A Christmas Carol at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
Audiences follow the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge on a transformative journey after a cold Christmas Eve visitation. Led by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future, Scrooge confronts how his selfish behavior has harmed those around him. He awakes on Christmas morning renewed with generosity, kindness, community, and love.
Dec 3 – Dec 24, 2026
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
General Admission $16. Groups of 8 or more are eligible for a discount.
Hours
December 13 and 20: 6:30pm; December 24: 2:00pm.
Ages
All ages (Guardians responsible for determining suitability)
Neighborhood
Downtown Arlington Heights
Accessibility
American Sign Language interpreted performances are available by request, and a sensory-friendly performance is offered.
Location
Tips & Advice
- If you're bringing very young children, keep in mind that the ghosts in this show may frighten small kids, even though it's recommended for all ages.
- For a shorter outing with little ones, pick a Family Series daytime matinee, which runs a 90-minute version of the Main Stage production.
- With a group of eight or more, call or visit the box office in person to get the group discount, since it isn't offered through the regular ticket link.
- If someone in your party needs ASL interpretation, request an interpreted performance ahead of time, because they're arranged by request only.
- On performance days the box office stays open until the show starts, so you can pick up or buy tickets in person right before curtain.
Special Events & Promotions
- Sensory-friendly performance on December 11, as part of the Family Series
- American Sign Language interpreted performance available by request
- Family Series daytime matinees: a 90-minute version of the Main Stage show, with separate tickets
- Group discount for 8 or more, bought by phone or in person at the box office
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is A Christmas Carol okay for young children?
It's recommended for all ages, but it has ghosts that may frighten small children.
What's the difference between the Main Stage show and the Family Series matinees?
The Family Series matinees are daytime performances of a 90-minute version of the Main Stage production. They're ticketed separately from the Main Stage evening and matinee shows.
Is there a sensory-friendly performance?
Yes. There's one sensory-friendly performance, on December 11, as part of the Family Series.
Can I get an ASL-interpreted performance?
Yes. An American Sign Language interpreted performance is available by request.
Do groups get a discount?
Groups of 8 or more get a discount. To buy group tickets, call the box office at 847.577.2121 or go to the box office in person.
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