Step back in time to Victorian London for a magical tale of ghosts, a change of heart, and the true meaning of the holidays in Charles Dicken’s – A Christmas Carol. This timeless classic has been adapted by Christopher Dwyer into an audio drama. Listen in and be charmed by a much-loved holiday story vividly brought to life. Our FREE, family-friendly presentation, filled with music, captures the joy and delight of the season. Narrated by Lilian Oben, this performance includes appearances by award-winning actors Edward Gero as Jacob Marley and Matthew Aldwin McGee as Scrooge. Join us on a thoughtful journey, with well-known characters, in what is sure to be a comforting and safe holiday tradition. This audio drama is produced by the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Prince George’s County Department of Parks and Recreation, Arts and Cultural Heritage Division, with support from the Maryland State Arts Council. CAST Briana Manente – Ghost of Christmas Past, Martha, Driver Carol Spring – Mrs. Cratchit, Businessman, Musician Christopher Dwyer – Bosun, Fat Man, Boy Christopher Williams – Box Collector, Businessman, Fezziwig, Great Grandfather, Old Joe Edward Gero – Jacob Marley Emmanuel West – Fred, Peter Jack Schmitt – Bob Cratchit Lillian Oben – Narrator Madeline Belknap – Tiny Tim, Fan, Niece, Musician Matthew Aldwin McGee – Ebenezer Scrooge Timothe Bittle – Ghost of Christmas Present, Topper, Butcher Tori Boutin – Young Woman, Ms. Dilber, Lily, Musician CREW Christopher Dwyer – Director Briana Manente – Production Stage Manager, Assistant Director, and Dialect Coach Tori Boutin – Music Director and Composer Alan Ernstein – Montpelier Arts Center Technical Director and Booth Master Christel Stevens – Arts Specialist Kirk Walterick – Recording Engineer Kristina Manente – Audio Producer, Editor Mackubin Owens – Sound Designer
