Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol - Niswonger Performing Arts Center

Description

This celebrated adaptation by Charles Jones of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol is rich with thrilling ensemble music, alive with color and movement and is created to tell this great and enduring tale in a manner that people of all ages will enjoy. Featuring a cast of 24, live musicians, and Broadway-style scenery and costumes, audiences cherish this sumptious annual holiday classic.

Charles Jones’ describes the adaptation and production of A Christmas Carol as a masque. “The songs do not move the story forward; they stand apart, completely separate from the text. Each song or carol was chosen for the dramatic atmosphere it contributes to the total experience.”

“True to masque form, the entire production is presentational. It unashamedly takes advantage of live theatre. The characters are larger than life could ever be. The sets and costumes are faithfully drawn from reality, and then, fancifully carried past reality.”