2009-11-24 13:17:53 - The classic tale of stingy Scrooge is given a new spin in this rendition that tastefully merges old European Carols performed by a large cast, and underscoring Charles Dickens' views on the rich and the poor in Victorian England.

Don't forget to discuss with your family this Thanksgiving what date you want to come and see The Christmas Carol at Warner Grand Theatre.

The Relevant Stage, downtown San Pedro’s resident theatre company, brings Charles Dickens’ holiday classic alive once more at the Warner Grand Theatre with performances on December 22, 23, 26, and January 2 at 8pm as well as three matinee performances at 2:30pm on December 24, 27, and January 3. Performances will be at the historic 1931 Art Deco treasure, Warner Grand Theatre at 478 West 6th Street, San Pedro, CA 90731. There is plenty of free parking.

TICKETS: Brown Paper Tickets: 1-800-838-3006 (TICKETS BY PHONE) and online at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/57702

The Christmas Carol’s classic story, with Ebenezer Scrooge, the

Cratchits and the Ghosts, combined with a host of Christmas Carolers spreading songs of holiday cheer make one unforgettable family event.

Look for a special cast appearance at the San Pedro Christmas Parade on Sunday December 6th, as well as the Port of Los Angeles fountain festivities on Friday at 7:30pm, December 4th. There will be opportunities for free tickets at both events, so don’t miss out!

Adapted by producing artistic director Ray Buffer and directed by Shaina Zalma with musical arrangements by Robert Gross, The Christmas Carol is guaranteed to spread the joy of Christmas and the holidays throughout the San Pedro area. Ticket prices are $20 regular admission, $15 for seniors (55+), and $5 for 18 and under. A $40 dinner package at Whale and Ale, Ports O' Call, 6th Street Bistro and 7th Street Chophouse as well as a $25 wine tasting package at Off the Vine are also available.

The Christmas Carol stars Ray Buffer as Ebenezer Scrooge; Justin Brooks as Bob Cratchit/Young Ebenezer; Isela Griffith as Maggie Cratchit; Amy Welch as Isabel; Jessica Hayes as the Ghost of Christmas Past; John Mattson as the Ghost of Christmas Present; Hong-An Vu as the Ghost of Christmas Yet To Come; Leon Cohen as the Ghost of Jacob Marley; Blake Dawson as Olive; Natalia Schroeder as Regina; Joseph Blakely as Tiny Tim/Boy Scrooge; Anthony Ortiz as Aaron; Terry Gallegos as Diana; Sabrina Simpson as Dorothy, Hope Feltenberger as Hope; Cassidy Feltenberger as Ignorance; Frank Blakely as Mr. Fezziwig/Poulter; Dayna Price as Mrs. Fezziwig/Bar Wench/ Victoria; Chris Straeter as Simon/Charles; Morgan Butler as Want; Carla Negri, Heather Schroeder, Aziza Wright, Brittany Barksdale, Hanna Guerrero, Nico Meeker, Noah Barksdale, Henry Newcomer, and Rumor Daluisio are the ensemble of carolers and townspeople.

The production is directed by Shaina Zalma, Stage Managed by Mark Wells, with Production Design by Phil Buono, Music Arranged and Performed by Robert Gross, Lighting Design and Technical Direction by Richard Taylor, Sound Engineering by Jeremy Plankey, Costume Design by Kara McLeod, Marketing and Advertising Coordination by Jillian Tessman. It is produced by The Relevant Stage Theatre Company at Warner Grand Theatre.

TRS thanks its current financial supporters for helping to make this production possible – they are, Ports O Call Restaurant; Whale & Ale British Restaurant; Mini Pac Self Storage; Don Knabe, LA County Supervisor; The Campaign to Elect John Stammereich for State Senate; Toberman Neighborhood Center; Beacon House Association of San Pedro; Priority One Printing; Diana Dowds; Warschaw Gallery; LA-CRA/San Pedro Ace District; City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs; San Pedro Magazine; 7th Street Chophouse; Clean San Pedro; and Councilwoman Janice Hahn.

For more information on The Christmas Carol, The Relevant Stage, and special press opportunities please contact Jillian Tessman, Advertising and Marketing Coordinator, at (818) 823-3441 or by email at jill@therelevantstage.com.