Download McCarter Theatre Center Announces Bank of America as Sponsor

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McCARTER THEATRE CENTER
ANNOUNCES BANK OF AMERICA AS SPONSOR
FOR CHARLES DICKENS’ A CHRISTMAS CAROL
PRINCETON, NJ: McCarter Theatre Center is proud to announce Bank of America as the lead
sponsor for its reimagined version of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Directed by
Adam Immerwahr, McCarter’s new production of Dickens’ holiday classic runs December 9
through 31 in the Matthews Theatre. Bank of America’s generous support will enable
McCarter to bring the magic of the holiday season to life for thousands of families
throughout the region.
“The McCarter Theatre Center brings the spirit of the season to New Jersey residents with
its imaginative rendition of A Christmas Carol,” said Bob Doherty, New Jersey President,
Bank of America. “Supporting cultural organizations, especially those like the McCarter
Theatre, allows us to celebrate holiday traditions in a way that enriches New Jersey’s
diverse, thriving community by providing access to quality arts programs.”
McCarter Theatre Center Managing Director Timothy J. Shields added: “We’re so very
grateful to Bank of America for their support, which makes it possible for tens of thousands
of people from across the region to delight in this classic holiday story. We’re happy to be
able to share the debut of our renewed production with everyone in our community this
December.”
About the Production
Using David Thompson’s masterful adaptation, McCarter Theatre Center is building a brand
new version of Ebenezer Scrooge’s magical journey through Christmas past, present, and
future. Combining period-specific carols and music with state-of-the-art special effects, a
cast of professional actors will be joined by robust ensemble members chosen from the
greater Princeton community. Audiences will experience an immersive Dickensian
environment from the opening of the theater doors to the final bows. In a new look at an
annual McCarter tradition, this exciting new production will usher you into the spirit of the
season with all the joy, wonder, and generosity that Scrooge himself discovers. Cast and
creative team announcement to follow as we approach the 2016 holiday season.
Ticket Information
Tickets for McCarter’s upcoming production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol are on
sale now, and can be purchased in person at the McCarter Theatre Center Ticket Office – 91
University Place in Princeton, by phone at 609-258-2787, or online at www.mccarter.org.
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About McCarter Theatre Center
Under the leadership of Artistic Director Emily Mann and Managing Director Timothy J.
Shields, McCarter Theatre Center is recognized as one of the nation’s premier theater
companies. Renowned for major contributions to the theatrical canon, McCarter premieres
include such works as Christopher Durang’s Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike (winner
of the 2013 Tony Award® for Best Play) and McCarter was honored in 1994 with the
Regional Theatre Tony Award®. Thanks to the efforts of Special Programming Director
William W. Lockwood, McCarter Theatre Center is also a premier presenter of artists
renowned around the world and across genres as varied as dance, classical, pop, jazz,
performance art, comedy, magic, children’s theatre, and much more. McCarter is supported
by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, Princeton University, and over 3,000
individuals, corporations, community leaders, and foundations. For more info visit
www.mccarter.org.
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