Illustration of a small stage with red curtains where two nutcracker soldiers and a dancer perform near a glowing fireplace (A Christmas Carol)

A Christmas Carol

Audiences watch Ebenezer Scrooge receive an unexpected midnight visit from Jacob Marley's ghost and embark on a supernatural journey through past, present, and future. Set in a world shaped by music, memory, and choreography, this annual stage production reimagines the classic Charles Dickens story anew. Guests can also view original holiday artwork by young local artists on display in the theater lobby.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

A limited number of Pay What You Wish tickets are available for the November 5 and November 10 performances.

Hours

Sensory-Friendly Plus! performance: 12 pm on Sat. Nov. 21.

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Downtown Providence

Food & Drink

At the Nov. 13 Noche Familia gathering, hot cocoa and light appetizers are served before the performance.

Accessibility

Sensory-Friendly Plus! performances feature modified sound and lighting, with freedom to make noise and move in and out of the theater.

Going?

Location

Dowling Theater · 201 Washington Street, Providence, RI 02903 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Theatergoers and families

Vibe

Festive and theatrical

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Book the November 5 or November 10 performance if you want to seek one of the limited Pay What You Wish tickets.
  • Choose the November 21 Sensory-Friendly Plus! performance if modified sound and lighting or flexible entry and exit would help your visit.
  • For Noche Familia, arrive in time for the gathering before the performance to take part in the crafts and refreshments.
  • If you need Spanish live captioning, note that only a limited number of seats are available for the November 13 performance.
  • Use 201 Washington Street for GPS directions to the theater.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Limited Pay What You Wish tickets are available for the November 5 and November 10 performances.
  • Noche Familia on November 13 is a family gathering before the performance, with Pay What You Wish tickets and a limited number of seats with Spanish live captioning.
  • The Sensory-Friendly Plus! performance is on November 21; sound, lighting, and other technical elements are adjusted, and patrons may make sounds or enter and exit as needed.
  • Open-captioned performances are scheduled for December 16–20.
  • The production’s opening night is November 11; closing night is December 31.

Links & Contact

Run by Trinity Rep

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the production about?

Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by Jacob Marley’s ghost and taken on a supernatural journey through past, present and future.

Is there a sensory-friendly performance?

Yes. The Sensory-Friendly Plus! performance has modified sound, lighting and other technical adjustments; patrons may make sounds and enter or leave as needed.

What happens at Noche Familia?

The family-friendly gathering includes hot cocoa, light appetizers and holiday crafts for children before the play. The performance is in English, with a limited number of seats offering Spanish live captioning.

Can young artists contribute to the production?

Artists ages 13–25 can submit original holiday-themed artwork for display in the theater lobby. Submissions are due October 9.

Are there performances with open captioning?

Yes. Open-captioned performances are scheduled from December 16 through December 20.

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