HUDSON VALLEY – It wouldn’t be the holiday season without Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” and it wouldn’t be a Hudson Valley holiday season without Theatre on the Road’s live performance of the nostalgic classic. For 25 years, Theatre on the Road has been sharing their family-friendly tribute at some of the region’s most loved venues, and next month the traveling theater troupe returns with a run of 13 shows over 11 dates (listed below) at locations including the historic Beekman Arms in Rhinebeck, the accessible Venue Uptown at the Best Western in Kingston, and the stunning Hudson House Distillery in West Park.

True to the traditional tale, guests can experience the joy of Christmas as they’re invited to feast with the Cratchit family: Bob, Mrs. Cratchit, Belinda, and everyone‘s favorite—Tiny Tim. In scenes right out of Dickens’ classic novel, you’ll be treated to visits from Ebenezer Scrooge, his Nephew Fred, the Woman of Goodwill, the ghost of Jacob Marley, and the three spirits of Christmas. Included within the ticket price of this live and interactive performance is a three-course dinner and Victorian holiday carolers as tableside entertainment both before the show begins and during the dinner break.

Adapted from Charles Dickens’ classic, the script was written by Theatre on the Road founders Frank and Kristen Marquette. Kristen is also providing her high-quality handmade costumes, while Frank, who is also the producer and co-director, will be sharing the role of the Narrator with Ellen Pavloff. Marisa Gorsline, who is co-directing this year, is a 20-year veteran of musical theater and acappella Victorian caroling.

This 25th anniversary production also features the talents of Griffin Stanger, Bob Greffrath, Dennis Wakeman, Steven Giammettei, Erin Hebert, Heather Roland Franco, Joe Maxwell, John Thayer, Scarlett Gorsline, and Georgie Berman.

The 2024 season lineup includes:

Sun., December 1 at 1pm & 5pm: The Beekman Arms, Rhinebeck

Sun., December 8 at 5pm: The Meadowbrook, New Windsor

Mon., December 9 at 6pm: VFW, Kingston

Wed., December 11 at 7pm: The Beekman Arms, Rhinebeck

Fri., December 13 at 6pm: Historic Hotel Broadalbin, Broadalbin – SOLD OUT!

Sun., December 15 at 4pm: Restaurant Six at Curry Estate, Hopewell Junction

Wed., December 18 at 7pm: The Venue Uptown at the Best Western, Kingston

Thurs. & Fri., December 19 & 20 at 6pm: Buttermilk Falls Inn, Milton

Sat. December 21 at 12pm: Soyuzivka Heritage Center, 216 Foordmore Rd, Kerhonkson

Sat., December 21 at 7pm: Hudson House Distillery, West Park

Sun., December 22 at 7pm: The Eldred Preserve, Eldred  

“This annual event has grown to become a Hudson Valley holiday tradition for many of our audience members, and we’re thrilled to share the joy that this classic story brings,” says co-owner Frank Marquette.

Originally founded in Las Vegas, Theatre on the Road owners Frank and Kristen Marquette moved the company to the Hudson Valley in 2009. In the ensuing years, they cemented the brand’s reputation for quality shows with high-caliber actors by performing at some of the region’s top venues, entertaining nearly 100,000 people in seven states and two countries. Interviews and press passes to upcoming events are available.

Photos of past “A Christmas Carol” performances are available upon request.

Theatre on the Road, founded by Frank and Kristen Marquette, offers traditional theatre pieces such as Poe Live, A Christmas Carol, Whiskey Women, War of the Worlds, Dracula, Arsenic and Old Lace, and A Taste of Shakespeare. These productions, along with a selection of music, comedy, drama, and variety shows are available to be performed at almost any location including cafes, restaurants, theaters, performance spaces, and schools. Theatre on the Road also specializes in “living history” and produces and performs at historic sites in Kingston, Hurley, Woodstock, and Rhinebeck, New York.