A Commedia Christmas Carol eScriptAvailable

A Commedia Christmas Carol by Matthew R. Wilson

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Productions (8)
Holiday Comedy
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80 - 90 minutes
1 W, 4 M, 4 Any (7-40 actors possible: 1-35 W, 3-35 M)
Set: Minimal.

Ebenezer Scrooge gets a Commedia dell'Arte makeover in this zany take on the classic Dickensian tale of redemption. On Christmas Eve, a Pantalone Scrooge receives a visit from his old friend Dottore Marley, launching a series of quirky visitors and unforeseen capers. Masks, acrobatics, and holiday cheer abound in this madcap physical romp.

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Play Details

Ebenezer Scrooge gets a Commedia dell'Arte makeover in this zany take on the classic Dickensian tale of redemption. On Christmas Eve, a Pantalone Scrooge receives a visit from his old friend Dottore Marley, launching a series of quirky visitors and unforeseen capers. Masks, acrobatics, and holiday cheer abound in this madcap physical romp.

  • Original music recordings available for purchase: Contact Jesse Terrill at [email protected].

    • Holiday Comedy
    • |
    • 80 - 90 minutes
    • 1 W, 4 M, 4 Any (7-40 actors possible: 1-35 W, 3-35 M)
    • Set: Minimal.
    • Standard Edition ISBN: 978-1-62384-215-4

    • Published Reviews

    "A Commedia Christmas Carol crackles and amuses with abandon...high-spirited revelry...emotional depth."

    Jane Horwitz, The Washington Post

    "Brisk...deft...an appealing joie de vivre."

    Chris Klimek, Washington City Paper

    "Faction of Fools delivers an inventive new spin on the seasonal chestnut."

    Missy Frederick, The Washingtonian

    "Faction's lively Carol will entertain the 'cheery' in us all from beginning to end."

    Maryland Theatre Guide

    "Alternately moving and hilarious."

    Jessica Vaughn, DC Metro Theater Arts

    "Nimble, powerful, very funny and extraordinarily brave...a fast funny and honest playing of the time-honored story."

    Tim Treanor, DC Theatre Scene

    Production History

    DEC 01, 2022 - DEC 03, 2022
    Knightdale High School of Collaborative Design
    Knightdale, NC United States
    		 Knightdale High School of Collaborative Design Knightdale, NC United States
    DEC 03, 2021 - DEC 03, 2021
    Thomas Jefferson High School
    Dallas, TX United States
    		 Thomas Jefferson High School Dallas, TX United States
    NOV 29, 2021 - DEC 04, 2021
    Lethbridge Collegiate Institute
    Lethbridge, AB Canada
    		 Lethbridge Collegiate Institute Lethbridge, AB Canada
    DEC 04, 2020 - DEC 05, 2020
    Eaton High School
    Eaton, CO United States
    		 Eaton High School Eaton, CO United States
    DEC 05, 2019 - DEC 05, 2019
    Rangeview High School
    Aurora, CO United States
    		 Rangeview High School Aurora, CO United States
    DEC 04, 2014 - DEC 14, 2014
    Niagara University Theatre
    Niagara University, NY United States
    		 Niagara University Theatre Niagara University, NY United States
    NOV 29, 2013 - DEC 22, 2013
    Faction of Fools Theatre Company in residence at Gallaudet University
    Washington, DC United States
    		 Faction of Fools Theatre Company in residence at Gallaudet University Washington, DC United States
    NOV 29, 2012 - DEC 23, 2012
    Faction of Fools Theatre Company in residence at Gallaudet University
    Washington, DC United States
    		 Faction of Fools Theatre Company in residence at Gallaudet University Washington, DC United States
    No upcoming productions.
    NOV 29, 2013 - DEC 22, 2013
    Faction of Fools Theatre Company in residence at Gallaudet University
    Washington, DC United States
    		 Faction of Fools Theatre Company in residence at Gallaudet University Washington, DC United States
    NOV 29, 2012 - DEC 23, 2012
    Faction of Fools Theatre Company in residence at Gallaudet University
    Washington, DC United States
    		 Faction of Fools Theatre Company in residence at Gallaudet University Washington, DC United States

    Awards (1)

    Helen Hayes Awards nominee for the Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical (2013)

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