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51st Season

Live Theatre in Carmichael
Chautauqua Playhouse

Chautauqua Playhouse brings world-class community theater to the Sacramento Valley. Join us for an unforgettable season of drama, comedy, and musical theater.

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Nov 14 & 15

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Scrooge

A heartwarming theatrical adaptation of Charles Dickens' beloved classic, A Christmas Carol. Directed by Warren Harrison, featuring Rodger Hoopman in the title role.

The story follows Ebenezer Scrooge, a bitter and miserly businessman whose life is forever changed after visits from the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future. Through these encounters, Scrooge discovers the value of kindness, generosity, friendship, and redemption.

Filled with memorable characters, humor, and emotional depth, Scrooge remains a cherished holiday tradition for families and theatergoers of all ages.

Performance Schedule

Scrooge! The Musical will be presented December 5 through December 24.

Evening performances (7:30 p.m.): Dec 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, and 23

Matinee performances (2:00 p.m.): Dec 6, 13, 20, and 24

The Cast

Rodger Hoopman, Warren Harrison, Salina Donek, Patricia Lee Schmeltz, Scarlett Bronner, Gavyn Irving, Jerold McFatter, Vicki Fortini, David John Silva, Arthur Vassar, Tamara Sooter, Sherri Adams, Paula Ketchel, Annalee Del Rio, Kayden Stanleigh, and Nora Peluso.

For tickets and additional information, visit www.cplayhouse.org or call (916) 489-7529.

Chautauqua Playhouse is a nonprofit, volunteer-driven community theater dedicated to providing quality theatrical productions and performing arts education to the Sacramento region.

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Children's Theatre

Alice's Christmas Party in Wonderland

Chautauqua Playhouse Children's Theatre

Chautauqua Playhouse Children's Theatre will present the holiday comedy "Alice's Christmas Party in Wonderland" by Warren Harrison (based on the characters of Lewis Carroll) on the first three Saturdays in December (5, 12, & 19th)  at 1:00 pm, with an additional performance at 3:00 pm on the third Saturday. The performances will be held at the Chautauqua Playhouse, 5325 Engle Road in the La Sierra Community Center in Carmichael. Admission is $10–12 for all seats. Advance purchase of tickets is strongly recommended.

While decorating the Christmas tree, Alice discovers a mysterious invitation to the Mad Hatter's Christmas party. To join the festivities and see her friends, she must return to Wonderland—but she must arrive on time, or the Queen of Hearts will have her head!

Along the way, Alice reunites with Tweedle Dum and Tweedle Dee, the White Queen, the Cheshire Cat, and the Queen of Hearts, and meets a new character: Beatrice Thesaurus, the Pathkeeper to Wonderland.

Songs, riddles, and a few stolen tarts make this fast-paced adventure a delight for the holiday season! Directed by Warren Harrison, the cast features many popular local actors in this highly interactive play.

Information and tickets are available through the Chautauqua Playhouse website: www.cplayhouse.org or call the box office at (916) 489-7529 during business hours.

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Chautauqua Playhouse is a volunteer-driven organization. We depend on the generosity of our community to keep the magic of live theater alive.

Whether you want to usher, help with sets, work in the box office, or assist backstage — there's a place for you here. Fill out our volunteer survey and we'll be in touch!

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You have been the catalyst for keeping the Arts Alive in Carmichael and the Sacramento Valley. Thank you for your donations over the years — we hope you will continue supporting the Chautauqua Playhouse. We couldn't have done it without you!

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