FEZZIWIG - Paul Diem
MRS. FEZZIWIG - Ali Haas
DICK WILKINS, an employee of Mr. Fezziwig - Benny Pope *•
BELLE, Scrooge’s fiancée - Tia Thomas
JOSHUA, Belle’s husband - Brendan Edward Kennedy *
CHARLES AND HARRIET, Belle’s children - Cassius Rife, Paige Simmons

THE GHOST OF CHRISTMAS PRESENT - Brendan Edward Kennedy *
MRS. CRATCHIT - Joelle Denise
MARTHA CRATCHIT - Paige Simmons
PETER CRATCHIT - Jashad Washington
BELINDA CRATCHIT - Charlotte Molitoris
ELIZABETH CRATCHIT - Lavinia Engler
“TINY” TIM CRATCHIT - Georgianna Ashford/Everett Engler
NICHOLAS, Frances’s husband - Samuel Richie *
TOPPER - Isaiah Mason Harvey *•
LOUISA - Ali Haas
HORACE - Benny Pope *•
EDGAR ALLAN POE - William Beckstrom
VIRGINIA POE - Morganne Chu

THE GHOST OF CHRISTMAS YET TO COME (PUPPETEERS) - Paul Diem, Isaiah Mason Harvey, Samuel Richie
BUSINESS PEOPLE - Morganne Chu, Kate Forton, Benny Pope

FIDDLER - Ellie Cattle
PIANIST - William Beckstrom

CREATIVE TEAM
Director - Séamus Miller*
Production Manager – Lauren Engler*
Production Stage Manager – Samba Pathak
Rehearsal Stage Manager – Monique Chambers
Assistant Director – Quae Simpson
Technical Director – Dan O’Brien*
Set Designer – Dan O’Brien*
Lighting Designer – Luis Garcia
Costume Designer – Kristina Lambdin*
Props Artisan – Katherine Ross
Dance and Movement Choreographer – Quae Simpson
Wardrobe Supervisor – Hannah Brill
Wardrobe Assistant – Hana Clarice
Ligh Board Operator – Andrew Pfluger
Backstage Swing – Gabby Grant
Production Associate – Dawn Thomas Reidy*
Assistant Stage Manager – Griffin DeLisle
Youth Cast Supervisor – Vanessa Strickland
Senior House Manager – Pam Forton*
COVID Safety Office – Mandy Benedix*

* A member of Chesapeake Shakespeare Company

Community Events

Meet the Cast

Friday, December 6, post-show

For ten years now, we’ve brought this special take on A Christmas Carol to life, and along the way, we’ve had the joy of working with incredible talent from across the region. Stick around after the show to meet this season’s cast, hear their stories, and learn what it takes for them to bring our beloved tradition to the stage.

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Meet the Director

Sunday, December 8, post show on the stage.

Every director brings something different to our beloved holiday show. What do they decide to keep? What is the first thing they want to change? CSC Associate Artisitic Director Séamus Miller talks about his reimagination Dickens’ famous ghost story.

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Family Fun Night

Saturday, December 14, pre-show
Friday, December 20, pre-show

Looking for something to bring the whole family together this season? Make our Family Fun Night a part of your winter plans! Come to the theater for a night of crafts, free hot cocoa, and blissful memories you’ll remember for a lifetime. The best part? Kids' tickets are nearly 50% off.

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Choral Performances

Choirs are back this season! Arrive ahead of time to bask in the delightful melodies sung by local choral groups from across the town. We are thrilled to extend a warm welcome to the following ensembles, gracing our theatre with their festive and vibrant pre-show performances. Check back here closer to the opening for more dates!