Theatre Tuscaloosa Opens Scrooge the Musical Friday at Shelton State
Scrooge The Musical, an adaptation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, opens on Friday, December 12th at the Bean-Brown Theatre at Shelton State Community College.
A production of Theatre Tuscaloosa, “Scrooge” is based on the 1970 movie that starred Albert Finney.
The production includes a stellar cast of both experienced performers and fresh newcomers, with Jim Merrill returning to the stage after twenty years to play the role of Ebenezer Scrooge.
A charming and entertaining production, the story reveals the true meaning of home as Scrooge eventually opens his heart and embraces the spirit of Christmas and community. It’s a timeless story in a big and delightful musical setting.
In addition to Jim Merrill, the large cast includes: Charles Prosser as the “Spirit of Christmas Present”; George Thaggard as Marley; Mac Hackney as Bob Cratchit; Molly Page as Mrs. Cratchit; William McCool as Tiny Tim; and a host of other talented actors, singers, and dancers.
Matt Davis directs Scrooge The Musical with Nicholas Vasilios Pappas as Musical Director; Wheeler Kincaid, Technical Director; Jeanette Waterman, Costume Design; Jennifer Guffin, Stage Manager, along with an experienced technical team.
The production will run from December 12th through 21st, with evening and matinee performances available. Tickets can be purchased at www.theatretusc.com or by calling 205.391.2277.
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Editor's note: This report was written by Johnnie Aycock, co-host of the Noon Show on Catfish 100.1.
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