A Christmas Carol 2022

... "and so, as Tiny Tim observed, God bless us, Every one!"

A Christmas Carol played it's final performance December 23rd

A Christmas Carol with a Baltimore twist returns, re-imagined by Company Member and historian Laura Rocklyn. Ebenezer Scrooge lives in Victorian Baltimore in our spirited version of Charles Dickens’ classic ghost story. This year’s brand-new adaptation is exhilarating and imaginative featuring beloved carols and characters to make your season bright!

A delight for all ages! Tickets are now on sale for our holiday tradition that celebrates Baltimore’s charm and the magic of the season!

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Tues - Fri from 10 am - 4 pm

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About the Production

The Cast (Listed alphabetically)
Greta Boeringer** - Mrs. Dilber, Party Guest, others
J. Bradley Bowers - Jacob Marley, Nicholas
Gregory Burgess** - Ebenezer Scrooge
Ellie Cattle – Fiddler
Morganne Chu - Belle
Lauren Davis** - Frances
Emilia Endy - Belinda Cratchit
Kate Forton** - Mrs. Pickersgill, Businessperson, others
Kyle Hermary - William, Peter
Troy Haines-Hopper - Christmas Present, Joshua
Lauren Erica Jackson - Christmas Past, Businessperson, others
Alex Jones - Freddie, Belle’s Son, Turkey Boy
Jade Jones - Martha Cratchit, Betsy, Belle’s daughter
Molly Moores** - Mrs. O’Leary, Mrs. Fezziwig, Party Guest
Shaquan Pearson - Young Scrooge, Party Guest
Benny Pope - Party Guests, Businessperson
Samuel Richie - Bob Cratchit
River Robinson - Tiny Tim
Michael Salconi – Mr. Fezziwig
Emily Zinski - Mrs. Cratchit

Madalaina D’Angelo - Swing
Ryan James Macdonald - Child Swing
Jake Stibbe - Swing

The Creative Team
Shanara Gabrielle - Director
Sarah Curnoles** - Production Manager
Sarah E. T. Jackson - Production Stage Manager
Miles A. Lawlor - Assistant Production Stage Manager
Dan O'Brien** - Technical Director
Mollie Singer - Set Designer
Kristina Lambdin** - Costume Designer
Minjoo Kim - Lighting Designer
Sarah O'Halloran - Sound Designer
Caitlin Bouxsein - Props Designer
Chester Stacy** - Puppet Designer, Associate Technical Director
Grace Srinivasan** - Music Director
Madalaina D'Angelo - Choreographer
Grace Santamaria - Costume Design Associate
Hannah Brill - Wardrobe Supervisor & Wig Consultant
Pam Forton** - Senior House Manager
Dawn Thomas Reidy** - Production Associate
Lloyd Ekpe - Production Assistant
Kris Ingle - Board Operator
Alexis E. Davis** - Backstage Swing
Kris DiBastiani - Child Minder
Mandy Benedix** - COVID Safety Manager

** CSC Company Member

Press and Reviews

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“A perfect evening of wassailing and dancing, in the spirit of joviality, generosity, and community…that is exactly what this new adaptation of A Christmas Carol at Chesapeake Shakespeare Company offers with abundance.” - DC Theater Arts
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"a well-distilled telling of the holiday tale, with room to add some DELIGHTFULLY PLAYFUL new elements of song and movement. [Director] Shanara Gabrielle deploys her large, GIFTED COMPANY OF ACTORS with smooth agility." – MD Theatre Guide
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“A delightful holiday tradition, newly renovated for this year— Chesapeake Shakespeare Company’s A CHRISTMAS CAROL captures the essence of Christmas just in time for the holidays.” —Theatre Bloom
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“Baltimore is so lucky to have the Chesapeake Shakespeare's annual presentation... with some updated elements that make it especially heartwarming to local audiences.” - Broadway World Baltimore
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"CSC seems more inclined towards inviting Baltimore in than shutting Baltimore out…this is a good thing.... [Director] Gabrielle’s A CHRISTMAS CAROL is only one example of the many ways CSC is trying (successfully) to bring art and theater to Baltimore" – Baltimore Fishbowl
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Community Events

Q&A: Adapter and historical writer, Laura Rocklyn

Date: Saturday, December 17, 2022

Time: 1:15 pm

Location: The Middendorf lounge located on the first mezzanine of the Chesapeake Shakespeare Company Theatre, 7 S Calvert St, Baltimore, MD 21202

Did you know that Charles Dickens once visited Baltimore? It’s true! Just one year before he published A Christmas Carol, Dickens traveled to America. Actor, writer, and historian Laura Rocklyn joins us for a conversation about Dickens’ account of Baltimore and how it inspired this brand-new adaptation of A Christmas Carol.

Director’s Talk: Shanara Gabrielle

Date: Sunday, December 18, 2022

Time: 1:15 pm

Location: The Middendorf lounge located on the first mezzanine of the Chesapeake Shakespeare Company Theatre, 7 S Calvert St, Baltimore, MD 21202

Please join us for a pre-show discussion with Shanara Gabrielle about her overall vision as the director of A Christmas Carol, her relationship to the play, and the discoveries she made while reimagining this holiday classic.

Know Before You Go — Health and Safety

Plan your visit to Chesapeake Shakespeare Company and be in the know before you go:

A Christmas Carol runs 1 hour and 45 minutes including one 15-minute intermission.
Face masks are required at all times, including while seated for the performance.
Parking at Arrow garage is just a block from the theatre and only costs $5 with a CSC coupon.
Our bar has tasty holiday treats including cookies, hot chocolate, and wassail (family-friendly, or add a nip of bourbon).
Our PNC Family Room is stocked with toys, games, and a live feed of the show. It's the perfect escape if your little ones get antsy and needs a break from the show.

To read the most up-to-date health and safety information and learn more about the venue, click here.

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