Christmas Spirits
Ben Cozic, staff writer
“You will be haunted,” said the Ghost, “by three spirits.”
“I-I think I’d rather not,” said Scrooge.
“Expect the first to-morrow, when the bell tolls one,” said the Ghost.
“Couldn’t I take ‘em all at once, and have it over, Jacob?” replied Scrooge.
Many people traditionally have read A Christmas Carol throughout the years. But what makes it so interesting that it brings people in? Is it the spooky atmosphere? The compelling characters? Or is it the overall uplifting message it has by the end of the story? The answer to this question is all of it.
A Christmas Carol continues to be one of the best holiday stories ever told because of how the story is presented, how the characters interact with each other, and how the message relates to the overall themes of the holiday, which are charity and goodwill.
Published in December 1843, A Christmas Carol was written by British writer Charles Dickens, who was also well known for creating other works like Oliver Twist and A Tale of Two Cities.
A Christmas Carol tells the motivational but harrowing tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, a bitter old man who despises Christmas and everything that comes with it. One night, he is visited by the tormented ghost of his business partner, Jacob Marley, and is told that he will be visited by three spirits who will try to convince Scrooge to change his ways or else he will end up the same as Marley. People today praise the story for its simple but effective story-telling, writing, and characters as well as the overall message of the story. “God bless us everyone!” said Tiny Tim.
On Dec. 2, PVCC will host a one-man performance of A Christmas Carol, featuring actor John Hardy. Writing and directing over one hundred productions and plays, Hardy is well-known for his one-man performances as he performs each character, and plays with the skill of a master.
Admission is $10 for adults and $8 for seniors and students and the play takes place in the Main Stage Theatre in the Dickinson building. If students have a valid PVCC ID, then they are able to obtain a voucher that can be turned in for two free tickets. Vouchers are available at the reception desk at the South entrance to the Main Building Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
