Omaha Community Playhouse Staging 50th Anniversary Production Of 'A Christmas Carol'

The Omaha Community Playhouse (OCP) is set to stage its 50th Anniversary production of A Christmas Carol, running November 21 – December 21 on the Hawks Mainstage Theatre.

For five decades, this cherished holiday tradition has brought the magic of Charles Dickens’ timeless story to generations of Omaha families, making it among the longest-running community theatre productions of A Christmas Carol in the nation.

Performances are on Wednesdays at 7 p.m., Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Adapted for the Omaha Community Playhouse by Charles Jones in 1975, A Christmas Carol has become an integral part of the cultural fabric of Omaha and the region. Each year, audiences are transported to Victorian London to witness Ebenezer Scrooge’s transformative journey from greed to generosity to discover the true meaning of Christmas — a message that resonates as deeply today as it did 50 years ago.

OCP’s production features stunning costumes, elaborate sets, joyful music, and spectacle, matched only by the heartfelt story and Omaha-based talent on and off stage.

“Fifty years of A Christmas Carol means fifty years of community — of artists, volunteers, and audiences coming together to share a story that still moves us,” said Vincent Orduña, Artistic Director of the Omaha Community Playhouse. “It’s incredible to see how this tradition continues to inspire connection, compassion, and the joy of storytelling.”

Tickets are on sale now starting at $50 for adults and $30 for students, with ticket prices varying by performance and seating zone. Online purchases are subject to online ticketing fees. Tickets may be purchased at the OCP Box Office, located at 6915 Cass Street, by phone at (402) 553-0800 or online at OmahaPlayhouse.com.

THREE ‘SCROOGES’ IN 50 YEARS
Veteran Omaha actor Cork Ramer will return for his third year in the role of Ebenezer Scrooge. Ramer is only the third actor to play the role on OCP’s Mainstage in the production’s 50-year history. Ramer replaced the late Jerry Longe, who retired from the role in 2022 after 17 seasons. The late Dick Boyd originated the role at the Omaha Community Playhouse and played Scrooge for 30 years.

SPECIAL COMMEMORATIVE SECTION
The Omaha Community Playhouse has published a special section on its website, Spirit of Carol, dedicated to the history of A Christmas Carol, with historical photos, features stories, videos, and more. Visit OmahaPlayhouse.com.

AUDIO DESCIRBED PERFORMANCE

OCP will host an audio-described performance of A Christmas Carol on Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. for those who are blind or visually impaired. Patrons interested in audio description services for this performance may contact the OCP Box Office at (402) 553-0800 for additional information.

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) SHADOW-INTERPRETED PERFORMANCE

OCP will host an American Sign Language (ASL) shadow-interpreted performance of A Christmas Carol on Sunday, Dec. 4, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. The performance will feature multiple ASL interpreters dressed in light costumes who shadow performers on stage while interpreting. To reserve seats or for additional questions, please contact the OCP Box Office at (402) 553-0800.

RELAXED PERFORMANCE

OCP will host a relaxed performance of A Christmas Carol on Friday, Dec. 5, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. This relaxed performance will offer a sensory-friendly experience that is welcoming for those with sensory sensitivities.

To reserve seats for the relaxed performance or for additional questions, please contact the OCP Box Office at (402) 553-0800.

DISCOUNTED TICKETS TO SELECT PERFORMANCES FOR NON-PROFIT EMPLOYEES

OCP offers special discounted ticket rates for employees of non-profit organizations for performances on Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. Discounted ticket prices are $30 for adults and $20 for students. Non-profit employee discounted tickets must be reserved directly through the OCP Box Office by phone at (402) 553-0800 or in person at 6915 Cass St., Omaha, NE 68132. This offer is not available online, is subject to seating availability, cannot be combined with any other offers, and may not be applied to previous purchases.

SHINE THE LIGHT ON HUNGER SPONSORED BY CONAGRA BRANDS FOUNDAITON

Patrons are invited to join the Omaha Community Playhouse and Conagra Brands Foundation in the spirit of giving by bringing non-perishable food items to OCP all holiday season long. Food donations may be placed in the blue barrels near the OCP Box Office before or after performances. All items will be donated to the Food Bank for the Heartland.