A Cripple Creek Christmas Carol Show Dates: November 21 | December 5 @ 8 PM November 22 | December 6 @ 2 & 7 PM November 23 | December 7 @ 2 PM December 4 @ 7 PM Adult Tickets are $34, Student Tickets are $19 Members save 30% (All-in pricing includes $4 Box Office Fee. An $8 Order fee will be applied at checkout to the entire order) Celebrate the holiday season with a fresh take on Dickens’ most beloved classic! A Cripple Creek Christmas Carol brings the timeless tale of redemption, generosity, and the true spirit of Christmas to life in a way you’ve never seen before. Set in the historic gold-mining town of Cripple Creek, Colorado, this adaptation follows real-life town founder Bob Womack as he calls upon Charles Dickens himself to help save a greedy mine owner named Gooch. Just like Scrooge, Gooch is visited by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future in a journey that transforms his heart and reminds us all of the power of love and community. Filled with original songs, heartfelt comedy, and the magic of Dickens’ classic story, A Cripple Creek Christmas Carol is more than a show—it’s a holiday tradition for the whole family. A CRIPPLE CREEK CHRISTMAS CAROL was first produced by Arthur’s Realm Productions in 2002 at The Butte Opera House in Cripple Creek, CO. Fun Surprises throughout shows run! November 22 is Ugly Sweater Night! Wear your favorite Ugly Sweater for a chance to swing a prize! Join cast members under the Marquee on Thursday, December 4 for some caroling. Time TBD. After the matinee on December 6, Get a photo with select Cast Members in the lobby. Recommended: All Ages —— *Prices vary according to zone. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Box Office Fee – A $4 per ticket charge to support the ticketing software. Order Fee – A $8 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue. Premium Seat Fee - $6 Premium seat fee is based on location/additional leg room and indicated with a light blue color on the seating chart. Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org. Questions? Contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org
Written by Chris Sorensen & Chris Armbrister with Original Music by James Mablin.
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