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             The timely classic “A Christmas Carol” will be presented at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 1 in the Vern Riffe Center for the Arts at Shawnee State University, performed by the Nebraska Theatre Caravan from Omaha, Neb.
             The Nebraska Theatre Caravan was created in 1975 and was a joint project between the Omaha Community Playhouse and the Nebraska Arts Council. It was designed for professional performers to perform in Omaha and other states.
             The play is a celebrated version of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” and it was adapted for the stage by Charles Jones of the Omaha Community Playhouse.
             The story was written in 1843, and the setting of the play is during the Industrial Revolution.
             In the play, Ebenezer Scrooge receives visits from three different ghosts on Christmas Eve. The three ghosts are the ghost of Christmas past, the ghost of Christmas present and the ghost of Christmas future. These ghosts help him see the true spirit of Christmas.
             “The show has many special effects and will delight audience members of all ages,” said Carl Daehler executive director of the Vern Riffe Center. “We especially encourage children to come and if they wish, to wear their pajamas to the performance. They will have a great time.”
             Ticket prices are $24-34 with family and group discounts available. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact The McKinley Box Office (740) 351-3600. Tickets also are available for purchase at www.sopaa.org or at any Ticketmaster outlet. The play is sponsored by the Southern Ohio Medical Center.