A Christmas Carol

November 15 – December 27, 2026

Hubbard Theatre
From the novella by Charles Dickens
Adapted and originally directed by Rob Melrose
Remount directed by Amber D. Gray
Choreography by Christopher Windom
Houston's Holiday Tradition

Rediscover the timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge’s transformation as he encounters the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future. Be transported into Victorian England with dazzling costumes and stunning sets. Join us for a Dickensian celebration of love, redemption, and the true spirit of Christmas!

The run time is 2 hours and 15 minutes long, including one intermission.

Children under 6 will not be admitted into the theatre. Strobe, Flashing, and Revolving Lights will be used during the performance.

Special Performances
Captioned Performance

Best Seats: Section 5, Rows L-O

Audio Described Performance
This service can be accessed from any seat location upon checking out a headset device.
ASL Interpreted Performance
Best Seats: Please select the indicated performance and use Promo Code ASLSEAT to gain access to the best seats to view ASL interpreters, or contact Guest Services at (713) 220-5700 or boxoffice@alleytheatre.org.
Simultaneous Spanish Translation Performances
This service can be accessed from any seat location upon checking out a headset device.
Opening Night Performance

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Christmas Carol Adaptations

In the nearly 200 years since it was published, A Christmas Carol has exceeded Dickens' wildest dreams. It has inspired new Christmas classics for generations.
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Solène Partouche

Notes on the Costume Design of A Christmas Carol

The costumes for A Christmas Carol took shape over several years, through the imagination and skill of a large team of collaborators.
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Raquel M. Barreto

A Christmas Carol and the Social Crisis of 1843

More than a festive fable, Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol was born out of a period of immense social upheaval.
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Caroline Austin
The cast of A Christmas Carol

God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen

Watch as the cast brings the spirit of Christmas to life with "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen."
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Alley Theatre
Chris Hutchison and David Rainey in A Christmas Carol

Jacob Marley Transformation

Did you know Resident Acting Company member Chris Hutchison only has ten minutes to transform into Jacob Marley?
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Alley Theatre

Step into the joy of the Fezziwig party! 

Watch as the cast of A Christmas Carol brings festive cheer with “The Holly and the Ivy.”
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Alley Theatre

Orlando Arriaga

Mr. Fezziwig/ Ruddy Man/ Joe

Brandon Carter

Young Adult Scrooge/ Gentleman 2/ Topper/ Ensemble

Michelle Elaine

Mrs.Fezziwig/ Cornelia/ Doll/ Ensemble

Jeremy Gee

First Exchange Man/ Ensemble

Adam Gibbs

Second Man in the Street/ Ensemble

Dylan Godwin

Bob Cratchit/ Ensemble

Brittany Halen

Fiddler/ Maid/ Ensemble

Shawn Hamilton

The Ghost of Christmas Present/ Ensemble

Brock Hatton

Second Exchange Man/ Ensemble

Brandon Hearnsberger

First Man in the Street/ Ensemble

Chris Hutchison

Marley/ Harold/ John/ Ensemble

Paige Klase

Martha/ Christmas Angel/ Ensemble

Amanda Martinez

The Ghost of Christmas Past/ Polly/ Caroline/ Ensemble

Robby Matlock

Male Swing

Melissa Molano

Belle/ Susan/ Ensemble

Kory LaQuess Pullam

Third Exchange Man/ Ensemble

Luis Quintero

The Ghost of Christmas Future/ Gentleman 1/ Roger/ Ensemble

David Rainey

Ebenezer Scrooge

Christopher Salazar

Fred/ Ensemble

Alexandra Szeto-Joe

Female Swing

Braden Tanner

Male Swing

Jessica Tanner

Female Swing

Raven Justine Troup

Hortensia/ Ensemble

Molly Wetzel

Dialect Coach

Teresa Zimmermann

Mrs. Cratchit/ Mrs. Dilber/ Ensemble

Afsaneh Aayani

Raquel Barreto

Cliff Caruthers

Brandon Clark

John L. Cornelius II

Charles Dickens

Madolyn Friedman-Logue

Amber D. Gray

Ashton Jones

Michael Locher

Rob Melrose

Adam Noble

Fight Director & Intimacy Specialist

Presenting Sponsor

Honorary Producer

Associate Producers

The Gordon A. Cain Foundation
Vinson & Elkins LLP