Overview
Inspired by the original novella, Melrose captures Dickens’ witty wording and evocative style to surprise audiences with parts of the familiar story they didn’t know were there! A Christmas Carol tells the beloved story of Scrooge and his miraculous transformation. This new adaptation of a holiday tradition is the perfect way for families to recapture the nostalgia of Christmases past and to create memories for many Christmases to come.
Casting & Production
Casting
The Company
Scrooge
Marley, Harold, One, John
Bob Cratchit
Mrs. Cratchit, Mrs. Dilbur
Fred
Mr. Fezziwig, Ruddy Man, Joe
Mrs. Fezziwig, Cornelia, Doll
Belle, Susan
The Ghost of Christmas Past, Polly (Fred’s niece) Caroline
The Ghost of Christmas Present, New Man in Scrooge’s office,
Second Man
Gentleman 1, Roger, The Ghost of Christmas Future
Gentleman 2, Young Adult Scrooge, Topper, Third Man, Ralph
The Ensemble (Adults and Children)
Fan
Schoolboy Scrooge/Apprentice Scrooge
Nick
Sally
Oliver
Grace
Martha
Belinda
Peter
Tiny Tim
Maid
Fiddler
Hortensia
Want
Ignorance
Guests at Fred’s Party
Townspeople
Peopla t the Exchange
People in the Street
Solitary Child/Turkey Boy
Children — Belle’s, The Cratchit’s, Caroline and John’s
Casting Note:
Most of these characters appear in only one scene so lots of doubling is possible for a smaller cast.
Setting
Various locations in Victorian London, circa 1840
Reviews
“This production, which emphasizes storytelling itself in a version that seems more in sync with the prose that inspires it, is a satisfying and enjoyable experience.”
— Doni Wilson, Houston Chronicle
“The Alley Theatre now has A CHRISTMAS CAROL to be proud of. It is Broadway worthy…We’ve been awaiting a new Alley version of this immortal tale for years. It has arrived and it is glorious. What a present this time of year, full of love, hope, charity, and best of all, chock to the brim with Charles Dickens. Merry Christmas, every one.”
—D.L. Groover, Houston Press
“A CHRISTMAS CAROL will delight the most cynical of theater patrons…Exchange the usual ‘Bah, humbug’ for a surprisingly joyous and artful, ‘God bless Us, Every One!’”
—Robert Donahoo, The Courier
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