Covid-19 has hit everywhere hard, but perhaps the arts hardest of all, as musicians, TV shows and theatres have struggled to adjust to the new normal.

Rosebud Theatre believes it has a grasp on the health needs of Alberta however, and is planning to offer up A Christmas Carol live on stage.

Victorian England, Christmas Eve. A storyteller lights a candle, and with a twinkle in their eye, invites us into the story of a miser who was meant to be a benefactor.

On this night Ebenezer Scrooge will be visited by three spirits. Nathan Schmidt reawakens the time-honoured Christmas classic, in a well-known tale of redemption that embodies the Christmas spirit.

“We’ve been busy working through the details of how to safely offer a Christmas production”, said Morris Ertman, Artistic Director. ”

Last Christmas I was in Vancouver directing Ron Reed’s adaption of A Christmas Carol, and I realized that this visually stunning one person show would be the perfect event to ease us safely into this new phase – where we can once again come together in community, albeit with safety and social distancing in place.”

To date Rosebud Theatre is the only company in Alberta offering A Christmas Carol live on stage.

For all of the families who have made this classic an annual tradition at Theatre Calgary or the Citadel Theatre, we invite you to continue your tradition by joining us to experience the Christmas magic of Rosebud.

“Social distancing has been ensured by modifying the number of audience seats per show from 230 to 62, and changing our dining room experience from buffet style to plate service. AHS guidelines will be exceeded and surfaces will be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected following each performance,” commented Marketing Manager Heather Little.

For more information visit www.rosebudtheatre.com or call 1-800-267-7553.