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This December rediscover the magic of Christmas Past.“Powerful one-man theatre…in the hands of a master storyteller.” National Post
Experience A CHRISTMAS CAROL as its author first told it.
“I loved this show & urge all to see it” Ottawa Sun
John D. Huston’s celebrated re-enactment of Charles Dickens’ tour-de-force performance of A CHRISTMAS CAROL comes for two performances to TTOK as part of its 2026 Ontario tour. Now in its 35th season Huston performs A Christmas Carol narrating & playing all the characters from Scrooge to Tiny Tim using a remarkable range of accents, & body language. His performance has been acclaimed as “mesmerizing,” “powerful”, & “Christmas magic” by reviewers across the country.
“Absolutely fabulous” CBC Ottawa
Mr. Dickens’ musical guest is Abby Zotz well known as director & principal arranger for AbZolutely Choir Peterborough Kawartha. Her award winning soprano voice will punctuate Mr. Dickens’ immortal tale with timeless carols covering five centuries of singing in pubs, parlours, parish churches & public streets accompanied on bodhrán & guitar.
“Christmas magic” Ottawa Citizen
The words to some may sound familiar but you won’t have heard these lively, haunting, hummable tunes before. Of course there's a chance to carol along
“A Christmas Carol à la Dickens” Globe & Mail
So come spend an evening with Scrooge, the Cratchits and of course, Charles Dickens: a rare and enchanting holiday must see!
A CHRISTMAS CAROL plays for two shows at TTOK 171 King Street December 18 (eve) & 19 (mat). All tickets $25.00. This show is suitable for ages 10 & up.
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The Theatre on King, 171 King St, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada
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