Join College of the Desert Performing Arts for a non-traditional and heartwarming production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. In this inventive adaptation by Doris Baizley, a troupe of traveling players prepares to perform the timeless story, but when key actors suddenly vanish, the show must go on.
The gruff stage manager and an eager prop boy step into the spotlight, taking on the roles of Scrooge and Tiny Tim as the company improvises their way through Dickens’ beloved tale. With resourceful stagecraft, mime, and imagination, the ragtag group brings to life the snow, ghosts, and transformation that make A Christmas Carol a cherished holiday tradition.
Directed by Janet Miller, this playful reimagining captures the true spirit of the season, filled with redemption, joy, and community. It reminds audiences that even the coldest hearts can be warmed by kindness and hope.
Celebrate the holidays with this inventive production and see why A Christmas Carol continues to captivate audiences year after year.