A Christmas Carol 2010
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presents
A Christmas Carol
by Charles Dickens
adapted by Crispin Whittell
directed by Joe Dowling
For more than 35 years audiences have treasured the Guthrie's A Christmas Carol, making it a tradition not to be missed. This season the Guthrie presents a fresh take on Dickens' ghost story, featuring a new adaptation by British playwright Crispin Whittell, a dazzling new set and costumes, beautiful music, fantastical aerial effects, and a cast of Guthrie favorites.
A miserly and miserable man, Ebenezer Scrooge greets each Christmas with a "bah humbug," until he is visited one Christmas Eve by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Christmas Present and Christmas Future. Through a restless night, the spirits show him happy memories from his past, cruel realities from the present and the grim future should he continue his cantankerous ways. In the Guthrie's production, Scrooge's story of redemption remains as powerful and uplifting as it ever was. Don't miss your chance to share this holiday favorite with your whole family, an experience they will remember for years to come. Secure your seats today!
Resources
Play Guide created by the Guthrie TheaterVIDEO: Director Joe Dowling talks about the all-new production
VIDEO: Behind the Scenes at the First Rehearsal
Run time
2 hours 3 minutes including intermissionCast
| Topper/Dick Wilkins |
Sam Bardwell |
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Robinson Crusoe's Parrot/ |
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Deidre Fezziwig/Sally |
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| Old Joe/Mr. Fezziwig |
Bob Davis |
| Ghost of Christmas Past |
Kate Eifrig |
| Ghost of Christmas Present/Bull | Nic Few |
| George/Mr. Sykes/Bear |
Nathaniel Fuller |
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Ebenezer Scrooge |
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Daisy Fezziwig |
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Mr. Wimple/David/Belle's Husband/ |
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Dora Fezziwig/Jane |
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Young Scrooge/Tim's Priest |
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Bob Cratchit/Donald |
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Jacob Marley/ |
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Mrs. Dilber/Bumble |
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Fred/Daniel |
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Merriweather |
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Bunty/Mrs. Fezziwig |
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Wimple's Wife/Belle/Kitty |
Artistic Staff
| Director | Joe Dowling |
| Set Designer |
Walt Spangler |
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Costume Designer |
Mathew J. LeFebvre |
| Lighting Designer |
Christopher Akerlind |
| Composer | Keith Thomas |
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Sound Designer |
Scott W. Edwards |
| Dramaturgy | Michael Lupu |
| Voice and Dialect Consultant |
Gillian Lane-Plescia |
| Movement | Joe Chvala |
| Production Stage Manager |
Russell W. Johnson |
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Assistant Stage Managers |
Jason Clusman |
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Chris A. Code |
| Associate Director |
Benjamin McGovern |
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Minneapolis, MN 55415 •
Box Office: 612.377.2224