(clockwise from left to right) Atticus Kragseth (Skillman), Zayda Knowles (Trenton), Skarlett Rose Willis (Belle Mead), Stella Malone (Montgomery), Ishaan Sebastian (Princeton), Evie Moore (Princeton), Rafella Mousa (Hamilton), Mikayla Irene (Pennington), and Caryna Desai Shah (Princeton) will light up the stage in McCarter's A Christmas Carol.
(PRINCETON, NJ) -- McCarter Theatre invites audiences to celebrate the holiday season with the return of its beloved production of A Christmas Carol, filled with music, magic, and the timeless spirit of generosity. This year's production features acclaimed actor Cameron Knight in the role of Ebenezer Scrooge.
“Scrooge is a character of Shakespearean magnitude,” said Artistic Director Sarah Rasmussen. “Cameron’s deep sense of humanity and love of language brings something truly special to this production.”
Knight serves as Head of the Acting Program at Mason Gross School of the Arts at Rutgers University. His extensive theater credits include performances at McCarter Theatre Center, the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Texas Shakespeare Festival, Alabama Shakespeare Festival, Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival, Milwaukee Repertory Theatre, and the Utah Shakespeare Festival. His screen work includes The Orville, Chicago Med, Blue Bloods, and the films Widows (directed by Steve McQueen), The World Without You, and Sister Carrie.
The production, which runs from December 9 through December 28, continues a cherished Princeton tradition, offering an immersive celebration of joy, community, and generosity. For more information, call (609) 258-2787 or visit mccarter.org.
Carolers in the Lobby
Local choirs will perform in the Lockwood Lobby beginning 45 minutes before select performances:
* Friday, December 12 before the 7:30pm performance: Princeton Girlchoir of Westrick Music Academy
* Saturday, December 13 before the 5:30pm performance: JE Voice Studio Carolers
* Sunday, December 14 before the 5:30pm: Stuart Country Day School – Vox Unum Choir
* Tuesday, December 16 before the 7:30pm: Princeton Boychoir of Westrick Music Academy
* Friday, December 19 before the 7:30pm: JE Voice Studio Carolers
* Sunday, December 21 before the 5:30pm: Half and Half from Allentown High School
Storytime with Jeff
Bring the kids early! Enjoy a fun, family-friendly pre-show event on Sunday, December 21 at 12:15pm in the Lockwood Lobby, leading right into the 1:00pm performance.
Holiday Concessions Package
Patrons may pre-order Holiday Concessions Packages when purchasing tickets. Packages will be prepared in advance and available for pickup in the Lockwood Lobby beginning one hour before showtime — a festive and convenient way to enhance the theatre experience.
Group Discounts
Groups of 10 or more receive 10% off tickets, making A Christmas Carol an ideal outing for office gatherings, youth groups, book clubs, and family celebrations. To book, email [email protected].
Accessibility
McCarter Theatre Center is committed to accessibility for all patrons. Upcoming accessible performances include:
* ASL-Interpreted Performance: Saturday, December 20 at 1:00pm. Use promo code ACCESS26 for $40 tickets in preferred seating for viewing ASL interpreters.
* Audio Described & Open Captioned Performance: Sunday, December 21 at 1:00pm. To reserve a descriptive device and access $40 tickets, use promo code ACCESS26.
* Relaxed Performance: Sunday, December 28 at 1:00pm. Relaxed Performances offer a welcoming, judgment-free environment where self-expression is encouraged. Use promo code RPMCC26 for $40 tickets.
Additional accessibility information is available at mccarter.org/accessibility.
Holiday Food Drive
McCarter Theatre Center is collecting donations to support Mercer Street Friends. Suggested food items include canned protein, soup, vegetables, beans, fruit packed without syrup, grains, peanut butter, milk, spices, condiments, and oil — please, no glass. Non-food items such as cleaning products, toiletries, paper towels, and aluminum foil are also welcome. Donations can be dropped off in front of the Box Office during regular hours (Tuesday–Saturday, 12:00pm to 6:00pm) or during performances of A Christmas Carol. Thank you for helping brighten the holidays for our neighbors in need!
McCarter is one of the country’s flagship theaters and a vibrant center for community and the performing arts. Located on the campus of Princeton University, the company is an independent nonprofit, serving as a nationally renowned, multi-disciplinary creative hub for arts and ideas, offering theatre, music, dance, spoken word, and educational programs for all ages.
A two-time Tony Award winner, McCarter’s legacy of artistic excellence dates back to its first performances in 1930. Our Town, You Can’t Take It with You, and Bus Stop all premiered at McCarter, paving the way for a long history of launching remarkable works that have gone on to tens of thousands of performances worldwide.
The company is equally revered for presenting global artists on its stages, including Yo-Yo Ma, Samara Joy, Hasan Minhaj, Jon Stewart, Caetano Veloso, Rhiannon Giddens, Patti Smith, Esperanza Spalding, Lake Street Dive, and Herbie Hancock. Of the 100,000 community members who engage with McCarter each year, more than 5,000 are students participating in educational programs in Princeton, Trenton, and schools across the region. McCarter leads with values of justice, joy, and beauty in belonging—creating a space where artists and audiences can come together to celebrate the power of live performance.
