Dickens' Christmas Classic A Christmas Carol from A.C.T.
A.C.T. (San Francisco, CA)
Rated 3.5 by 146 members who went.
A.C.T.'s A Christmas Carol is a Bay Area holiday tradition as beloved as the festive window displays around Union Square. Featuring nasty old Scrooge, adorable Tiny Tim, and a multigenerational cast of dozens, A Christmas Carol is a sparkling, music-infused celebration of goodwill that your family will never forget.
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Fresh from Broadway, Mamet's new comedy November takes a satirical stab at American politics. President Charles Smith, the most corrupt buffoon ever to sit in the Oval Office, is in the final days of his bid for re-election, but the country is a mess and his poll numbers are low. Toss in a lesbian speechwriter longing to marry her sweetheart on TV, Thanksgiving turkeys awaiting pardon, and a ton of shady back-room scheming and you've got Mamet's latest. Learn More
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Top Useful Tips
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Dress
- Not too dressy but no jeans.
- The matinee showing had a range of attire.
- No one's lookinng at you! Dress comfortably so you don't have to squirm for two hours!
Parking And Transportation
- Take BART or Muni Metro to Powell St. and walk a couple of blocks
- If you park in the Mason/O’Farrell Garage and show your ticket stub afterwards, it's $10 parking
- Allow at least 15 minutes to find parking, if not more.
Food And Drinks
- Max's Deli! Are you kidding! Delicious.
- The Grand Cafe
- Starbucks
Other
- Pre-order your intermission drink to avoid lines
- Do not be late!
- Pick up cushions for the kids BEFORE heading up to the balcony.
More Details About A Christmas Carol
Quotes & Highlights
- "This is a Carol built to banish bah humbugs for years to come!" --Oakland Tribune
- "A holiday treat for the entire family! More lavish and enjoyable than ever . . . contains all of the ingredients of what Christmas is all about." --KGO Radio
More Information
Website: http://www.act-sf.org/christmascarol/index.html
A.C.T.'s A Christmas Carol is a Bay Area holiday tradition as beloved as the festive window displays around Union Square. Featuring nasty old Scrooge, adorable Tiny Tim, and a multigenerational cast of dozens, A Christmas Carol is a sparkling, music-infused celebration of goodwill that your family will never forget.