December 17 - 22, 2024
A Sherlock Carol
written & directed by Mark Shanahan
Recommended for ages 7 and up
Running Time: 2 hours including one 15 minute intermission

A holiday classic returns!

Back at the Playhouse by popular demand! Moriarty was dead, to begin with. And Sherlock Holmes is a haunted man. When a grown up Tiny Tim asks Holmes to investigate the death of Ebenezer Scrooge, the Great Detective must use his gifts to solve a Dickens of a mystery! But, it’s a dark and treacherous Christmas Eve, and once again the night is haunted by the spirits of the past, present, and future. Can Holmes overcome his own ghosts to crack the case? Celebrate the holidays at the Playhouse with this heartwarming and highly theatrical treat for all ages!

What critics say about the show!

…you don’t want to miss this crowd pleasing yet sophisticated show…clever and entertaining …fresh, imaginative, and engaging…it’s important for kids to be introduced to the best of the arts…seeing excellence in the performing arts will be indelible in their brains."

Broadway World

…an enjoyable show…the play lends itself to tongue-in-cheek humor…a novel little piece…a fun show to relish in…"

One Man’s Opinion

WATCH THE OFFICIAL TRAILER

   

MEET THE CAST

MEET THE PLAYWRIGHT / DIRECTOR

MEET THE CREATIVE TEAM

Set Designer
Costume Designer
Lighting Designer
Music and Sound Designer
Fight Choreographer
Production Stage Manager
Assistant Stage Manager

*Member of Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States

Props are loaned by the original production designed by Anna Louizos.

Special thanks for props assistance to Jeni Schaefer (Virginia Stage).

Additional support provided by Fat Goose Productions and TheatreNerd Productions.

FOR THIS PRODUCTION

Fight Captain Byron St. Cyr
Assistant Director/WCP Directing Fellow Anissa Felix 
Assistant Lighting Designer Alex Fetchko
Technical Director/Head Carpenter/Flyman Jason Thompson
Head Electrician Dylan Dineen
Head Sound Jon Damast
Head Props Ryan Neuberger
Assistant Carpenter Scott A. Trichka
Head Wardrobe Lisa Ficco
Dresser Jessica Camarero
Scenic Artist Tamar Klausner

MORE INSIGHTS. MORE FUN.

Get more from your experience at the Playhouse by joining us for one of our pre- or post-show events!

Opening Night

Tue, Dec 17, post-show

Celebrate the opening night of each performance along with the cast, crew, and creative team. Free with ticket to the show.

Together at the Table Family Dinner 🍽️ 🍕

Wed, Dec 18 at 5:30PM

An evening for families & groups to enjoy a communal dinner & casual conversation before attending the performance. All for just $15 per person! Call Box Office at 203.227.4177 for your reservation.

Pride Night 🌈

Thur, Dec 19 at 6PM

A fun pre-show cocktail party, including a limited open bar by Trevi Lounge and appetizers from Walrus Alley. Use code SHERLOCKPRIDE or call Box Office at 203.227.4177 for $40 tickets!
get pride night tickets

MAKING THEATER OPEN TO ALL.

The Playhouse offers a variety of accessible ticket pricing options, including pay-what-you-will performances, first responder discounts, free tickets for Indigenous peoples, and more.

See ticketing discounts

 

Ways To Give Back During A Sherlock Carol

In the spirit of the holiday season, it was especially important to the Playhouse to find ways to give back to our community. Below are charities that you can contribute to during the run of A Sherlock Carol. 

How you can contribute

 

OUR PHOTO BOOTH IS BACK!

NOW IN OUR LOBBY
Come take a picture in front our door to 221B Baker Street, London – the official home of Sherlock Holmes. Don't forget to share on your socials and tag the Playhouse. CATCH THE SPIRIT!

ARTICLES & INTERVIEWS

5 QUESTIONS WITH... MARK SHANAHAN
Mark’s answers excerpted from a recent interview by The Virginia Stage Company.
Enjoy this interview with Mark Shanahan, Westport Country Playhouse artistic director, and playwright / director of A SHERLOCK CAROL.
THE LUX BOND AND GREEN GUIDE | FALL/WINTER 2024
ACCENT MAGAZINE
Lux Bond and Green featured A SHERLOCK CAROL as part of their Fall/Winter 2024 guide!
The Lisa Wexler Show
Season 2024, Ep. 12.1 • Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Drew McVety, AKA Sherlock Holmes in Westport County Playhouse's production of "A Sherlock Carol," joins Lisa Wexler to talk about this unique holiday theatre experience. The 2024 show runs 12/17 - 12/22 nightly at 7pm with 2pm matinees on the weekend.
Hartford Courant interview with Drew McVety
Sunday, December 15, 2024
'A Sherlock Carol' brings back Holmes, Scrooge at Westport Playhouse
Bonnie's Blog: The Balcony and Beyond
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
MYSTERY AND MAGIC ABOUND IN TALE OF SCROOGE AND SHERLOCK AT WESTPORT COUNTRY PLAYHOUSE

Have a listen to 2020's "A Merry Little Christmas Carol," written and directed by MARK SHANAHAN

DINNER & A SHOW

Looking for the perfect pre-show dining spot? Gabriele’s Italian Steakhouse is located on the Playhouse campus and is offering a special prix fixe menu for A Sherlock Carol ticketholders!  Click here to view the menu and pricing, then call Gabriele’s at (203) 454-4922 to make your reservation. Be sure to tell them you are attending A Sherlock Carol to access the exclusive menu and price!

THANK YOU

Production Partner: Claire Wilkes

Corporate Partner: RBC Wealth Management

Production Patron: Laura Z. Barket

Corporate Production Patron: Westfair TV Audio

2024 Programming & Season Sponsorship is generously provided by Barbara Streicker.

Media Sponsorship for the 2024 season is generously provided by Moffly Media and  WSHU Public Radio.

2024/25 SEASON OF LAUGHTER

Welcome back to a season of fully produced theatre at the Playhouse.

The Playhouse is proud to present A SEASON OF LAUGHTER, with a slate of comedies chosen specifically to energize our community with a welcoming sense of warmth, humor, and joy.

Learn more about the season here

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December 17 - 22, 2024
A Sherlock Carol
written & directed by Mark Shanahan
Recommended for ages 7 and up
Running Time: 2 hours including one 15 minute intermission
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