The holiday season in Chicago is known for its various and curated displays of traditional entertainment events. From Old World Christkindlmarket, Lincoln Zoo Lights,
Joffrey Ballet Nutcracker and, of course, Broadway in Chicago. Among the plethora of worthy choices, The Goodman Theatre has offered locals and tourists the production of Charles Dickens’s classical story “A Christmas Carol” for over four decades, to the delight of audiences fortunate enough to enjoy outstanding performances by beloved past and present luminaries such as Frank Galati, Jessie Mueller to name a few. Through the heart of Ebenezer Scrooge’s outlook on life, the stage rendition of the literary work has captivated spectators and is a Chicago staple from November 16th to December 30. The breathtaking sets and exquisite costumes are some of the main attractions that help bring the vision to life of that night when everything changes for Mr. Scrooge. A familiar story of redemption that warms the soul of the attendees. In the season of giving and sharing, theater lovers and holiday spirit carriers descend to Windy’s City theater district for a once-a-year opportunity to get mesmerized by the beauty of the oldest Chicago performing venue and the superb performance of the cast that never fails to charm visitors with the message of open heart and generosity, joy, and family just in time to dream of a white Christmas where human connections triumph over greed and selfishness through a cathartic experience of Ebenezer’s transformation guided through stunning music and outstanding interpretations that last for over two hours leaving theatergoers wanting to come back every year making it a holiday Christmas tradition for families and friends of all ages.
Comforting as a cup of hot chocolate, engaging as Christmas favorite songs, and evoking as grandparents hug, the relatability of Charles Dickens’s tale of forgiveness and true grace touches the spirit of everyone who witnesses the play while entertaining and please the palate of thespian connoisseurs, avid visitors, and fierce critics.
A Christmas Carol at Goodman Theatre has achieved a rare milestone of becoming a tradition for almost half a century in the heart of Chicago.