A Territorial Christmas Carol

Adapted by Stephen P. Scott 
Based on the novel by Charles Dickens 

Twenty-seven years after its debut performance, A Territorial Christmas Carol continues to delight audiences and bring Guthrie's perennial Christmas celebration to life. The timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim and the Spirits of Christmas Past, Present and Future bring their lesson of redemption to the Pollard stage November 27 - December 20. 

Set in Oklahoma shortly after the Land Run, A Territorial Christmas Carol opens in the home of Ben and Elizabeth Moody who, along with their young son, William, are now experiencing a Christmas devoid of friends and family. William is particularly forlorn as he misses his siblings and is the lone child in the Moody's new territorial home. When a mysterious stranger, known only as Charlie, arrives and offers to share a Christmas story in exchange for shelter from the elements, the family is transported into Dickens' classic tale of brotherly love and redemption.  

“This show has been a part of the Pollard tradition for twenty-eight years with audiences reaching well over 130, 000,” says Artistic Director W. Jerome Stevenson. “Dozens of local school children have made their professional theatrical debut appearing in the show, while countless students experienced their first live production as members of the audience.  

“This show is steeped in tradition, so for us the casting is not just about getting a good actor but getting one who brings with them the understanding and respect for what the show represents to the company and this community. It's a tall order and we've been exceptionally blessed with this extraordinary company.”  

Tickets for A Territorial Christmas Carol are $30, with senior, military and student discounts. Performances are November 27 through December 20; Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., with 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday matinees, beginning December 5. Five 11 a.m. matinees are available for school groups only. Tickets are available online at tickets.thepollard.org, by phone at (405) 282-2800, or at the Pollard Theater Box Office at 120 W. Harrison Ave., Guthrie, OK.  

The Pollard Theater is located at 120 W. Harrison Ave., Guthrie, OK. For additional information, please visit www.thepollard.org or contact the Box Office at 405-282-2800 or boxoffice@thepollard.org. 

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