Washington State Premiere
For the first time ever in Washington, Scrooge sings Gilbert & Sullivan.
December Performance Dates
Friday, December 18, 7:00 pm
Saturday, December 19, 2:00 pm
Saturday, December 19, 7:00 pm
Sunday, December 20, 2:00 pm
Saturday, December 26, 2:00 pm
Saturday, December 26, 7:00 pm
Sunday, December 27, 2:00 pm
Location
Wagner Performing Arts Center
639 W Main St, Monroe, WA 98272
Ticket Prices
General Ticket: $20
Senior/Military: $17
Student: $14
About the Show
Revel in this festive holiday production filled with music, comedy, and Christmas spirit. A Gilbert & Sullivan Christmas Carol pairs the story of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol with clever new lyrics set to the famous Victorian melodies of Arthur Sullivan.
Familiar characters get fresh G&S-style introductions. Marley’s Ghost makes his entrance to the tune of the Major-General’s Song from The Pirates of Penzance, and the three Christmas spirits get a number borrowed from The Mikado. Listen for favorites from H.M.S. Pinafore, Iolanthe, The Yeomen of the Guard, and more.
Written and lyricized by Gayden Wren, the show premiered in 1994 with the Gilbert & Sullivan Light Opera Company of Long Island. Community and light opera companies have since staged it from New York to Hawaii, and this season it makes its Australian debut as well.
“Extremely funny… sure to warm more than one cold heart.” (The New York Times)
Good to Know
Family friendly: A lighthearted show for all ages, with a cast that includes young performers.
Matinees: Afternoon shows on both Saturdays and both Sundays, a good fit for families with young kids.
Run time: Approximately 2 hours, including one intermission.
Give the gift of theatre: Tickets make an easy holiday gift.
BOOK & LYRICS BY: Gayden Wren
MUSIC BY: Arthur Sullivan
BASED ON: A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens
DIRECTED BY: Mike Martinez
MUSIC DIRECTION BY: Amy Oslund
PRODUCED BY: Mike Martinez
