Little Theatre presents ‘A Christmas Carol’ through Dec. 18

Published 12:00 am Thursday, December 15, 2022

The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem will present “A Christmas Carol,” adapted by Charlie Lovett from the novel by Charles Dickens, through Sunday, Dec. 18, at the Reynolds Place Theatre, 251 N. Spruce Street in Winston-Salem.
Thursday, Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday matinees are at 2 p.m. Tickets range from $14-26 for adults (plus taxes/fees), with discounts for students, seniors and groups of 10 or more. Tickets are available online and the box office is open for phone sales Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 12-4 p.m. Call 336-725-4001 for tickets or purchase them online at www.LTofWS.org.

Imprisoned in the dark and miserly life he has chosen, Ebenezer Scrooge faces a fateful night of ghosts, memories, visions and fears. Will the Spirits of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come help him find the way to a kinder heart and a brighter future? This hopeful and merry adaptation by Winston-Salem native and New York Times bestselling novelist Charlie Lovett is sure to bring holiday cheer to the whole family.
“It was such an honor, and a fascinating challenge, to adapt this beloved story for the stage,” Lovett said. “A Christmas Carol is so many things, but one thing it isn’t is a play — that meant I had a lot of work to do, but it also meant I had opportunities to tease out elements of the story, always, of course, doing my best to be true to Dickens’ original. I hope audiences will enjoy the result and take away the spirit of the season when they leave the theatre.”
“We’re excited to bring this world premiere production to the community of Winston-Salem,” Executive Director Philip Powell said. “This fantastical adaptation penned by New York Times best-selling author, Charlie Lovett, will delight audiences both young and old.”
A Christmas Carol is directed by Ben Baker. Bland Wade designed the set, with lighting design by Dominick Riches and props by Alex Drake. Tara Raczenski and Molly McNair designed the costumes. Kristen Skidmore is the stage manager.
The cast is as follows:

• Drew Baker — Marely/Matthew/Undertaker/Gravedigger 2

• Joseph Bell — Young Scrooge/Mr. Portly

• Robert Bullington — Ebenezer Scrooge

• Angela Chance — Belle/Mrs. Fezziwig

• Jackson Colo — Child Scrooge/Peter Cratchit

• James Crowe — Bob Cratchit

• JP De Leon — Topper/Luke/Dick Wilkins

• Borden Douglas — David Cratchit/Chestnut Vendor

• Mills Douglas — Child in the Street/Pie Vendor

• Mimi Emmerich — Jane/Mrs. Pleasant

• Amy Fernandez — Mrs. Cratchit

• Louise Johnson — Young Belle/Christmas Yet to Come

• Michael Lauricella — Dr.Lutwidge/Murdstone/Old Joe/Gravedigger 1

• Nylah Lee — Fan Scrooge/Belinda Cratchit

• Jessica Lofland — Mrs. Dilber/Clara/Christmas Past

• Janice Lovett — Mrs. Gridley/Christmas Present

• Kennedy Matthews — Martha Cratchit/ Sarah/Rachel

• David McDonald — Freddy/Mr. Fezziwig

• Henry McNamara — Tiny Tim

• Keri Small — Caroline/Margaret

A Christmas Carol runs approximately one hour and 40 minutes long, including one 15-minute intermission. It is appropriate for all ages.

For further information and tickets, go to LTofWS.org.