A CHRISTMAS CAROL
the Broadway Musical by Alan Menken
Seven performances. Select dates
November 29 through December 20, 2026
ONE NIGHT, THREE GHOSTS, AND A CHANCE TO SAVE CHRISTMAS
Snow drifts over the cobblestones of Victorian London. Shop windows glow, carolers fill the streets, and everyone is getting ready for Christmas...everyone except Ebenezer Scrooge. On Christmas Eve, the ghost of his old partner Jacob Marley arrives in clanking chains with a warning: three spirits are coming, and this is Scrooge's last chance to change his ways. What follows is a journey through his life, from the joyful Fezziwig Christmas Ball of his youth to the Cratchit family's humble table, to the future waiting for him if he never changes. By Christmas morning, one man's heart is changed forever.
This is the story of A Christmas Carol, told only the way Broadway can. With music by Alan Menken (Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, The Little Mermaid) and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens (Ragtime), this full-scale musical brings Dickens' timeless story to life with a soaring score, spectacular dancing, and a cast of talented performers. Gather the people you love and make it the tradition your family looks forward to every year.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT
The Broadway version, with songs like "Mr. Fezziwig's Annual Christmas Ball" and "God Bless Us Everyone"
A holiday outing the whole family can share, from first-time theatergoers to lifelong fans
Only seven performances. When it closes December 20, it's gone until next year.
PERFORMANCE INFORMATION
November 29 through December 20, 2026
Seven performances only. Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM, Sundays at 2:00 PM.
Sunday, November 29 at 2:00 PM (Opening)
Friday, December 4 at 7:30 PM
Saturday, December 5 at 7:30 PM (Gala Night)
Sunday, December 6 at 2:00 PM
Friday, December 18 at 7:30 PM
Saturday, December 19 at 7:30 PM
Sunday, December 20 at 2:00 PM (Closing)
Run Time: Approximately 2.5 hours, plus intermission
Suggested for all ages 5+
Directed by TIM NELSON, with choreography by JENNIFER MATTHEWS and DIANE MAKAS, this Rose Center Theater production is the holiday tradition your family will talk about long after the curtain falls. Music by Alan Menken. Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens. Book by Mike Ockrent and Lynn Ahrens. Based on the story by Charles Dickens.
TICKETS
Adult: $30
Seniors (65+): $25
Students, Military & First Responders: $25
Children (10 & Under): $20
Fees apply at checkout.
MR. FEZZIWIG'S CHRISTMAS BALL, A ROSE GALA FUNDRAISER
Saturday, December 5, 2026 | Reception 6:00 to 7:15 PM | Performance 7:30 PM
Every year, old Mr. Fezziwig threw open his doors for the merriest Christmas party in London. This year, we're throwing open ours. Step into Fezziwig's Ball for a festive Christmas feast and a celebratory glass of bubbly, then take your seat for A Christmas Carol.
The evening also features specialty holiday drinks, raffle baskets, and themed merchandise, all available for purchase. Every dollar raised directly supports the Rose Center Theater's mission to bring affordable, high-quality performing arts to our community.
Seating and reception space are limited. Early booking is strongly recommended.
Gala Ticket: $60 (includes your performance ticket, a Christmas feast, and a glass of bubbly). Fees apply at checkout.
GROUP SALES - BRING YOUR WHOLE CREW
Looking for a holiday outing for your office, school, church, scout troop, or extended family? Groups of 16 or more save on tickets, and we'll help you find seats together. Group space is limited and fills quickly in December.
To book a group, contact our box office at boxoffice@rosecentertheater.com.
ABOUT THE ROSE CENTER THEATER
The Rose Center Theater, managed by the non-profit group Friends of the Rose Center Theater, is Orange County's premier nonprofit civic theater, dedicated to producing high-quality, fully staged theatrical productions for and with the Westminster and Southern California communities. From youth programs to Broadway-scale musicals, the Rose Center Theater brings the power of live performance to audiences of all ages.
LOCATION
Rose Center Theater, 14140 All American Way, Westminster, CA 92683
Plan Your Visit: rosecentertheater.com/plan-your-visit