Charles Dickens first published his novel, “A Christmas Carol,” in 1843. Since that time, numerous renditions of the story have been used to teach some wonderful life lessons. “Scrooge: the musical” recounts the story of an elderly miser, who is visited in the middle of the night by the ghost of his former business partner. He is assisted by three additional spirits who warn Scrooge that he must change from his miserable ways or suffer in an eternity of despair. After their visits, Scrooge chooses to make the needed alterations to his way of life.
“Scrooge: the musical” by Leslie Bricusse is a 1992 adaptation of the 1970 musical film “Scrooge”, which starred Albert Finney. Bricusse was nominated for an Academy Award for the song score. Most of these songs have been carried over to the musical.
This is the fourth year that our Nassau County Tax Collector John M. Drew is directing the show at Amelia Musical Playhouse (AMP) and the 7th year that AMP is sharing this performance with the community. More than 50 people are sharing their talents this year to make this production an outstanding success.
We have added an additional show night because of the sellout crowds in previous years!
Showtimes are 7:30pm Thursday-Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2:30pm. December 5th-8th and 12th-15th
Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for students when you call the theater box office at (904) 277-3455. For the convenience of purchasing your tickets online at www.904tix.com there will be a small processing fee.
Cast:
- Scrooge – Frank O’Donnell
- Spirit of Christmas Past – Kara Brooker
- Spirit of Christmas Present – John M Drew
- Spirit of Christmas Yet To Come – Gregg Dillingham
- Mrs Cratchit – Karen Hourigan
Band:
- Music Director – Lynn Arizzi
Crew:
- Director – John M Drew
- Costumes & Photography – Tammy Lynch
- Art – Bill Ivins
