Step back in time to Victorian London for a magical tale of ghosts, a change of heart, and the true meaning of the holidays in Charles Dicken’s – A Christmas Carol. This timeless classic has been adapted by Christopher Dwyer into an audio drama. Listen in and be charmed by a much-loved holiday story vividly brought to life. Our FREE, family-friendly presentation, filled with music, captures the joy and delight of the season.

Narrated by Lilian Oben, this performance includes appearances by award-winning actors Edward Gero as Jacob Marley and Matthew Aldwin McGee as Scrooge. Join us on a thoughtful journey, with well-known characters, in what is sure to be a comforting and safe holiday tradition.

This audio drama is produced by the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Prince George’s County Department of Parks and Recreation, Arts and Cultural Heritage Division, with support from the Maryland State Arts Council.

CAST
Briana Manente – Ghost of Christmas Past, Martha, Driver
Carol Spring – Mrs. Cratchit, Businessman, Musician
Christopher Dwyer – Bosun, Fat Man, Boy
Christopher Williams – Box Collector, Businessman, Fezziwig, Great Grandfather, Old Joe
Edward Gero – Jacob Marley
Emmanuel West – Fred, Peter
Jack Schmitt – Bob Cratchit
Lillian Oben – Narrator
Madeline Belknap – Tiny Tim, Fan, Niece, Musician
Matthew Aldwin McGee – Ebenezer Scrooge
Timothe Bittle – Ghost of Christmas Present, Topper, Butcher
Tori Boutin – Young Woman, Ms. Dilber, Lily, Musician

CREW
Christopher Dwyer – Director
Briana Manente – Production Stage Manager, Assistant Director, and Dialect Coach
Tori Boutin – Music Director and Composer
Alan Ernstein – Montpelier Arts Center Technical Director and Booth Master
Christel Stevens – Arts Specialist
Kirk Walterick – Recording Engineer
Kristina Manente – Audio Producer, Editor
Mackubin Owens – Sound Designer