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Adapted by Philip Grecian from a story by Jean Shepherd 

Produced by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing of Woodstock, Illinois

Celebrate the holidays with Jean Shepherd’s classic tale, A Christmas Story! Join 9-year-old Ralphie Parker and his quest for the perfect Christmas gift: a Red Ryder BB gun!  Tongues on frozen lampposts, a department store Santa and an iconic leg lamp are all a part of the adventure. 

Based on Jean Shepherd's memoir of growing up in the Midwest in the 1940s, A Christmas Story is filled with nostalgia, humour and heart, and is perfect for families wanting to immerse themselves in the holiday spirit! 

Recommended for ages 6 and up – This is not an interactive production.  

December 5, 6, 11, 12, 13 ,18 and 19, 2025 at 8pm

December 7, 14 and 20, 2025 at 2pm

Friday, December 5, 2025 -  Opening Night Performance followed by a Reception

Sunday, December 7, 2025 - as part of the ACTCO Festival a public adjudication will follow this peformance.

 In the sprit of kindness and giving, Scarborough Players is also launching a food and gift drive on behalf of the Deacon's Cupboard at Christ Church Scarborough during A Christmas Story from December 5th to 20th, 2025. 

Scarborough Music Theatre will also be accepting donations during their Holiday Sing Along Cabaret on December 15th and 16th, 2025.

Patrons are encouraged to bring nonperishable food items, new toys and/or gift cards (for various ages) to the performance they are attending, to add to the donation bin. Deacon’s Cupboard has existed for over 20 years and assists those who need support to feed their families. Items most needed: canned meat/fish/soup/ beans/fruit/vegetables, dry and canned pasta, pasta sauce, dry cereal, instant oatmeal, instant noodles, mac-cheese, juice boxes, sealable sandwich bags to portion bulk foods like sugar and coffee, reusable shopping bags, new toys/puzzles/games and gift cards (maximum amount: $25). We thank you in advance for your kindness and contribution and hope to see you at the show!