Wellesley Theatre Project to Perform 'A Christmas Carol'

WELLESLEY, MA – Join the Wellesley Theatre Project this month as they bring "A Christmas Carol" to life in time for the holidays.

The troupe will present the Charles Dickens classic Friday, Dec. 16 through Sunday, Dec. 18 at the WTP West Studio in Wellesley.

"A Christmas Carol" tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a greedy, bitter old miser who transforms into a kinder, gentler man after being visited by the ghosts of Christmas past, present and future.

"We had such a wonderful time bringing A Christmas Carol to life last year, and we can’t wait to do so again," Director Hillary Drew said in a statement. "This year, there are students revisiting some old friends and new students diving into this timeless piece for the first time."

The production class began rehearsing in October, and features a talented cast between the ages of five and 17. Cast members hail from Wellesley and its neighboring communities, including Natick, Waban, Needham, Dover and Medfield.

Production staff of "A Christmas Carol" includes Hillary Drew, director; Megan Pillsbury, costume designer; Ben Rush, set designer; and Seif Cristobal, lighting designer.

Registration is now open for the Wellesley Theatre Project's winter and spring classes and productions of Willy Wonka, Jr. and Spring Awakening.

The WTP West Studio is located at 98 R Central St. in Wellesley. A limited number of tickets are available at $15 for adults and $10 for students and seniors. Tickets may be purchased online in advance at www.wellesleytheatreproject.org or at the door.

Photo: Scrooge (Jack Mayer) and The Ghost of Christmas Future (Kitty Lanza).

Photo submitted by the Wellesley Theatre Project