Holiday Hoopla
Celebrate Indy's favorite holiday tradition at the IRT! Book into A Christmas Carol and experience added holiday fun!
FIRST RESPONDERS DISCOUNT
November Performances + December 26 | Varied Performance Times
The IRT honors police, fire & first responders with a $10 off discount to this production for all November performances, excluding November 30 at 7 PM. Discount can also be used for the 1 PM performance on December 26. Valid ID must be presented to redeem.
CAROL CAST AND AUTOGRAPHS
Saturday, November 23, 2019 | Performance at 3 PM
Mingle and take photos with the cast of A Christmas Carol immediately after this performance. Bring your programs and get cast autographs!
REINDEER VISIT
Friday, November 29, 2019 | Performance at 5 PM
Santa’s elf and reindeer return to the IRT for another year! Visit the IRT from 4:00 to 5:00 PM and meet the duo that is sure to make you feel merry and bright.
TRADITIONS AND TALES
Saturday, November 30, 2019 | Performance at 3 PM
From 2:15 – 2:45 PM, children and their families are invited to take part in a special storytime about different winter holiday traditions. Listen to a reading of the classic Christmas tale, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, and share your own family traditions.
FAMILY PHOTOS
Saturday, November 30, 2019 | Performance at 7 PM
Grab your friends and family and have your holiday photo taken by our professional photographer. Photos will be taken from 6:00 to 7:00 PM and will be uploaded online for patrons to access and share.
CAROL CAST AND AUTOGRAPHS
Sunday, December 1, 2019 | Performance at 1 PM
Mingle and take photos with the cast of A Christmas Carol immediately after this performance. Bring your programs and get cast autographs!
MEET THE DIRECTOR
Friday, December 6, 2019 | Performance at 7 PM
Starting at 6:15 PM, meet the director of A Christmas Carol, Benjamin Hanna, for a special pre-show chat about this treasured Indy holiday tradition.
HOLIDAY HAPPY HOUR
Saturday, December 7, 2019 | Performances at 4 & 7 PM
From 5:30 to 7:00 PM, help us cheer to the holiday season with a special Holiday Happy Hour featuring local libations.
REINDEER VISIT
Sunday, December 8, 2019 | Performance at 2 PM
Santa’s elf and reindeer return to the IRT for another year! Visit the IRT from 1:00 to 2:00 PM and meet the duo that is sure to make you feel merry and bright.
FAMILY PHOTOS
Sunday, December 8, 2019 | Performance at 6 PM
Grab your friends and family and have your holiday photo taken by our professional photographer. Photos will be taken from 5:00 to 6:00 PM and will be uploaded online for patrons to access and share.
IRT ARTISAN MARKET
Saturday, December 14, 2019 | Performances at 1 PM, 4 PM, & 7 PM
Surrounding each performance this day, stroll through the Grand Lobby and shop our very own IRT Artisan Market! Featuring the creations of IRT staff, give the gift of their one-of-a-kind handmade work.
- Dan Bradburn
Abstract, acrylic, mixed media, and fluid paintings - Rachelle from Chelleter Skelter is excited to debut her brand new Collie Flowers—which are festive flowers your furry friend can wear on their collar—plus handmade dog bows, matching scrunchies, fabric covered magnets, handmade journals, and more!
- Dieter Finn from Just a Crow and Magdalene Arszman
Handmade creations, ornaments, and stuffed toys - Forever Yours by Sarah James
Gifts such as string art on old barn wood, wall decor, wine glasses, mugs, and tea towels - Danette Alles – Ceramic Art
Colorful vases, kitchen crocks, microwave bowl holders - Kerry Barmann
Photography featuring Indy and travel spots, architectural detail, and more
FAMILY PHOTOS
Saturday, December 14, 2019 | Performances at 1 PM & 4 PM
Grab your friends and family and have your holiday photo taken by our professional photographer. Photos will be taken from 2:30 to 4:00 PM and will be uploaded online for patrons to access and share.
PETTISVILLE CHOIR CAROLING
Sunday, December 15, 2019 | Performance at 2 PM
From 1:00 to 1:45 PM, enjoy the Pettisville Show Choir as they perform holiday carols in the Grand Lobby before the 2 PM show.
FAMILY PHOTOS
Tuesday, December 17, 2019 | Performance at 7 PM
Grab your friends and family and have your holiday photo taken by our professional photographer. Photos will be taken from 6:00 to 7:00 PM and will be uploaded online for patrons to access and share.
CAROL CAST AND AUTOGRAPHS
Wednesday, December 18, 2019 | Performance at 7 PM
Mingle and take photos with the cast of A Christmas Carol immediately after this performance. Bring your programs and get cast autographs!
REINDEER VISIT
Thursday, December 19, 2019 | Performance at 7 PM
Santa’s elf and reindeer return to the IRT for another year! Visit the IRT from 6:00 to 7:00 PM and meet the duo that is sure to make you feel merry and bright.
POST-SHOW DISCUSSION WITH COSTUME DESIGNER LINDA PISANO
Friday, December 20, 2019 | Following the 7 PM performance
Stay after the performance for a post-show discussion with Costume Designer Linda Pisano, the designer behind the all-new costumes for A Christmas Carol. Pisano serves as chair of the Department of Theatre, Drama, and Contemporary Dance at IU Bloomington, where she is a professor of costume design. Hear about her inspiration and her design process for this exciting redesign.
MEET THE ARTIST
Saturday, December 21, 2019 | Performance at 1 PM
For the past six seasons, the IRT has collaborated with Kyle Ragsdale, one of Indianapolis' most prolific artists, to create our production artwork. Before the show, meet Kyle and have him sign your program or the coloring page he’s created just for IRT’s A Christmas Carol.
FAMILY PHOTOS
Saturday, December 21, 2019 | Performances at 4 PM & 7 PM
Grab your friends and family and have your holiday photo taken by our professional photographer. Photos will be taken from 5:30 to 7:00 PM and will be uploaded online for patrons to access and share.
TRADITIONS AND TALES
Sunday, December 22, 2019 | Performance at 1 PM
From 12:15 – 12:45 PM, children and their families are invited to take part in a special storytime about different winter holiday traditions. Listen to a reading of the classic Christmas tale, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, and share your own family traditions.
CAROL CAST AND AUTOGRAPHS
Monday, December 23, 2019 | Performance at 7 PM
Mingle and take photos with the cast of A Christmas Carol immediately after this performance. Bring your programs and get cast autographs!
REINDEER VISIT
Tuesday, December 24, 2019 | Performances at 1 PM & 4 PM
Santa’s elf and reindeer return to the IRT for another year! Visit the IRT from 2:30 to 4:00 PM and meet the duo that is sure to make you feel merry and bright.
SENSORY FRIENDLY PERFORMANCE
Thursday, December 26, 2019 | Performance at 1 PM
Sensory Friendly performances are designed to create a welcoming experience for all, including those with autism or other sensory sensitivities. Elements of this performance may be adapted to ensure the comfort of all of our audience members.
Stay tuned for additional details and more Holiday Hoopla events.
SCROOGE GIVES BACK
Join the Indiana Repertory Theatre for Scrooge Gives Back on November 8 from 11 – 2 PM at 140 W. Washington Street. This annual event allows our nonprofit the chance to support other nonprofits in Indy. The IRT invites the community to donate to the Versiti Blood Center of Indiana and The Salvation Army as they collect their most needed items this holiday season.
Donors will receive one free ticket to select A Christmas Carol performances and can purchase up to four additional tickets at 25% off. To receive this offer, donors must give blood to the Versiti Indiana Blood Center or donate items to The Salvation Army with a recommended donation value (or monetary gift) of $25.
Schedule an appointment here to donate blood, or simply email Courtney Howay at choway@versiti.org to schedule an appointment for you!
The Salvation Army will have an Angel Tree ready for adoptions, and be collecting items for "Forgotten Angels" who are not adopted this year. Most needed items include twin bedding, popular toys, children's clothing and shoes, and baby items (especially diapers).
Select A Christmas Carol performances include:
November 16 | Performance at 3 PM
November 23 | Performance at 3 PM
November 29 | Performance at 5 PM
November 30 | Performance at 3 PM
December 26 | Performance at 1 PM (Sensory Friendly Performance
