![]() ![]() “Masterful storytelling” “True to Dickens’ voice” “A tour de force” “… a celebration of not only the holiday season, but of the value of everyday kindness.”Ĭan’t attend in person? Join us virtually! Dickens begins one hour before the performance. The 19th century family room, kitchen, and garden (weather permitting) will be open to guests during the reception. Dickens! Toast the season with a cup of “Smoking Bishop” (mulled wine) and enjoy a special performance of “A Visit from St. ![]() Surrounded by 19th century holiday decorations, flickering candles, and richly appointed period furnishings, audiences will be transported back 150 years in this captivating one-hour performance created from Dickens’ own script.ĭoors open 30 minutes prior to performance.Ī Christmas Reception with Mr. ![]() Dickens, portrayed by John Kevin Jones, as he tells his timeless Christmas tale in the elegant intact Greek Revival double parlor of the landmark 1832 Merchant’s House Museum. As the New York Herald exclaimed, “The Christmas Carol becomes doubly enchanting when one hears it performed by Dickens.” ![]() In December 1867, Charles Dickens arrived in New York City for a month of sold-out performances of his beloved holiday classic, A Christmas Carol. ![]()
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