27 YEARS OF HOLIDAY TRADITION CONTINUES AT THE IRT

Lilly presents Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol

For decades, theatre-goers have enjoyed Lilly presents Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol at the Indiana Repertory Theatre (IRT), where classic characters come to life and the spirits of Christmas bring new life to Ebenezer Scrooge.   

Perhaps no other holiday story is as capable of turning our heads this time of year as A Christmas Carol can. Dickens’ storytelling turns our focus back to ourselves and our families, just as the Cratchit’s and Fred’s family and friends are bound together in celebration of togetherness.
 
“Dickens created indelible characters and memorable plots which make us feel more. His story emblazoned on stage provides families with an opportunity to savor a fully human, live experience together,” said Janet Allen, executive artistic director.
 
Again this season the timeless classic is directed by Allen, with support from Co-Director and the IRT’s new Associate Artistic Director, Benjamin Hanna.

“I’m delighted to help guide this group of actors—whose collective experience with this tale is powerful and deep—through the task of making it sing for three generations of Hoosiers,” said Allen.

Many of Indy’s favorite actors return to the stage including Ryan Artzberger who will again take on the role of Ebenezer Scrooge, along with Chuck Goad, Scot Greenwell, Jeremy Fisher, Rob Johansen, Jennifer Johansen, Charles Pasternak, Emily Ristine and Milicent Wright. 

Joey Collins and Ashley Dillard make their A Christmas Carol debut. The cast, in their Victorian-era costumes, on a dreamy, candlelit and snow-covered stage, come together to bring the spirit of the holidays to Indianapolis.  
 
“What always fills my heart with joy in watching A Christmas Carol are the hidden, surprising moments of generosity from characters from whom we least expect it. Often, these characters have very little in the way of material possessions or wealth; what they have instead is a sense of the promise of humanity and the joy of reaching out to others,” said Allen.

A Christmas Carol promises these things to you, too.


DETAILS
What: A Christmas Carol
When: November 18 – December 24
Where: OneAmerica Mainstage, 140 W. Washington Street
Run Time: 1 hour, 30 minutes, no intermission
Age: Recommended for patrons 8 years and older
Content advisory: This production contains thematic ghost scenes
Tickets: Tickets start at $25 and can be purchased at irtlive.com             

CAST & THE CREATIVE TEAM
Ryan Artzberger–Scrooge
Joey Collins–Schoolmaster, Nutley, Undertaker, Poulterer’s Man, et al.
Ashley Dillard–Felicity, Belle, Martha, et al.
Jeremy Fisher–Bob Cratchit, Young Marley, et al.
Charles Goad–Marley’s Ghost, Fezziwig, Topper, Broker, et al.
Mark Goetzinger –Portly Gentleman, Old Joe, et al.
Scot Greenwell–Waiter, Postboy, Belle’s Husband, Lamplighter, Christmas Future, et al.
Jennifer Johansen–Mrs. Fezziwig, Plump Sister, Laundress, et al.
Charles Pasternak–Fred, Young Scrooge, Broker, et al.
Emily Ristine–Mrs. Cratchit, Christmas Past, Roses Sister, et al.
Milicent Wright–Sister of Mercy, Christmas Present, Charwoman, et al.


THE CREATIVE TEAM
Janet Allen–Director
Russell Metheny–Scenic Design
Murell Horton–Costume Design
Michael Lincoln–Lighting Design
Andrew Hopson–Sound Design and Composition
Benjamin Hanna–Assistant Director

SCROOGE GIVES BACK 
If Scrooge can give back this holiday season, so can you! Roll up your sleeve, purchase a new toy for a local child or donate non-perishable items to the food pantry and receive one free ticket to *select A Christmas Carol performances. Donors can also receive 25% off four additional tickets. Donations of food and toys can be received from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., while the blood drive is from 3–7 p.m. 

*A Christmas Carol performances are 11/18 at 3 p.m., 11/24 at 5 p.m., 11/25 at 3 and 7 p.m. and 11/26 at 2 p.m.  *We are unable to accept monetary or perishable food donations.

Thanks to our sponsors Indiana Blood Center, Gleaners Food Bank and Toys for Tots.

IRT Grand Lobby
Friday, November 17
Blood drive from 3 PM to 7 PM
Food and toy drive from 11 AM to 7 PM
CLICK HERE TO DONATE
 

Saturday, November 18, 2017, performance at 3 p.m. | Family Photographs & First Responders Discount Day
Grab your friends and family and have your holiday photo taken in front of our tree by our professional photographer. Photos will be taken from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. and will be uploaded online for patrons to access and share. This performance includes a post-show discussion. The IRT honors police, fire & first responders with a $10 off discount to this production. Valid ID must be presented to redeem. 

Friday, November 24, 2017, performance at 5 p.m. | First Responders Discount Day
The IRT honors police, fire & first responders with a $10 off discount to this production. Valid ID must be presented to redeem. 

Saturday, November 25, 2017, performances at 3 p.m. | Family Photographs
Grab your friends and family and have your holiday photo taken in front of our tree by our professional photographer. Photos will be taken from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. and will be uploaded online for patrons to access and share. This performance includes a post-show discussion.

Saturday, November 25, 2017, performance at 7 p.m. | Opening Night
Grab your friends and family and have your holiday photo taken in front of our tree by our professional photographer. Photos will be taken from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. and will be uploaded online for patrons to access and share.

Sunday, November, 26, 2017, performance at 2 p.m. | Post-Show Discussion
This performance includes a post-show discussion

Friday, December 01, 2017, performance at 7 p.m. | Fezziwig Tea & Cast Autographs
IRT’s most popular holiday hoopla event returns! Mingle and take photos with the cast of A Christmas Carol immediately after this performance. Bring your programs and get cast autographs! 

Saturday, December 02, 2017, performance at 1 and 4 p.m. | Visit Reindeer & Santa's Elf
Santa’s elf and reindeer return to the IRT for another year! Visit the IRT from 2:30-4 p.m. and visit with the duo that is sure to make you feel merry and bright. The 4 p.m. performance includes a post-show discussion

Sunday, December 03, 2017—2 p.m. | Post-Show Discussion
This performance includes a post-show discussion

Friday, December 8, 2017—7 p.m. | Visit Reindeer & Santa's Elf
Santa’s elf and reindeer return to the IRT for another year! Visit the IRT from 6 to 7 p.m and visit with the duo that is sure to make you feel merry and bright.

Saturday, December 09, 2017, performances at 3 and 7 p.m. | Family Photographs 
Grab your friends and family and have your holiday photo taken in front of our tree by our professional photographer. Photos will be taken from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. and will be uploaded online for patrons to access and share.

Sunday, December 10, 2017, performances at 2 and 5 p.m. | Hot Chocolate Bar
Celebrate the season ‘round our hot chocolate bar from 3:30-5 p.m.
The 5 p.m. performance includes a post-show discussion.

Friday, December 15, 2017, performance at 5 p.m. | Fezziwig Tea & Cast Autographs
IRT’s most popular holiday hoopla event returns! Mingle and take photos with the cast of A Christmas Carol immediately after this performance. Bring your programs and get cast autographs! 

Saturday, December 16, 2017, performances at 1 and 4 p.m. | Visit Reindeer & Santa's Elf
Santa’s elf and reindeer return to the IRT for another year! Visit the IRT from 2:30-4 p.m. and visit with the duo that is sure to make you feel merry and bright.

Saturday, December 16, 2017, performance at 7 p.m. | Holiday Happy Hour
Help us cheer to the holiday season with a special Holiday Happy Hour featuring local libations from New Day Craft, Hotel Tango, Taxman Brewing Co., TwoDEEP, and St. Joseph Brewery.  Enjoy happy hour from 5:30-7 p.m.

Sunday, December 17, 2017, performances at 2 and 5 p.m. | Holiday Carols
Join the Pettisville Show Choir as they perform holiday carols from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in the Grand Lobby.

Tuesday, December 19, 2017, performance at 7 p.m. | Visit Reindeer & Santa's Elf
Santa’s elf and reindeer return to the IRT for another year! Visit the IRT from 6 to 7 p.m. and visit with the duo that is sure to make you feel merry and bright.

Wednesday, December 20, 2017 performance at 7 p.m. | Post-Show Discussion
This performance includes a post-show discussion

Thursday, December 21, 2017, performance at 7 p.m. | Fezziwig Tea & Cast Autographs
IRT’s most popular holiday hoopla event returns! Mingle and take photos with the cast of A Christmas Carol immediately after this performance. Bring your programs and get cast autographs! 

Friday, December 22, 2017 –7 p.m. | Post-Show Discussion
This performance includes a post-show discussion

Saturday, December 23, 2017, performances at 1, 4 and 7 p.m. | Hot Chocolate Bar
Celebrate the season ‘round our hot chocolate bar immediately following this performance.

Sunday, December 24, 2017, performances at 1 and 4 p.m. | Hot Chocolate Bar
Celebrate the season ‘round our hot chocolate bar immediately following this performance.
 
 
POST-SHOW DISCUSSIONS
Stay after your performance for a discussion with IRT artists. Discussions begin immediately following the performance and last approximately 30 minutes. 

Saturday, November 18 at 3:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 25 at 3:00 p.m.                            
Sunday, November 26 at 2:00 p.m.                               
Saturday, December  2 at  4:00 p.m.                            
Sunday, December   3 at 2:00 p.m.                               
Sunday, December 10 at 5:00 p.m.                               
Sunday, December 17 at 5:00 p.m.                               
Wednesday, December 20 at 7:00 p.m.                      
Friday, December 22 at 7:00 p.m.