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November 17 - December 26
OneAmerica Stage
Tickets start at $25

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About the Play


ELI LILLY AND COMPANY PRESENTS CHARLES DICKENS’ A CHRISTMAS CAROL

adapted by Tom Haas

Indy holiday tradition

As the weather turns cold, warm your heart with Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim and spirits of the past, present and future. Filled with laughter and tears, A Christmas Carol celebrates the power of kindness and love in this uplifting tale of one man’s journey to redemption.

APPROXIMATE RUN TIME: 1 hour and 30 minutes, with no intermission

 Learn more about Holiday Hoopla events:

Holiday Hoopla Events


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#MyCarolStory Coloring Page
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Snap a photo of your finished coloring page and post it on social media!

Use #MyCarolStory and share your A Christmas Carol experience. ​No age restriction. Entries can be images or video.

Click here to download the coloring page.
Special Performances
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POST-SHOW DISCUSSION
Saturday, November 24, 2018 | Performance at 3 PM

Join IRT staff and cast immediately after the performance for a post-show discussion that covers a variety of interesting topics related to the show. Post-show discussions typically last for 20 minutes.

OPENING NIGHT  
Saturday, November 24, 2018  |  Performance at 7 PM

Raise a glass and salute the cast at IRT’s Opening Night! After the show, the marquee lights shine bright as you’re treated to a champagne toast and hors d'oeuvres.

POST-SHOW DISCUSSION
Sunday, November 25, 2018 | Performance at 2 PM

Join IRT staff and cast immediately after the performance for a post-show discussion that covers a variety of interesting topics related to the show. Post-show discussions typically last for 20 minutes.

POST-SHOW DISCUSSION
Saturday, December 1, 2018 | Performance at 4 PM

Join IRT staff and cast immediately after the performance for a post-show discussion that covers a variety of interesting topics related to the show. Post-show discussions typically last for 20 minutes.

POST-SHOW DISCUSSION
Saturday, December 8, 2018 | Performance at 4 PM

Join IRT staff and cast immediately after the performance for a post-show discussion that covers a variety of interesting topics related to the show. Post-show discussions typically last for 20 minutes.

ASL/AD PERFORMANCE
Sunday, December 9, 2018  |  Performance at 2 PM

The IRT offers ASL/AD services to our patrons with vision and hearing needs. Patrons with hearing needs are encouraged to sit in the interpretation zone and meet with the interpreter before the show. We also offer Assisted Listening Devices free of charge at each performance. To learn more visit irtlive.com/accessibility.

POST-SHOW DISCUSSION
Sunday, December 9, 2018 | Performance at 2 PM

Join IRT staff and cast immediately after the performance for a post-show discussion that covers a variety of interesting topics related to the show. Post-show discussions typically last for 20 minutes.

HAPPY HOUR
Saturday, December 15, 2018  |  Performances at 4 PM and 7 PM

Imbibe like a local at IRT’s Happy Hour! Happy Hour will run from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Sip on local libations and then nosh on mouth-watering nibbles.

POST-SHOW DISCUSSION
Saturday, December 15, 2018 | Performance at 4 PM

Join IRT staff and cast immediately after the performance for a post-show discussion that covers a variety of interesting topics related to the show. Post-show discussions typically last for 20 minutes.

POST-SHOW DISCUSSION
Sunday, December 16, 2018 | Performance at 2 PM

Join IRT staff and cast immediately after the performance for a post-show discussion that covers a variety of interesting topics related to the show. Post-show discussions typically last for 20 minutes.

POST-SHOW DISCUSSION
Tuesday, December 18, 2018 | Performance at 7 PM

Join IRT staff and cast immediately after the performance for a post-show discussion that covers a variety of interesting topics related to the show. Post-show discussions typically last for 20 minutes.

POST-SHOW DISCUSSION
Wednesday, December 19, 2018 | Performance at 7 PM

Join IRT staff and cast immediately after the performance for a post-show discussion that covers a variety of interesting topics related to the show. Post-show discussions typically last for 20 minutes.

POST-SHOW DISCUSSION
Thursday, December 20, 2018 | Performance at 7 PM

Join IRT staff and cast immediately after the performance for a post-show discussion that covers a variety of interesting topics related to the show. Post-show discussions typically last for 20 minutes.

SENSORY FRIENDLY PERFORMANCE
Wednesday, December 26, 2018  |  Performance at 2 PM

Sensory friendly performances are designed to create a welcoming experience for all, including those with autism or other sensory sensitivities. Elements of this performance may be adapted to ensure the comfort of all of our audience members.

Click here to learn about Holiday Hoopla festivities.

Sensory Friendly Performance
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SENSORY FRIENDLY PERFORMANCE
Wednesday, December 26, 2018  |  Performance at 2 PM

Sensory friendly performances are designed to create a welcoming experience for all, including those with autism or other sensory sensitivities. Elements of this performance may be adapted to ensure the comfort of all of our audience members.

Multimedia


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Video: A Christmas Carol Teaser
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Video: Spirits' Secret Shenanigans | A Christmas Carol

Cast Members


Ryan Artzberger
RYAN ARTZBERGER
Ebenezer Scrooge
Ashley Dillard
ASHLEY DILLARD
Felicity, Belle
Mehry Eslaminia
MEHRY ESLAMINIA
Sister of Mercy, Adult Fan, Martha
Charles Goad
CHARLES GOAD
Marley's Ghost, Fezziwig, Undertaker
Mark Goetzinger
MARK GOETZINGER
Portly Gentleman, Old Joe
Jennifer Johansen
JENNIFER JOHANSEN
Mrs. Cratchit, Plump Sister
ROB JOHANSEN
ROB JOHANSEN
Bob Cratchit, Postboy, Topper
Aaron Kirby
AARON KIRBY
Young Scrooge, Nutley, Broker
Carlos Medina Maldonado
CARLOS MEDINA MALDONADO
Waiter, Young Marley, Belle's Husband, Broker, Poulterer's Man
STEPHENIE PARK
STEPHENIE PARK
Christmas Past, Roses Sister, Laundress
REGGIE D. WHITE
REGGIE D. WHITE
Fred, Schoolmaster, Christmas Future
MILICENT WRIGHT
MILICENT WRIGHT
Mrs. Fezziwig, Christmas Present, Charwoman
Grayson Molin
GRAYSON MOLIN
Peter Cratchit, Lamplighter
Dalyn Stewart
DALYN STEWART
Peter Cratchit, Lamplighter
Alyssa C. Whisler
ALYSSA C. WHISLER
Belinda Cratchit
Jordan Pecar
JORDAN PECAR
Belinda Cratchit
Claire Kauffman
CLAIRE KAUFFMAN
Henrietta Cratchit
London Rayner
LONDON RAYNER
Henrietta Cratchit
Kynden Luster
KYNDEN LUSTER
Betsy Cratchit
Camil McGhee
CAMIL MCGHEE
Betsy Cratchit
Holland Barnes
HOLLAND BARNES
Tiny Tim
Katherine Boice
KATHERINE BOICE
Tiny Tim

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