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A Christmas Carol

Step into the warmth of the holiday season and celebrate the remarkable talent of area youth as Curtain Call Academy, the youth theater program at the Winneshiek Playhouse, presents Charles Dickens’ timeless classic, A Christmas Carol.

Performances will take place on Friday, December 11, and Saturday, December 12.

This heartwarming production showcases an extraordinarily talented cast of young performers hailing from communities across Northwest Illinois, including Warren, Orangeville, Pecatonica, Davis, and Freeport—representing Stephenson, Jo Daviess, and Winnebago counties. Together, these dedicated students have poured their energy, creativity, and enthusiasm into bringing this beloved holiday tale to life on the Winneshiek Playhouse stage.

A Christmas Carol tells the iconic story of Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey toward redemption, kindness, and the true spirit of the holidays. Packed with cozy nostalgia, memorable characters, and festive cheer, it is the perfect holiday outing for families and theater lovers of all ages.

“Our students have put so much heart and hard work into this production,” says the Curtain Call Academy team. “It is an absolute joy to watch youth from across our surrounding counties come together to build something magical. We invite our entire community to come out, support the arts, and cheer on these amazing young actors!”

Event Details & Ticket Information

  • Dates: Friday, December 11 & Saturday, December 12

  • Location: Winneshiek Playhouse, 228 W. Clark Street, Freeport, IL

  • Tickets: Available online now at www.winneshiekplayers.com

Seating is limited, so community members are encouraged to reserve their tickets early. Settle in for a cozy holiday tradition and support the next generation of local performers!

Continuing to Make History

The Winneshiek Players is known as the oldest continuously operating volunteer amateur theater group in the United States.

2026-2027 Season Announced

Announcing Our 2026–2027 Season at Winneshiek Playhouse!

Join us for a fantastic year of comedy, youth theater, and community inspiration.

Our Lineup:

  • Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors (Fall 2026) – A lightning-fast, laugh-out-loud parody of the classic vampire tale featuring quick-change antics and clever wordplay.

  • A Christmas Carol (December 2026) – Our Curtain Call Academy youth program returns for its fourth season with this heartwarming holiday classic.

  • Red Riding Hood (March 2027) – A side-splitting retelling of the fairy tale told entirely from the Wolf’s perspective.

  • Camelot and Camelittle (Spring 2027) – An inspiring Curtain Call Academy youth production about a young girl’s quest to become a Knight of the Round Table.

Thank you for supporting local community theater. Stay tuned to winneshiekplayers.org and Instagram @winneshiekplayers for ticket sales and audition announcements!

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Address: 228 W. Clark St.
Freeport, IL 61032

Phone: (815) 801-2052

Email: winnieboxoffice@gmail.com