A Christmas Carol

SCR’s New Leader Tears Down Walls, Builds Bridges, Directs a Musical

By Paul Hodgins | January 10, 2020

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.

It’s the End of an Era as Friends and Fans Say Goodbye to Hal Landon Jr.’s Scrooge

By Joel Beers | December 25, 2019

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.

South Coast Repertory Receives $5-Million Argyros Donation

Arts & Culture

By Paul Hodgins | December 15, 2019

A donation from Julianne Argyros will provide funds for SCR to develop a new production of “A Christmas Carol.”

After 40 Years of Humbugging, O.C.’s Scrooge is Hanging Up His Top Hat

Arts & Culture

By Paul Hodgins | November 1, 2019

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.

Hal Landon Jr. To Step Down As Scrooge After 40 Years

By Heide Janssen | March 21, 2019

NEWS: Landon’s departure marks the end of an era.

Are You Looking For Something To Do For The Holidays?

Countywide

By Paul Hodgins and Heide Janssen | November 22, 2018

We’ve put together a list of 48 events to enjoy with your family to get you in the spirit of the holiday season.

Creating a Scrooge for the Ages

Arts & Culture

By Paul Hodgins | November 22, 2018

PREVIEW: Jerry Patch had no idea his version of ‘A Christmas Carol’ would become a staple at SCR for almost four decades.