IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Melissa Tillman
601-948-3533, ext. 226
mtillman@newstagetheatre.com
1100 Carlisle Street
Jackson, MS 39202
(601) 948-3533
Make A Christmas Carol A Part Of Your
Holiday Tradition
Chosen by USA Weekend as one of five outstanding productions across the country
Jackson, Mississippi—New Stage Theatre’s traditional holiday gift to the
community—A Christmas Carol—opens on Friday, December 4 and runs through
Sunday, December 20. Curtain times for public performances are 7:30 p.m. and
2:00 p.m. on Sundays. Tickets can be purchased at the box office, located inside the
Jane Reid Petty Theatre Center, charged by phone by calling the theatre at (601)
948-3531 or ordered online at www.newstagetheatre.com. All SchoolFest Matinee
dates are Sold Out.
The production is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi and the Sam E. and Burnice C.
Wittel Foundation.
“As part of the 50th Anniversary celebration, we are presenting a version of the Dicken’s classic tale, adapted by
New Stage Theatre’s first artistic director Ivan Rider,” said Artistic Director Francine Thomas Reynolds. “In its
50 year history, New Stage has presented A Christmas Carol 21 times and 16 of those productions have used
the Rider adapted script. His interpretation of Carol presents a beautiful story of redemption. This production
recognizes that any miracle–Christmas or otherwise–benefits EVERYONE. That’s a fitting context for Tiny
Tim’s enthusiastic exclamation …God bless us, everyone!”
The play is set in Victorian London, but there is a clear focus on transformation, redemption and most of all
second chances. The cast consists of 23 children and adults, led by David Spencer as Ebenezer Scrooge, who
will bring the audience back to the old streets of London, with music and visits by the Ghosts of Christmas Past,
Present and Future.
Directed by Turner Crumbley, this year’s cast features familiar faces and new talent. Cast members include
David Spencer (Jackson) as Scrooge, Neill Kelly (Ridgeland) as Bob Cratchit, Joe Frost (Jackson) as Fred,
Lauren Gunn (Jackson) as Christmas Past, Sharon Miles (Hattiesburg) as Christmas Present, Michael Glavan
(New York) as Young Scrooge, Allison Heinz (Jackson) as Kate, Mandy Kate Myers (Pearl) as Mrs. Fezziwig,
Kerri Courtney Sanders (Pearl) as Old Sara, Belle and Mrs. Cratchit, Chloe Vizier (Jackson) as Tiny Tim, Eric
Eaton (Ridgeland) as Marley and James Anderson (Bolton) as Mr. Fezziwig. Spencer and Glavan appear
through the courtesy of Actors’ Equity Association.
Other cast members include Larry Wells (Jackson), Matthew Denton (Jackson), Chris Ambrose (Jackson), Keri
Horn (Brandon), Bri Thomas (Jackson), Camryn Sullivan (Pearl), Justin Bell (Jackson), Lucie Farese
(Madison), Marshall Robertson (Newton), Rachel Regan (Terry), and Joe Carroll (Jackson).
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Special Holiday Events at New Stage Theatre During A Christmas Carol
Toys for Tots: December 4 – December 6
 We will offer $18 tickets to those who bring a new unwrapped toy to the performances
December 4-6. Customers must bring the item to the window and purchase tickets at that
time. One toy per ticket. Tickets are subject to availability.
 New Stage will continue to collect toys through December 20
Deck the Halls with Your Very Own A Christmas Carol Ornament!
 Celebrate the season with an “A Christmas Carol” ornament for your tree. Purchase yours
for $10 while supplies last during the run of the show.
Give the Gift of Theatre this Holiday Season!
 Gift certificates, Mini-Flex Passes, and Education Classes make the perfect holiday gifts.
Contact the box office for details.
Assisted Listening Devices: Available at every performance. Please call the box office to
reserve a device.
Actor Chat: Thursday, December 10 and Thursday, December 17
 Stay after the show and ask questions of the cast and crew
A Christmas Carol Performances:
December 4-5, 10-12 & 17-19 at 7:30 p.m.
December 6, 13 & 20 at 2 p.m.
All 10 a.m. School Matinees are Sold Out
Ticket prices:
$28
$22 for students and seniors
Group discounts are available
Purchase Tickets:
601-948-3531
www.newstagetheatre.com