A Charlie Brown Christmas

by Charles M. Schulz, Based on the television special by Bill Melendez and Lee Mendelson, Stage Adaptation by Eric Schaeffer, By Special Arrangement with Arthur Whitelaw and Ruby Persson

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The all-ages holiday tradition is back! Charlie Brown is depressed by the never-ending commercialism surrounding the holidays. Thankfully, Linus is there to help him find the true meaning of Christmas in this musical adaptation of the cartoon classic.

Cast
Lucy – Karin Terry
Linus – Rhys Daly
Sally – Caitlin Sarwono
Schroeder – Justin Tran
Snoopy – Tessa “Cricket” James
Frieda – Chloe Michele
Pig Pen – Jeremy Steckler
Charlie Brown – Rolando Cardona

Understudies
Charlie Brown, Linus, Schroeder, & Pig Pen – Elijah Spreier
Sally, Frieda, Lucy, & Snoopy – Juliette Jones

Production
Director – Jes Spencer
Music Director – Justin Tran
Co-Scenic Design – Richard Lorig
Co-Scenic Design and Sound Design – Mark Lund
Costume Design – Sarah Burch Gordon
Lighting Design – Tucker Goodman
Choreographer – Charlie Johnson
Stage Manager – TBA

Dates and Times

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Run Dates: December 5 – 28, 2024
Run Time: 40 minutes with no intermission.

Tickets

Price: $7–$30, all general admission.
Ticket information: Click here for Matinee, PWYC, and other ticketing details.

Advisory

Age Rec: All ages!
Sensitivity Note: Coming soon.
Public Health: Click here for health and safety policies.

Further Reading

Study Guide: To come.
Read the Program: To come.

Special Dates

Sensory Friendly performances on December 7 and 26 at 4 pm.
What is a Sensory Friendly performance?
Each Sensory Friendly performance incorporates modifications to accommodate audiences with sensory needs, such as increased lighting in the seating area and house throughout the performance; lower sound levels; a smaller audience to allow for more space and movement between patrons; the use of tablets, smartphones and other electronic devices can be used with headphones during the performance; options to bring in and use special seating devices as needed; fidget toys are welcome.
A sensory guide to the theater will be available beginning November 1.
Christmas Cosplay Night: December 13
You are invited to dress as your favorite holiday character. Whether it’s Mrs. Claus or Clark Griswold, Charlie Brown or Cindy Lou Who, this is your night to wear Christmas on your sleeve!

Photos from Taproot's 2023 production: