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December 5-29

Ronald Román-Meléndez as Ebenezer Scrooge in A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, adapted by Jay McClure at the American Shakespeare Center.

The ultimate tale of transformation, Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol transports miserly Ebenezer Scrooge high above the streets of Victorian London, where Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future haunt his dreams…accomplishing, in one fateful night, what a lifetime of grasping and greed could not do: the warming of his cold, cold heart. Join a holiday tradition beloved by families and friends of all ages!

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February 6, 2025 – April 19, 2025

Corrie Green models as a character from Little Women for the American Shakespeare Center's Spring 2025 Season, dressed in a plaid shawl and a blue skirt, intently writing in a leather-bound notebook with a quill. The image, taken by October Grace Media, captures a reflective and timeless moment against a black background. The Text Reads Little Women by Louisa May Alcott Adapted By Erin Riley.

Discover the heartwarming journey of the March sisters at the Blackfriars Playhouse, where family, love, and dreams are tested in the backdrop of Civil War-era America. In this fresh adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women, follow Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy as they grow together, face life’s challenges, and celebrate the unbreakable bonds of family. Whether you're new to the story or a longtime fan, this production will remind you of the power of family to shape who we are.

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February 13, 2025 – April 19, 2025

Shakespeare's King Lear production, Spring 2025 at the American Shakespeare Center. Close-up of a crown being placed on a character’s head, with ornate rings visible on hands positioning the crown. Dramatic dark background with title text: 'King Lear by William Shakespeare.

Watch as family ties unravel and power takes a dark turn in Shakespeare’s King Lear at the Blackfriars Playhouse. When Lear’s decision to divide his kingdom spirals into betrayal and madness, father and daughters are pitted against each other in a story of loyalty, loss, and redemption. This gripping tragedy will leave you reflecting on the fragile bonds that hold families together.

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March 20, 2025 – April 20, 2025

Shakespeare's The Comedy of Errors at the American Shakespeare Center, Spring 2025. Two characters dressed in matching patterned costumes stand back to back, one holding a gold pocket watch. The image emphasizes their twin relationship. The title text reads: 'The Comedy of Errors by William Shakespeare.

Laugh out loud at Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors at the Blackfriars Playhouse, where mistaken identities, slapstick humor, and a heartwarming family reunion take center stage. As two sets of twins unknowingly cross paths, chaos and confusion erupt in this fast-paced farce, making it a must-see for fans of comedy and Shakespeare alike.

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