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EBENEZER AND THE CHRISTMAS SPIRITS

An Adaptation of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" for a Community Gathering

Inspired by Willy Appelman. Adapted by Sierra Hitchcock and Charlie Hitchcock.

A delightfully interactive retelling of the beloved Christmas classic that transforms any audience into part of the show. This charming adaptation invites community members to step into key roles, helping bring Ebenezer Scrooge's transformative Christmas Eve journey to life.

Perfect for any venue, this flexible production scales from a minimal three-actor presentation to a full theatrical experience with costumes, live music, and dance. Selected audience members read short monologues when called upon—no rehearsal required for them! From Fred's cheerful Christmas invitation to Bob Cratchit's humble gratitude, these moments help weave Dickens' timeless tale of redemption.

The script blends narration with opportunities for improvisation, while three beloved Christmas carols are sung by the entire audience. Optional dance sequences invite volunteers on stage, creating a spontaneous, joyful experience that captures the true spirit of Christmas: bringing people together through the magic of shared storytelling.

God bless us, everyone!