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St. Jacobs Country Playhouse

A Christmas Carol: The Panto

The Family Musical with a Scrooge Loose!

November 28, 2024 to January 12, 2025

By Caroline Smith

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What the Dickens!?

You may know the story, but you’ve never seen it like this!  Join the fun as the classic story is reimagined with all the hilarious and beloved antics of an old-fashioned panto: villains, heroes, a dame, incredible music, lively dancing, audience participation, and of course, a dash of theatrical magic. 

When the curmudgeonly Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by three ghosts on Christmas Eve, he embarks on a life-changing adventure to learn the error of his ways, restore his spirit, and embrace the season. 

Just like past hits Wizard of Oz and Peter Pan, this fractured panto adaptation of one of the greatest tales ever told is a must-see holiday spectacular packed with family fun.

Bah humbug!

Recommended for ages 5 and up.

Running Time: 1 hour and 56 minutes, including a 20 minute intermission

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Show Calendar

Legend:

  • Discount Day
  • Opening
  • Student Show (Not Sold Online)
  • Post-show Question & Answer

Saturday

Dec 21

A Christmas Carol: The Panto

Sunday

Dec 22

A Christmas Carol: The Panto

Tuesday

Dec 24

A Christmas Carol: The Panto

Thursday

Dec 26

A Christmas Carol: The Panto

Friday

Dec 27

A Christmas Carol: The Panto

Saturday

Dec 28

A Christmas Carol: The Panto

Sunday

Dec 29

A Christmas Carol: The Panto

Tuesday

Dec 31

A Christmas Carol: The Panto

Wednesday

Jan 1

A Christmas Carol: The Panto

Thursday

Jan 2

A Christmas Carol: The Panto

Friday

Jan 3

A Christmas Carol: The Panto

Saturday

Jan 4

A Christmas Carol: The Panto

Sunday

Jan 5

A Christmas Carol: The Panto

Wednesday

Jan 8

A Christmas Carol: The Panto

A Christmas Carol: The Panto

Thursday

Jan 9

A Christmas Carol: The Panto

Reviews

Just absolutely loved the show. Great take on a classic story. I think l was smiling through the whole thing.
Val Wigboldus, New Hamburg
So much fun! Cast was terrific and dancing was amazing. Great for all ages!
Dave W, Waterloo
Highly recommend if you like to laugh and have a 2 hour smile on your face
April M, Listowel
Loved it. It was not at all what I was expecting, but it was a pleasant surprise. It was hilarious and engaging. I laughed so much. The music was great and the acting was amazing. I would recommend this show to anyone who is looking to have a good time. I already want to see it again.
Jennifer Zwaniga, Waterloo

Meet The Artists

Headshot of Justin Bott

Justin Bott

Mrs. Cratchit

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Headshot of Elysia Cruz

Elysia Cruz

Tiny Tim/Ensemble

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Headshot of Timothy Harder

Timothy Harder

Phil Anthropist/Paul/Ensemble

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Randy Hughson Headshot

Randy Hughson

Ebenezer Scrooge

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Headshot of Stacey Kay

Stacey Kay

Ghost of Christmas Present/Fairy

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Headshot of Billy Lake

Billy Lake

Fred

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Headshot of Teddy Moynihan

Teddy Moynihan

Ghost of Christmas Past/Ensemble

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Julia McLellan

Belle/Carol

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Headshot of Kale Penny

Kale Penny

Bob Cratchit

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Emma Rudy headshot

Emma Rudy

Ghost of Christmas Future/Ensemble

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Darcy Stewart

Darcy Stewart

Sally/Ensemble

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Robbie Towns headshot

Robbie Towns

Fezziwig/Mary/Ensemble

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Headshot of Christine Watson

Christine Watson

Ensemble

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Travae Williams headshot

Travae Williams

Marley/Peter/Ensemble

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David Connolly

David Connolly

Director & Choreographer

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Steve Thomas

Steve Thomas

Music Director

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Headshot of Brandon Kleiman

Brandon Kleiman

Set Designer

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Headshot of Rachel Berchtold

Rachel Berchtold

Costume Designer

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Jeff JohnstonCollins

Jeff JohnstonCollins

Lighting Designer

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Headshot of Christine Watson

Christine Watson

Assistant Choreographer

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Headshot of Amber Archbell

Amber Archbell

Stage Manager

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Headshot of Sadie Wannamaker

Sadie Wannamaker

Assistant Stage Manager

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Headshot of Anna Whitehead

Anna Whitehead

Apprentice Stage Manager

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