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“A Christmas Carol”

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There are plenty of reasons why Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol has spawned so many adaptations. And whether you prefer the lead miser be played by Michael Caine surrounded by Muppets, Bill Murray learning lessons about 1980s corporate greed, or an animated Jim Carrey in Disneyfied 3D, the main plot point stays the same: Can Ebenezer Scrooge change his ways before his proverbial (and literal) goose is cooked? In a tale of supernatural transformation, the American Shakespeare Center mounts this holiday classic where Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future haunt the dreams of a mean old man and work to thaw his icy heart.

Thursday 12/5 Through Sunday 12/29. Ticket prices and showtimes vary. Blackfriars Playhouse, 10 S. Market St., Staunton. americanshakespearecenter.com

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PICK: Fast forward

American Shakespeare Center offers a digital take on Scrooge's Christmas awakening. Publicity image.

Bah humbug? We think not. This year, Dickens is going digital! Join Jacob Marley, the three ghosts, and Tiny Tim as Scrooge navigates his cranky journey and discovers the joy of Christmas—even in 2020. John Harrell stars in American Shakespeare Center’s annual adaptation of A Christmas Carol, viewable on-demand and at the Visulite Cinemas. And while we’ll accept lessons from Christmases past, let’s skip the Christmas present stuff, and get on with the future.

Through 12/24. $10-20, times vary. americanshakespearecenter.com. (877) 682-4236.

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ARTS Pick: A Christmas Carol

Scrooge wants you at ASC’s A Christmas Carol. Photo by Michael Bailey

The publication of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol in 1853 served to revive interest in some long-expired holiday traditions, including caroling and feasts, and generated the iconic tale of personal transformation that’s been replayed in December for more than 150 years. Responsible for imprinting “Merry Christmas,” “Bah, humbug!” and Scrooge on the seasonal lexicon, Dickens also infused a spirit of generosity into the celebration of Christmas. The Wicked Folly Tour stages the story with new twists and surprises in a production filled with music and cheer. $29-59, times vary.

Through December 27. American Shakespeare Center, 10 S. Market St., Staunton. 540-885-5588.