The Very Merry Xmas Carol Holiday Adventure Show

The Very Merry Xmas Carol Holiday Adventure Show by Tim Sawicki, Brian McCann, ...Justin Jain, Dave Johnson, Bradley WrennShow more

(6)
Productions (26)
Seasonal Comedy
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60 - 100 minutes
1 M, 3 Any (4-18 actors possible: 0-18 W, 0-18 M)
Set: The set can be as sparse or extravagant as is desired. A large, comfy armchair.

A narrator's retelling of Christmas tales quickly unravels into an action-packed adventure when the Xmas, a malicious force of holiday ruination, sweeps in to destroy all things red and green. Classic holiday characters are the only hope to stop it: reluctant Ebenezer Scrooge, intrepid Frosty the Snowman, and timid Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer among them. This dream team embarks on a journey to restore the Spirit of Christmas to the mysterious Ice Palace -- but can they do it before the Xmas demolishes every last candy cane, sugarplum, and shred of Christmas cheer?

Pricing Information

Min. Performance Fee* $85
Standard Edition $13.99
Stage Manager Edition $24.99
Archival Video License $150

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Play Details

A narrator's retelling of Christmas tales quickly unravels into an action-packed adventure when the Xmas, a malicious force of holiday ruination, sweeps in to destroy all things red and green. Classic holiday characters are the only hope to stop it: reluctant Ebenezer Scrooge, intrepid Frosty the Snowman, and timid Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer among them. This dream team embarks on a journey to restore the Spirit of Christmas to the mysterious Ice Palace -- but can they do it before the Xmas demolishes every last candy cane, sugarplum, and shred of Christmas cheer?

  • Seasonal Comedy
  • |
  • 60 - 100 minutes
  • 1 M, 3 Any (4-18 actors possible: 0-18 W, 0-18 M)
  • Set: The set can be as sparse or extravagant as is desired. A large, comfy armchair.
  • Standard Edition ISBN: 978-1-62384-451-6

Published Reviews

"...an irreverent twist on some of the most beloved stories of the Christmas canon."

Tim Dunleavy, talkinbroadway.com

"We often hear about plays intended for audiences of all ages, but this is a rare one that really works across a wide spectrum."

Steve Cohen, Broad Street Review

"...an admirably snark-free, family-friendly story that's equally amusing to adults..."

Wendy Rosenfield, The Philadelphia Inquirer

Production History

NOV 15, 2024 - NOV 16, 2024
Candor Central School
Candor, NY United States
Candor Central SchoolCandor, NY United States
DEC 10, 2021 - DEC 10, 2021
Lumberton High School
Lumberton, MS United States
Lumberton High SchoolLumberton, MS United States
DEC 13, 2019 - DEC 14, 2019
Europa-University Flensburg
Flensburg, Germany
Europa-University FlensburgFlensburg, Germany
DEC 05, 2019 - DEC 15, 2019
CArmel Community Players
Noblesville, IN United States
CArmel Community PlayersNoblesville, IN United States
NOV 15, 2019 - NOV 23, 2019
Southwest Reprise Theater
Fort Worth, TX United States
Southwest Reprise TheaterFort Worth, TX United States
DEC 15, 2018 - DEC 15, 2018
Christian Life Preparatory School
Fort Worth, TX United States
Christian Life Preparatory SchoolFort Worth, TX United States
DEC 07, 2018 - DEC 16, 2018
Theatre of Dare
Kill Devil Hills, NC United States
Theatre of DareKill Devil Hills, NC United States
DEC 07, 2018 - DEC 09, 2018
Independence Community College
Independence, KS United States
Independence Community CollegeIndependence, KS United States
DEC 20, 2017 - DEC 20, 2017
Ogemaw Heights Theatrical Troupe
West Branch, MI United States
Ogemaw Heights Theatrical TroupeWest Branch, MI United States
DEC 08, 2017 - DEC 17, 2017
Brentwood Theater Company 501(c)(3)
Brentwood, CA United States
Brentwood Theater Company 501(c)(3)Brentwood, CA United States
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No upcoming productions.
DEC 17, 2010 - DEC 31, 2010
Theatre Horizon
Norristown, PA United States
Theatre HorizonNorristown, PA United States