The Update | Improv Comedy Show Based on ‘A Christmas Carol’
COLUMBIANA, Ohio – The local improv comedy troupe Double I will present the family-friendly production “An Impromptu Christmas Carol” this weekend at the Best Western Plus Dutch Haus Inn.
The shows will be at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Dec. 6-7.
“An Impromptu Christmas Carol” is a partly scripted, partly improvised retelling of Dickens’ classic story.
Much of what will happen on stage by the eight-person cast will be determined by suggestions from the audience, making each performance unique.
Before the show begins, audience members will be asked 35 questions that will determine how that evening’s show will be presented. Based on the suggestions, Scrooge’s business might be a gymnastic school; Tiny Tim’s affliction might be athlete’s foot; and the Ghost of Christmas Past might be Julius Caesar.
Tickets are $17 for one show or $30 for both nights and can be purchased at the door or in advance HERE.
Eight local amateur actors make up the troupe.
Double I is part of Indigo Family Theater, a nonprofit organization that offers wholesome plays, musicals, improv and other avenues of entertainment.
Handel’s Introduces Christmas Flavor
CANFIELD, Ohio – Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream has introduced a new flavor for the Christmas season: Gingerbread Cookie.
The flavor will be available at all Handel’s locations while supplies last. It features creamy, spiced gingerbread flavored ice cream swirled with crunchy gingersnap cookie pieces.
Artists Will Attend Trees at the Gallery
WARREN, Ohio – Artists showing works in the annual Trees at the Gallery holiday marketplace at Trumbull Art Gallery will greet visitors Saturday, Dec. 7, and Dec. 14.
Trees at the Gallery is a curated walk-through show and sale with a variety of displays showcasing unique gift items handcrafted by 27 local artists, including jewelry, holiday decor and more.
Admission to the gallery, 158 N. Park Ave., downtown, is free.
The event includes raffles for a decorated tree and an assortment of handcrafted ornaments.
Walk-It Night at Joy of Christmas Light Show
COLUMBIANA, Ohio – The Joy of Christmas light show at Firestone Park will feature Walk-It Night on Thursday, Dec. 5, from 6 to 9 p.m.
Guests will be able to take in the typically drive-thru exhibition on foot.
The Joy of Christmas features more than 1 million lights strung on 90-plus displays, as well as the activities in the Gingerbread House and Santa’s Ice Castle. Admission is $5 per person (season passes not valid on Walk-It Night). Cars will not be permitted. Parking will be available in the swimming pool lot. Guests should allot two hours to complete the walk and show.
Winter Camp for Kids at the JCC
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – The Jewish Community Center of Youngstown, 505 Gypsy Lane, is offering a winter camp for students in grades K-5 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 18 through Jan. 3.
Kids will enjoy arts and crafts, science experiments, swimming, recreational activities and more. Morning and afternoon snacks will be provided, but students must bring a packed lunch. The cost is $40 per day or $400 for all 11 days. The winter camp is closed on weekends, Dec. 25 and Jan. 1.
Registration is required by Dec. 14. Register HERE.
Columbiana Holiday Home Tour
COLUMBIANA, Ohio – The Columbiana Women’s Club’s annual holiday home tour will take place from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 7 and 8, at five local homes.
Guests can enjoy coffee, tea and cookies at the clubhouse, 121 N. Main St., and a self-guided tour of four additional area homes that will be decorated for the holidays.
Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at the club house or in advance at Willows by Wehr, 702 E. Park Ave., and Sitler the Printer, 707 E. Park Ave.
Pictured at top: The cast of Double I’s “An Impromptu Christmas Carol” is Annie Moore, Dan Hudock, Mike Benner, Brad Smith, Brian Berlin, Athena Tausch, Tina Duster and Jessica Willard.
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