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Normally, when a performing art organization announces a new season, the main order of business is talking about the subject at hand: all the shows that will tempt the public over the next year. This year, of course, is different.
With almost a year under his belt as the new artistic director at South Coast Repertory, David Ivers is finding his footing and carving out his place with the Orange County institution.
Hal Landon Jr.’s final performance as Scrooge in “A Christmas Carol” was attended by devoted fans. For many, the annual trip to see the show has been a multi-generational tradition. Landon played the iconic role for 40 years.
A donation from Julianne Argyros will provide funds for SCR to develop a new production of “A Christmas Carol.”
Hal Landon Jr. will play Ebenezer Scrooge for the last time this season at South Coast Repertory. He is the only actor cast to play the role during the entire 40-year annual holiday run of “A Christmas Carol” at the theater.
NEWS: Landon’s departure marks the end of an era.
We’ve put together a list of 48 events to enjoy with your family to get you in the spirit of the holiday season.
PREVIEW: Jerry Patch had no idea his version of ‘A Christmas Carol’ would become a staple at SCR for almost four decades.