BRATTLEBORO — Vermont Theatre Company brings Christmas cheer with “A Christmas Carol,” adapted for the stage by James Gelter from Charles Dickens' novella and directed by Jessica Gelter.
Performances are at the Hooker-Dunham Theater and Gallery on Main Street on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, Dec. 5 through Dec. 21.
Drawing heavily from its source material, this adaptation is primarily a ghost story set in a cold, dark world of despair, misery, and death.
The redemption of Ebenezer Scrooge, a heartless man of business who thrives on others' misfortune, is at the center of the story. Scrooge offers no pity towards the poor, and his heartless tirade at the gentlemen who come collecting for the poor on Christmas Eve sticks out as the most damning indictment of his character.
But Scrooge, played by Jon Mack, is given the opportunity to reexamine his life, his priorities, and his heart through the visitation of three magical spirits.
Fortunately for all, and attesting to the power of redemption, Scrooge emerges as a changed man.
VTC also promises its production of this Christmas classic offers vivid costuming and rich ensemble acting.
The cast includes Nell Curley, Michael Duffin, Leigha Geno, Jason Guerino, Derrick Harnish, Dan Hoskins, Jon Mack, Heather Morrison, Katy Peterson, Grace Stires, and Jesse Tidd.