Aurora Theatre - A Christmas Carol Returns!

Captivating patrons young and old, Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol will bring the true meaning of Christmas to Aurora Theatre, November 24-December 23! The entire family can prepare for another year of seasonal sensations with the return of this Christmas classic, now in its 11th year.  Follow cold-hearted Ebenezer Scrooge (Anthony Rodriguez) as he undergoes recognition, realization, and remission while journeying through the past, present, and future of Christmas. Audiences will revel in the spirited truth that unfolds within this timeless tale, commonly recognized as the greatest Christmas story to date!  "Anthony's (Rodriguez) one-man performance of A Christmas Carol becomes richer, deeper, and more personal each year,” said Tony Brown, the show’s adapter and director.  “With finely tuned vocal inflections and his specific and character-evoking physical mannerisms, he brings each character in this classic tale to life with a remarkable blend of power and sensitivity.  His Scrooge in particular reminds us of the power of forgiveness and the possibility of the renewal of our spirits, particularly at this holiday season and encourages us to take those gifts to heart long after we've left the theater." Featuring the work of multiple Suzi Award-winning set designers Isabel and Moriah Curley-Clay and costumes by designer Alan Yeong, A Christmas Carol returns to Aurora Theatre for the enjoyment of all ages.  Starring Anthony Rodriguez for the 11th consecutive year, the classic characters of Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, Jacob Marley, and the remarkable ghosts are brought to life in the audience-aweing performance.  Guests can watch the troubled and resentful Scrooge transform as he encounters the three ghosts of Christmas, recalls forgotten memories, and is forced to make life-altering decisions.  The stone-cold Ebenezer Scrooge is acquainted with lessons and stories specific to each ghost, which may or may not lead him to embrace the joy of Christmas.  This one-man version of the traditional tale will impress theatergoers in an incredibly personal and uplifting light this holiday season! Celebrating its 11th successive year, Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol is presented Wednesdays through Sundays on Aurora Theatre’s studio stage, November 24-December 23.  Tickets range from $20-$30 and can be purchased online at tickets.auroratheatre.com or by calling the Box Office at 678-226-6222. Regular show times, in repertory with The 12 Dates of Christmas, are as follows: ·     November 24, December 2, 6, 8, 14, 16, 19, and 20 at 8 p.m. ·     November 25, December 3, 9, 17, and 23 at 2:30 p.m. For more information or to purchase tickets for programming, call the Box Office at 678.226.6222 or visit www.auroratheatre.com.

Regal Cinemas Offer $5 Holiday Movies!

This holiday season, Regal Cinemas are offering Holiday Classics for only $5.

If you are a Regal Crown Club member, you can get an additional offer - $5 for a medium popcorn and soft drink combo.

Visit the Regal website to see which movies are playing and what theaters are participating in this special holiday viewing.

Aurora Theatre Rings in the Holidays!

The holidays are in full swing, which means Aurora Theatre’s spirited schedule of December programming promises to bring festive fun for theatergoers of all ages! From Aurora Children’s Playhouse productions like Santa’s Missing Mail, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, and Trouble in Toyland to the 21st annual yuletide original Christmas Canteen and the FREE Teatro Aurora event Noche de Velas, spirits will be made bright during the most wonderful time of the year!  Special December Programming Aurora’s Children Playhouse Saturdays at 10 and 11:30 am Aurora Theatre assembles the best children performers in the region!  From puppeteers to magicians and storytellers to jugglers, these 45-minute presentations are not only perfect for young audiences but also provide fun for the entire family.  Tickets are $7.  Visit bit.ly/AuroraChildrensPlayhouse for more information. ·         Santa’s Missing Mail Saturday, December 3 Ominous Crook and his sidekick Skellmutt are two dastardly bad guys out to stop Christmas by stealing Santa’s mail.  Produced by All Hands Productions and written by David Stepens, this holiday classic has been a favorite since it debuted in 1998.  As a special bonus, children will have the chance to meet Santa after the show with a contribution to Toys for Tots. ·         ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas Saturday, December 10 A merry tale with silly twists and turns, this classic holiday poem takes on a fresh twist as the Piccadilly Puppets share the time-honored tale through the perspective of a mouse. ·         Trouble in Toyland Saturday, December 17 What happens when Santa has lost his laugh, his elves go on strike, and Rudolph has a runny nose on Christmas Eve?  Audiences will find out during this hilarious holiday romp performed by That Puppet Guy. Teatro Aurora: Noche de Velas Wednesday, December 7 Usher in the holiday season with the sharing of traditions and customs from other countries.  During this FREE cultural celebration, guests will indulge in quintessential Hispanic holiday food and music.  For more information, visit bit.ly/NochedeVelas. TIXSTER Exclusive: Poetry and Word Tuesday, December 13 at 8 p.m. TIXSTER members are invited to hang out and hear original stories of empowerment centered on the theme of “The Holidays” during this special Poetry and Word Series.  Registration is FREE for TIXSTER members and begins at 7 p.m. on the night of the event.  Members can join TIXSTER, as well as sign up to participate online at bit.ly/AuroraTixsterSeries. All of the Other Reindeer: A Dog’s Tale Tuesday, December 6 at 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. Written and Directed by Aurora’s Education Coordinator Renita James, All of the Other Reindeer: A Dog’s Tale will be performed by local elementary, middle,         and high school students who have worked since early November to prepare for the annual Aurora tradition.  Tickets are $5 and can be purchased online at bit.ly/AuroraHolidayClass. Need a Little Christmas Giveaway This holiday season, Aurora Theatre will spread joy to those in need with the annual Need a Little Christmas Giveaway.  Grand prize winners will receive a family four-pack of tickets to Christmas Canteen and a gift certificate for dinner on the Lawrenceville Square.  Runners-up will receive tickets to an Aurora Children’s Playhouse show this December, A Christmas Carol or The 12 Dates of Christmas.  Nominations are being accepted through Wednesday, November 30, at 5 p.m.  In the spirit of giving, please refrain from nominating one’s self.  Winners will be contacted the first week of December.  For more information, visit bit.ly/NeedALittleChristmas. Continuing in December Aurora’s Festival of Trees Throughout December Adding to the yuletide joy is Aurora’s annual Festival of Trees, supporting the United States Marine Corps Toys for Tots drive and Gwinnett’s local food banks.  More than 25 trees decorated by local businesses will illuminate the theater lobby for visitors to enjoy.  All guests are encouraged to cast a vote for their favorite tree by placing a new, unwrapped toy and a non-perishable food item underneath it.  All gifts will be donated to the United States Marine Corps Toys for Tots and the food items will go toward the Holtkamp Can Challenge to be delivered to area food banks.  Visit bit.ly/AuroraFestivalofTrees for more information. Christmas Canteen 2016 Through December 23; times vary Make spirits bright this winter by joining Aurora Theatre for its annual holly jolly tradition, Christmas Canteen!  Striking up festive tunes through December 23, Gwinnett’s longest running theatrical extravaganza ushers in the sounds of the season with Canteen veterans Brandon O’Dell, Christian Magby, Cecil Washington Jr., Jen MacQueen, Diany Rodriguez, and Lyndsay Ricketson Brown, among many others.  Complete with laugh-out-loud comedy and sparkling musical numbers, this winter wonderland revue promises a delightful experience for all!  Visit bit.ly/AuroraCanteen16 for more information. Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol Through December 23; times vary This timeless tale of miserly Ebenezer Scrooge (Anthony Rodriguez) and his quest for forgiveness unfolds in an unforgettable journey of transformation through Christmas past, present and future. Deemed one of the greatest Christmas stories of all time, audiences of all ages will delight in the spirit of the season as they revisit the splendor of what makes Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol a holiday tradition!  Visit bit.ly/AuroraSeasonalProgramming for seasonal programming. The 12 Dates of Christmas Through December 23; times vary 12 Dates of Christmas will provide lots of laughter, as audiences are swept away on a whirlwind adventure into the mishaps of one woman’s attempt to get her jingle back in the wonderful world of dating.  Written by American Shakespeare Center’s Ginna Hoben, the delicious one-woman show makes spirits bright with its festive bundle of laugh-out-loud entertainment!  Visit bit.ly/AuroraSeasonalProgramming for more information. For more information on Aurora Theatre’s holiday events or to purchase tickets, visit auroratheatre.com or call the Box Office at 678.226.6222.

Aurora Theatre to Celebrate 10th Anniversary of A CHRISTMAS CAROL!

Aurora Theatre to celebrate 10th anniversary of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, November 25-December 23

True meaning of Christmas unfolds in spirited solo performance A holiday classic fit for the entire family, Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol returns to Aurora Theatre this holiday season, November 25 –December 23! The timeless tale of miserly Ebenezer Scrooge (Anthony Rodriguez) and his quest for forgiveness unfolds in an unforgettable journey of transformation through Christmas past, present, and future.  Deemed one of the greatest Christmas stories of all time, audiences of all ages will delight in the spirit of the season as they revisit the splendor of what makes this production a holiday tradition! “Rodriguez’s powerful one-man performance of A Christmas Carol is something that never loses its magic, no matter how many times you’ve seen it over the past decade,” said Tony Brown, the shows adaptor and director.  “It’s his distinctive and personal interpretation, combined with the intimate, charming setting of the theater that stirs emotion in all of us to remember the importance of family, friends and the act of forgiveness.” Set in the late 1800s on a cold, dark Christmas Eve in London, A Christmas Carol transports audiences into the home of the troubled and resentful Scrooge on Aurora Theatre’s Studio stage.  With a heart that’s been hardened throughout the years, Scrooge is visited by three ghosts – Christmas past, present, and future – each with a specific story and lesson to share.  As he travels through the spirit world and encounters forgotten memories and foreshadows of the future, he’s forced to make certain choices about his life, including whether or not to embrace the joy of Christmas.  Through mannerisms and voice alone, Rodriguez’s spirited solo performance once again brings the characters of Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, Jacob Marley, and the remarkable ghosts to life before audience’s eyes!  Five-time Suzi Bass Award-winning designers Isabel and Moriah Curley-Clay will be creating an all new set for this holiday favorite. Celebrating its 10th consecutive year, Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol is presented November 25-December 23.  Tickets range from $20-$30 and can be purchased online at tickets.auroratheatre.com. Regular show times, in repertory with The 12 Dates of Christmas, are as follows: ·         Wednesday- Friday: 8 p.m. ·         Saturday: 2:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. ·         Sunday: 2:30 p.m. Anthony Rodriguez as Ebenezer Scrooge Anthony Rodriguez as Ebenezer Scrooge Anthony Rodriguez as Ebenezer Scrooge Anthony Rodriguez as Ebenezer Scrooge Anthony Rodriguez as Ebenezer Scrooge