| Show | A Christmas Carol by Patrick Barlow |
| Company | Strongbox Theater |
| Instructions | To audition, please prepare a one-minute comedic monologue. You may be asked to read a side on the same day as the audition, so please prepare to be available or stay for the entire time if you are asked to do so. |
| Rehearsal Dates | October 12, 2026-November 25, 2026 Weekday Rehearsal Times: 7:00pm-10:00pm Weekend Rehearsal Times: 6:00pm-9:00pm Rehearsals will NOT be daily, a more specific breakdown will be sent upon casting. |
| Performance Dates | December 3, 2026- December 20, 2026 Thursdays-Saturdays at 8:00pm Saturdays & Sundays at 2:00pm |
| Show Info | Patrick Barlow's adaptation of Charles A Christmas Carol retells the classic Charles Dickens story using just five actors, quick-fire character changes, simple props, and physical comedy. |
| Type | Location | Date | Time |
| Open | Strongbox Theater 40 Main St East Rockaway | Sep 19 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Open | Strongbox Theater 40 Main St East Rockaway | Sep 20 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
Roles
| Role | M/F | Age | Description | Actor 1 (Scrooge) | M | Plays Ebenezer Scrooge only. He is the cold, greedy miser who learns to love Christmas. | Actors 2 to 5 (The Ensemble) | M/F | These four actors split the remaining roles, constantly shifting identities with hats, coats, and physical traits. They portray: The Ghosts: Jacob Marley, Ghost of Christmas Past, Ghost of Christmas Present, and Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come.The Cratchit Family: Bob Cratchit, Mrs. Cratchit, and Tiny Tim.Scrooge’s Past & Present: Fred (Scrooge's nephew), Fan (Scrooge's sister), Mr. and Mrs. Fezziwig, and Belle. Others: The charity collectors, businessmen, portly gentlemen, carolers, and townspeople. |