A Guide to A Christmas Carol Experiences Across the Bay Area
/ Ronnie SharpeThere’s something timeless and comforting about A Christmas Carol. Whether it’s the swirling snow, the ominous clank of Marley’s chains, or the warmth of Scrooge’s transformation, Dickens classic has become a cherished holiday ritual. And every December, Bay Area theaters bring the tale to life in fresh, inventive, and sometimes delightfully unexpected ways. If you’re looking to embrace the magic of the season, here are the must-see Christmas Carol productions lighting up the Bay Area stage this year.
Welcome to The Great Dickens Christmas Fair, where over 4 acres of the historic Cow Palace exhibition halls are magically transformed into the winding lanes and bustling play houses of Victorian London!
Embark on a heartwarming journey this holiday season with Los Altos Stage Company’s enchanting rendition of Charles Dicken’s A Christmas Carol!
An Improvised Dickens Musical returns to fill your holiday season with warmth and wonder! Live the holiday spirit through the jolly characters and magical realism of Charles Dickens – and it’s a musical!
Returning for our third year at Montavlo Arts Center, SVS presents Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, adapted by the late Richard Orlando (Northside Theatre Company Founder and Artistic Director).
Dickens' classic adapted by Katherine Gargiulo. Performed for kids by kids. Suitable for all ages
Join Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy and all the hilarious Muppets in this merry, magical version of Charles Dickens’ classic tale.
Center REP has assembled an award-winning team of artists for this all-new production of the treasured holiday classic.
Berkeley Rep will present a limited engagement of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story by Jefferson Mays, Susan Lyons, and Michael Arden, directed by Barry Edelstein.
Join us December 18–20 at A.C.T.’s Strand Theater for a special family-friendly holiday show presented by the Young Conservatory!
