Virginia Repertory Theatre presents a holiday production of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” adapted and directed by Artistic Director Rick Hammerly. The show starts Friday and runs through Dec. 28 on the Arenstein Stage at the November Theatre in downtown Richmond as part of the Jessie Bogese Family Season. 

The story follows Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey through Christmas Past, Present and Future, celebrating the human spirit and the power of generosity and kindness. 

“I chose ‘A Christmas Carol’ because its themes of generosity, transformation and hope feel especially resonant right now,” Hammerly said. “For Virginia Rep, it’s a chance to welcome audiences of all ages and to ground our 2025 season in a beloved classic that honors Dickens while embracing fresh theatrical choices.” 

Thomas Adrian Simpson, known for “Sweeney Todd” at Olney Theatre Center in Maryland and “Crazy for You!” at Signature Theatre in New York City, plays Ebenezer Scrooge. He is joined by Jonathan Spivey as Jacob Marley, Kylee Márquez-Downie as the Ghost of Christmas Past and Dorothy Dee-D. Miller in a supporting role. David Janosik and Katrinah Carol Lewis play the Cratchit parents, and 12 local performers share six child roles, including Tiny Tim. 

Set design is by Daniel Conway, costume design by Kendra Rai and lighting by Joe Doran. Mark Costello and Anne Nesmith make their Virginia Rep debuts in media and wig design. Original sound design is by Joshua Schmidt and adapted for this production by Jonathan Pratt. 

Tickets are available at www.va-rep.org or by calling the box office at (804) 282-2620.