Audience Buzz!

WWeek PICK!
"At Hillsboro's Venetian Theatre, Dickens "himself" shows up to walk audiences through the crafting of his yuletide tour de force, allowing spectators the chance to see him interact with his own characters as they guide him through the writing process and act out their comical interpretations of his clever words. With simple and effective set designs, an exceptional cast and deft writing, the production brings farcical humor and delightful new life into scenes that had, until now, become mere wintery routine." - Brittany Rogers , Willamette Week

"Bag&Baggage has brought new resonance to A Christmas Carol...a pleasingly rapid pace...marvelous set design ...charming ...powerful performance by Marion Rossi..." - Holly Johnson, The Oregonian

"I truly can't speak highly enough of this show. It is obvious as well that the cast is having the time of their lives performing it. Frankly, at intermission I mentioned to someone that I wished *I* was up on stage doing it with them! "

"This is one of the funniest shows I have ever seen. And I HATE the regular A Christmas Carol. HATE HATE HATE. But, oh, this Christmas Carol? This one was DELIGHTFUL. And SPLENDID. I laughed so very much at one point I swallowed my gum. Near death experiences are just one hallmark of why this show is so fabulous. Tell your friends!"

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The Cast

Charles Dickens, Tiny Tim: Tommy Cavanaugh
Ebenezer Scrooge: Dr. Marion Rossi
Fred, Fezziwig, Peter, Ignorance: Tylor Neist
Bob Cratchit, Marley, Ghost of Christmas Past, various other roles: Jessica Cavanaugh
Mrs. Cratchit, Belle, Carol Girl, Want, various other roles: Maria Aparo
Fan, Ghost of Christmas Present, various other roles: Maggie Chapin

Cast Bios

The Crew

Director: Scott Palmer
Musical Director: Michelle Pederson
Musician: Tylor Neist
Production Mgr, Head of Props, and Stage Manager: Audra Petrie Veber
Scenic Designer: Alan E. Schwanke
Lighting Designer: Ben Crop
Light Board Op: Sharon Biermann
Costume Designer: Allison Dawe
Asst Stage Mgr: Michelle Rodríguez
Lead Builder: Dave Berrier

Theme Dates

Charity Benefit Night
First Thu: Dec 10.
$5 of every ticket goes to benefit Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center! (Press Release)

Senior Sunday Matinee: First Sun Dec 13. Buffet Brunch option. Visit the Venetian Theatre Website for reservations and details.

SPECIAL Charity Performance: Mon 12/14 at 7pm - benefits Camp Erin. (Press Release)

Gay/Lesbian Audience Night: Second Thu Dec 17.

Girls Night Out: Second Fri Dec 18.

Singles Night: First Sat for this show Dec 12.

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REMEMBER! Every Fri and Sat night also now has a family style dinner option available! Visit the Venetian Theatre Website for reservations and details.