Experience the magic of the holiday season with Gerald Charles Dickens, the great-great-grandson of literary legend Charles Dickens, as he brings to life the timeless tale of "A Christmas Carol" at Cambria Pines Lodge.

Step into the enchanting world of Victorian England during this exclusive matinee performance, marking Gerald Charles Dickens' only West Coast appearance of 2025. Perfect for families, this captivating show will immerse you in the heartwarming story of redemption and the true spirit of Christmas.

Light snacks and refreshments are available for purchase as you enjoy this unforgettable performance. And don't miss the chance to meet Gerald Charles Dickens himself after the show, where you can receive his signature and perhaps a personal anecdote or two.

Secure your tickets now for an unforgettable holiday experience that will leave you filled with joy and the warmth of the season!

The show takes place in the outdoor Amphitheater at Cambria Pines Lodge, please dress for the weather. Blankets and seating pads are encouraged.

Make it an overnight getaway and save 20% on your room at Cambria Pines Lodge:

Cambria Pines Lodge is offering a special discount for guests who purchase "A Christmas Carol" tickets. This discount must be booked online with code DICKENS. Offer is valid only on nights of the show (November 14, 15 & 16, '25). Proof of tickets must be shown at check-in.

About the Show:

During his energetic one-man show, Gerald Dickens conjures "A Christmas Carol" with just a table, wing chair and hat rack accompanying him on stage. As he leaps, sobs, and laughs, 26 characters of the classic tale are brought vividly to life. Gerald has created different postures and voices for each character, achieving this so adeptly that the audience has no doubt about “who is who,” so to speak. Bob Byers, President of Byers’ Choice Ltd., says, “It’s a wonderful show - a great family tradition - the best way I know of to kick off the holiday season.”

About the Actor:

Gerald Charles Dickens is an actor and producer hailing from Oxford, England. He bears more than a passing resemblance to his famous ancestor, who originally toured the U.S. in 1867 reading his literary works before spellbound audiences. Historians report that "A Christmas Carol" was Charles' favorite piece to perform. According to Gerald, his great-great-grandfather adored theater and initially wanted to be an actor but pursued writing as a career for practical purposes. For many years Gerald says that he himself “avoided anything to do with Dickens like the plague.” But in 1993, when a friend asked him to do a reading of "A Christmas Carol" on its 150th anniversary of publication to help raise money for a historical restoration project, he couldn’t turn him down. To Gerald's surprise, he enjoyed doing it and has been delighting audiences around the world with his rendition ever since.

Gerald Charles Dickens presents "A Christmas Carol" Matinee , Nov. 14th