Holiday Homecoming: A Christmas Carol Returns to Actors Theatre

By VOICE-TRIBUNE • Photos By Matt Johnson

Louisville’s holiday season just got a little brighter. After years of anticipation, one of the city’s most beloved theatrical traditions is stepping back into the spotlight. Actors Theatre’s A Christmas Carol returns to the Pamela Brown Auditorium December 5–21, marking a much-anticipated and nostalgic revival of a classic that generations of Louisvillians have cherished. 

For many in the community, this production is a piece of family history. Countless locals fondly recall bundling up for a December outing downtown, watching Ebenezer Scrooge transform before their eyes, and experiencing Dickens’ enduring message. Now, they’re eager to share that same magic with their own children and the younger generations who have yet to experience this cornerstone of Louisville tradition. 

Since tickets went on sale earlier this fall, demand has been nothing short of remarkable. Adapted by Lavina Jadhwani and co-directed by Amelia Acosta Powell and Emily Tarquin, the production promises a return to the heart of Dickens’ narrative, true to the original spirit and carried by a talented cast. 

“People have told us they remember coming to this show with their grandparents, bringing their kids, making it part of their annual ritual,” said Artistic Director Amelia Acosta Powell. “We’re thrilled to bring it back in a way that reflects those memories while inviting a new generation to fall in love with it too.” 

This year’s cast includes a full ensemble ready to bring Dickens’ world to life. 

Aside from the story itself, A Christmas Carol has always symbolized something deeper within Louisville’s performing arts community. It is a shared celebration. A moment to reconnect with loved ones, to support local theatre, and to uplift the joy and generosity that make the season so special. At a time when the arts continue to rebuild and reimagine their place after years of disruptions, the return of such a landmark production feels like a welcome sign of renewed tradition and creative momentum. 

Actors Theatre, serving as the State Theatre of Kentucky, has long been a cultural anchor for the region. With its commitment to storytelling that reflects the “wonder and complexity of our time,” this return to a timeless classic underscores the organization’s dedication to both honoring the past and inspiring the future. 

For longtime fans, this revival is a homecoming. For first-time audiences, it’s an invitation to begin a new tradition. And for Louisville, it’s a joyful reminder of the community’s vibrant performing arts spirit, one worth celebrating, supporting, and sharing for generations to come. 

Tickets are available now at actorstheatre.org.