A Christmas Carol: A Radio Play

December 2020

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A Christmas Carol: The Radio Play (2020)

A Radio Adaptation of Our Holiday Tradition

In time for the holiday season and in partnership with WAMU 88.5 FM, Ford’s Theatre presents a one-hour radio play adaptation of Charles Dickens’s A Christmas Carol, featuring acclaimed Washington actor Craig Wallace as Ebenezer Scrooge.

This adaptation of the popular Ford’s Theatre holiday tradition captures the magic of Dickens’s Yuletide classic. Join the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future as they lead Ebenezer Scrooge on a journey of transformation and redemption.

The radio play was available until January 1, 2021. WAMU 88.5 FM broadcasted the play on December 25, 2020, at noon EDT. In addition, it was available for national broadcast on select PRX radio stations during December 2020.

Length: 1 hour. Recommended for 5 and older.

About the show

Writer

Charles Dickens

Adapted and Directed by

Michael Wilson

Sound Design, Original Music and Audio Production by

John Gromada

SUPPORT FORD'S

Ford’s Theatre is able to offer this holiday tradition free of charge through the generosity of our donors. Please consider a gift to support our theatre, education and history programs this holiday season.

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Online Exhibit

"A Christmas Carol" Through the Years

In this Google Arts and Culture exhibit, see how "A Christmas Carol" has evolved through the years at Ford's Theatre.

Downloadable Materials

Enjoy our souvenir program, featuring photos and holiday recipes from Clyde's. Or download coloring pages featuring sketches by costume designer Alejo Vietti.