The show comes together in just six rehearsals. “And stop by the Chamber, at 22 Jordan St., for commemorative scarves ($15 with an embroidered logo, $10 without), mugs ($8), mugs with hot cocoa packets ($10) and ornaments ($5).”ĭickens Christmas has about 40 cast members, including young apprentice talent, who are joined by a variety of guest musicians and caroling groups. “While you’re in town, be sure to visit our unique shops and restaurants-the perfect complement to a holiday outing,” Fenner said. (Masks and social distancing are required indoors.) And Mother Goose will read stories at Loft 42. For tickets and information, visit .įree refreshments, including roasted chestnuts donated by Tops Friendly Markets and Johnny Angel’s and Byrne Dairy eggnog served by the Girl Scouts (Saturdays only).įor children, Father Christmas will hand out treats from the porch of the Masonic Temple. The performance will be available the following day on YouTube. 18 at the West End Theater, 217 Genesee St., Auburn.
“A Christmas Carol-The Radio Play,” 7-9 p.m. First prize is a $50 gift certificate from The Sherwood Inn second prize is a Dickens mug with cocoa. Bring your own supplies and creativity! Queen Victoria will judge the entries at 2:45 p.m.
26 and every Saturday.Ī snowman-building contest in Clift Park Dec. Performances by the Bright Friday Brass, Nov. Wagon rides are $3 per person, $10 per family carriage rides are offered for a $50 donation. Horse-drawn wagon and carriage rides around the village, departing from The Sherwood Inn, provided by Rt. “A Christmas Carol” trunk shows, in which Dickens performs lighthearted versions of his new story with help from the audience, 1 p.m. Winners have been known to wear their coveted silver teasels throughout the season. The groups vie for attention, and at the end, Queen Victoria awards a silver teasel to the most spirited performer. Twelve groups form, representing the 12 days of Christmas. Midday Revels-Christmas carol sing-along-2 p.m. 26, starting at noon at the Skaneateles Village Hall on Fennell Street, proceeding east to Jordan and Genesee streets and arriving at the Hannum House porch in time for the 12:10 p.m. The story unfolds each week as Dickens and his entourage interact with cast members and passersby.ĭickens Christmas is produced by Scarlett Rat Entertainment and presented by Howard Hanna Real Estate Services, the Skaneateles Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the Skaneateles-area business community. Also visiting is Dickens’ friend Washington Irving, who is working on his latest ghost story, “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.”ĭuring their month-long stay, Dickens gains inspiration from a bevy of now-familiar characters, along with finishing school girls, pickpockets and other villagers. Queen Victoria has arrived in town with Charles Dickens, whom she has commissioned to write a Christmas story. Let us turn back the calendar, now, to 1842 “I, for one, am grateful to keep my face warm with a festive mask during this chilly wintertime,” Greene says. Due to the event’s popularity, the chamber recommends that guests wear a mask while indoors. “We have implemented safety protocols for our Dickens cast to ensure the safety of all.”ĭickens Christmas is a mask-friendly event that will follow all COVID guidelines. “Downtown Skaneateles businesses are thrilled to welcome everyone back,” says Hilary Fenner, executive director of the Skaneateles Area Chamber of Commerce.
“Her Majesty and I look forward to sharing our holiday warmth with old and new friends alike. “After a year’s absence, we are elated to be returning to Skaneateles,” says producing director Jim Greene, who plays Dickens. Saturday and Sunday, with a limited show (noon to 2:30 p.m.) Christmas Eve. The magic of the holiday season returns with the 28th edition of Dickens Christmas.Įnchanting holiday shoppers as it brings “A Christmas Carol” to life, Skaneateles’ iconic street theater production opens Nov. Celebrate ‘Bright Friday’ during the opening of Dickens Christmas.
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