Abrams Spotlight Productions Inc. will present a new take on one of the greatest holiday stories ever told as “A Ghost Tale for Mr. Dickens Jr.,” directed by Bobby Buffington, features 42 youths from the area.
The all-youth show will be presented Dec. 4-7 and Dec. 11-14 at the Nancy Byng Community Theater, 5852 Maple St., Abrams. Tickets are $19 for adults and $17 for veterans, seniors and children, and they can be purchased by visiting abramsspotlightproductions.com or calling the box office, 920-826-5852.
Buffington describes the show as a new twist on the timeless story of “A Christmas Carol.”
“But rather than Ebeneezer Scrooge as the main character, Charles Dickens himself is the main character,” Buffington said. “The show is filled with Christmas joy, fun moments and great lessons to think about.”
Based on book 44 from the Magic Tree House series by Mary Pope Osborne, this holiday adventure follows Jack and Annie as they travel back to Victorian London and meet the legendary Charles Dickens. Through the power of friendship and kindness, they help him rediscover the spirit of the season.
Buffington said the youth casts brings passion and joy to the stage, with huge smiles and great energy.
“A big value of our production team throughout the process has been unity. I think that audiences are going to be able to tell that all the students in our cast are united and care a lot about each other,” he said.
One of the show’s main themes is that the world is better when people share their gifts.
“I’m so excited for this opportunity for 42 students and dozens of adult volunteers to share their gifts with our community,” Buffington said.
“A Ghost Tale for Mr. Dickens Jr.” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theater International. All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. The book for the show is written by Jenny Lard and Will Osborne, with lyrics by Randy Courts and Will Osborne, and music by Randy Courts.
