Drury Lane Children's Theatre Closes A CHRISTMAS CAROL 12/18

A Christmas Carol, a dazzling annual holiday tradition entertaining thousands of children and families each year, will be presented from November 18 through December 18 at Drury Lane Theatre, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois, 60181. The timeless classic is directed by Scott Calcagno and features a cast of top Chicago actors. Drury Lane Theatre also offers families the special opportunity to have breakfast or dinner with Santa Claus on select performance dates, with a festive buffet-style menu complete with seasonal favorites. This all-time favorite play with music is an exhilarating opportunity to introduce children to the arts.

A Christmas Carol tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly old man who receives a Christmas Eve visit from the ghost of his old business partner, Jacob Marley, warning him to mend his ways. During the night, three spirits appear before Scrooge showing him visions of Christmas Past, Christmas Present, and Christmas Future to reveal the results of his selfish life. Scrooge promises to redeem himself and vows to honor the spirit of Christmas with all his heart, spreading good cheer, kindness and generosity to everyone he encounters.

Dinner with Santa is offered on Wednesday, December 15 at 5:30 p.m., with the performance at 7:30 p.m. The dinner package price for adults is $32.50 and $22.25 for children 12 and under. A breakfast buffet is offered on Saturday, November 27, and December 4, 11 and 18 at 11:30 a.m., with the performance at 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. The breakfast buffet package price for adults is $24.50 and $21.25 for children 12 and under.

Drury Lane Theatre's family-friendly menu will include breakfast favorites such as Scrambled Eggs, Tater Tots and Oatmeal. The dinner menu features fun items including Sliced Sirloin of Beef, Chicken Tenders, Roast Turkey with Stuffing and more.

Regular performances are at 10:00 a.m. Certain performances at 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. are scheduled (call the box office for specific details). Performances will take place every day except November 20, 21, 24, 25, 28, and 30 and December 5, 6 and 12. Show only tickets are available for $12 and a group rate of $10 per person is available for parties of 20 or more. For reservations, phone (630) 530-0111. You may also visit www.ticketmaster.com or www.drurylaneoakbrook.com.