A Christmas Carol

by CHARLES DICKENS
adapted by LAVINA JADHWANI
directed by ADDIE GORLIN-HAN
based on the original direction by JOSEPH HAJ
Wurtele Thrust Stage

A celebration of 50 years

A miserly and miserable man, Ebenezer Scrooge greets each Christmas with “Bah! Humbug!” until he is visited one Christmas Eve by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Christmas Present and Christmas Future. In Charles Dickens’ beloved classic, the three spirits show Scrooge happy memories from his past, difficult realities from the present and a grim future should he continue his closed-hearted ways. Throughout his journey, Scrooge is forced to reckon with the man he has become and contemplate the man he could be — but only if his restless night leads to a change of heart by morning. The Guthrie's cherished tradition celebrates its 50th year and continues to delight audiences of all ages this holiday season.

Ticket prices

Tickets range from $29 to $139. Students (5–17) save $10 per ticket in Areas 1 and 1A and 50% per ticket in Areas 2–4. Excludes tickets $25 or less and select performances.

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A note about ticket resellers

The Guthrie Theater Box Office is the official and most secure way to purchase tickets. We cannot guarantee that tickets purchased through any other vendor or third-party seller are valid.

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Venue info

This production will take place on the Wurtele Thrust Stage.

Pro tip: Can't do stairs or have a special seating request? Call the Box Office for details. 

Age recommendation

We recommend A Christmas Carol for ages 8 and up. Everyone must have a ticket, and children under 5 are not admitted.

Content advisory

This production contains loud noises, strobe lights, haze and fog.

Run time

Approximately 1 hour, 45 minutes (including intermission)

Group sales 

All student and adult groups of 15 or more qualify for discounts on tickets to Guthrie productions. Group Sales is available Tuesday – Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 612.225.6244 or 1.877.225.6211 (toll-free) or send an email

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Accessibility

ASL-interpreted, audio-described and open-captioned performances are available on select dates. Download the audio description notes or ASL program.

Audio describer: Connie Fullmer

ASL interpreters: Erin Gardner and James Gardner

Captioner: Caitlin Childe-Archuleta

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Digital program and play guide

Want to dig deeper into the story? Download the digital program and play guide.

In the news

A Christmas Carol in rehearsal

Get a behind-the-scenes look at A Christmas Carol and the first rehearsal with this feature from WCCO. Hear from Director Addie Gorlin-Han and local Twin Cities actor Nathaniel Fuller on 50 years of A Christmas Carol at the Guthrie.

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Review

See what The Minnesota Star Tribune had to say about our 50th production of A Christmas Carol

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Review

See what Pioneer Press had to say about our 50th production of A Christmas Carol

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Artists

Cast

David Beach

Ebenezer Scrooge

Stephanie Anne Bertumen

Belle

China Brickey

Third Fezziwig Daughter/Fred’s Wife

John Catron

Fred

Paul de Cordova

Mr. Fezziwig/Townsperson 1

Nathaniel Fuller

Old Joe

Emjoy Gavino

Mrs. Cratchit

Sebastian Grim

Young Scrooge

Emily Gunyou Halaas

Second Fezziwig Daughter/Charwoman

Summer Hagen

First Fezziwig Daughter/Laundress/Poultress

Becca Claire Hart

Collector 2/Mother

Nathan Huberty

Belle's Husband/Ghost of Christmas Future

Charity Jones

Marley/Townsperson 2

Tyler Michaels King

Bob Cratchit

Audrey Mojica

Fan

Eric Sharp

Ghost of Christmas Past/Father

Regina Marie Williams

Mrs. Fezziwig/Ghost of Christmas Present

Max Wojtanowicz

Collector 1/Dick Wilkins

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Creative

Lavina Jadhwani

Adapter

Addie Gorlin-Han

Director

Jason Hansen

Music Director

Regina Peluso

Choreographer

Matt Saunders

Scenic & Projection Designer

Toni-Leslie James

Costume Designer

Yi Zhao

Lighting Designer

Mikaal Sulaiman

Sound Designer

Jane Shaw

Composer

Blossom Johnson

Dramaturg

Keely Wolter

Vocal Coach

Jason Clusman

Stage Manager

Rivka Kelly

Assistant Stage Manager

Laura Topham

Assistant Stage Manager

Joseph Haj

Original Direction

Jennifer Liestman

Resident Casting Director

Alli St. John

Intimacy

Emily Tappan

Recreated Costume Design

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Photos

The cast of A Christmas Carol (Dan Norman)

Eric Sharp and David Beach (Dan Norman)

The cast of A Christmas Carol (Dan Norman)

The cast of A Christmas Carol (Dan Norman)

David Beach (Dan Norman)

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