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        • YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN
        • EVITA
        • 42ND STREET
        • A CHRISTMAS CAROL '17
      • 2018 SEASON >
        • MAME
        • PETER PAN
        • MAMMA MIA!
        • JEKYLL & HYDE
        • HAIRSPRAY
        • A CHRISTMAS CAROL '18
      • 2019 SEASON >
        • OKLAHOMA!
        • Disney's FREAKY FRIDAY
        • JERSEY BOYS
        • SUNSET BOULEVARD
        • THE BODYGUARD
        • A CHRISTMAS CAROL '19
      • 2021 SEASON >
        • MAMMA MIA! - 2021 ENCORE
        • A CHRISTMAS CAROL - 30th ANNUAL PRODUCTION
      • 2022 SEASON >
        • SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE
        • Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA
        • BUDDY - THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY
        • LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
        • KINKY BOOTS
        • A CHRISTMAS CAROL - 31st Annual Production
      • 2023 SEASON >
        • BEAUTIFUL: The Carole King Musical
        • THE SOUND OF MUSIC
        • ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE
        • THE FULL MONTY
        • ELVIS: A Musical Revolution
        • A CHRISTMAS CAROL 2023
      • 2024 SEASON >
        • JERSEY BOYS - 2024 ENCORE PRODUCTION
        • FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
        • Disney's FROZEN
        • TOOTSIE
        • MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
        • TITANIC The Musical
        • A CHRISTMAS CAROL - 35th ANNIVERSAY PRODUCTION
      • 2025 SEASON >
        • THE SHARK IS BROKEN
        • WAITRESS
        • THE WIZARD OF OZ
        • GREASE
        • RENT
        • THE CHER SHOW
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2026 School Shows  |  BOOK BY PHONE: 978.232.7200
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STUDY GUIDE
A CHRISTMAS CAROL 2025

TUE, December 9 • 10am
THUR, December 11 • 10am
FRI, December 12 • 10am  - SOLD OUT!
TUE, December 16 • 10am   - SOLD OUT!
WED, December 17 • 10am  - SOLD OUT!
THUR, December 18 • 10am - SOLD OUT!

TICKETS: ALL SEATS $25
Running Time: Approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes  (Including intermission)
Recommended age: Grades 6–12.

New England’s brightest holiday tradition! An original adaptation based on Charles Dickens’ classic novella, A CHRISTMAS CAROL is a musical ghost story following the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge through a series of strange and magical journeys, where he ultimately discovers the true spirit of the holiday season. Featuring dazzling special effects and traditional songs like “God Rest Ye Merry Gentleman,” “The Boar's Head Carol,” and “We Wish You A Merry Christmas,” this award-winning production was created specifically for North Shore Music Theatre and has been seen by more than one million people since its debut in 1989.

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HAMLET
Presented by Shakespeare & Company

WED, March 4 • 10am   
THUR, March 5  • 10am 
FRI, March 6  • 10am   

TICKETS: ALL SEATS $15
​Running Time: 1 hour and 30 Minutes (No intermission)

Recommended age: Grades 7–12.

This abridged production unleashes the dark, powerful tale of William Shakespeare’s HAMLET, a story steeped in mystery, revenge, and agonizing choices about truth and loyalty. When Hamlet discovers that his uncle murdered his father and seized the crown, he is thrust into a quest that forces him to confront immense questions about justice and truth.

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SEUSSICAL
THEATRE OR YOUNG AUDIENCES

WED, March 17 • 10am   
WED, March 18 • 10am   
THUR, March 19  • 10am 
FRI, March 20  • 10am   

TICKETS: ALL SEATS $15
​Running Time: 1 hour (No intermission)

Recommended age: 5 and up

SEUSSICAL: THEATRE FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES VERSION brings to life a vibrant world filled with beloved Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, and imaginative young Jojo. Their colorful adventures sweep audiences from the Jungle of Nool to the tiny, hidden world of the Whos. Guided by the mischievous Cat in the Hat, the story centers on Horton, who must protect the Whos and guard Mayzie’s abandoned egg despite ridicule and danger. With themes of loyalty, friendship, and believing in yourself, SEUSSICAL: THEATRE FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES VERSION offers whimsical, heartwarming fun for the whole family.

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STUDY GUIDE
A CHRISTMAS CAROL 2026 

TUE, December 8 • 10am
THUR, December 10 • 10am
FRI, December 11 • 10am   
TUE, December 15 • 10am    
WED, December 16 • 10am   
THUR, December 17 • 10am 

TICKETS: ALL SEATS $25
Running Time: Approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes  (Including intermission)
Recommended age: Grades 6–12.

New England’s brightest holiday tradition! An original adaptation based on Charles Dickens’ classic novella, A CHRISTMAS CAROL is a musical ghost story following the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge through a series of strange and magical journeys, where he ultimately discovers the true spirit of the holiday season. Featuring dazzling special effects and traditional songs like “God Rest Ye Merry Gentleman,” “The Boar's Head Carol,” and “We Wish You A Merry Christmas,” this award-winning production was created specifically for North Shore Music Theatre and has been seen by more than one million people since its debut in 1989.

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    • A CHRISTMAS CAROL (2025)
    • CONCERTS & EVENTS
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    • SCHOOL SHOWS
    • Out at the North Shore
    • PAST MUSICALS >
      • 2016 SEASON >
        • FUNNY GIRL
        • MARY POPPINS
        • SINGIN' IN THE RAIN
        • SPAMALOT
        • WEST SIDE STORY
        • A CHRISTMAS CAROL '16
      • 2017 SEASON >
        • THE MUSIC MAN
        • Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
        • YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN
        • EVITA
        • 42ND STREET
        • A CHRISTMAS CAROL '17
      • 2018 SEASON >
        • MAME
        • PETER PAN
        • MAMMA MIA!
        • JEKYLL & HYDE
        • HAIRSPRAY
        • A CHRISTMAS CAROL '18
      • 2019 SEASON >
        • OKLAHOMA!
        • Disney's FREAKY FRIDAY
        • JERSEY BOYS
        • SUNSET BOULEVARD
        • THE BODYGUARD
        • A CHRISTMAS CAROL '19
      • 2021 SEASON >
        • MAMMA MIA! - 2021 ENCORE
        • A CHRISTMAS CAROL - 30th ANNUAL PRODUCTION
      • 2022 SEASON >
        • SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE
        • Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA
        • BUDDY - THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY
        • LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
        • KINKY BOOTS
        • A CHRISTMAS CAROL - 31st Annual Production
      • 2023 SEASON >
        • BEAUTIFUL: The Carole King Musical
        • THE SOUND OF MUSIC
        • ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE
        • THE FULL MONTY
        • ELVIS: A Musical Revolution
        • A CHRISTMAS CAROL 2023
      • 2024 SEASON >
        • JERSEY BOYS - 2024 ENCORE PRODUCTION
        • FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
        • Disney's FROZEN
        • TOOTSIE
        • MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
        • TITANIC The Musical
        • A CHRISTMAS CAROL - 35th ANNIVERSAY PRODUCTION
      • 2025 SEASON >
        • THE SHARK IS BROKEN
        • WAITRESS
        • THE WIZARD OF OZ
        • GREASE
        • RENT
        • THE CHER SHOW
    • PAST CONCERTS
  • BUY ONLINE
  • AUDITIONS
  • BOX OFFICE
    • HOURS & INFO
    • TICKET & PACKAGE INFO >
      • SINGLE TICKET PRICES
      • 5-SHOW SUBSCRIPTIONS
      • 3-SHOW TRIO PACKAGE
      • VIP UPGRADES
    • GROUP TICKETS (10+)
    • E- GIFT CERTIFICATES
    • TICKET DONATION REQUEST
    • PROMOTIONS
    • ACCESSIBILITY
    • DIRECTIONS & PARKING
    • SEATING
    • EMAIL CLUB
    • 2025 BROCHURES
  • EDUCATION
    • OVERVIEW
    • ADULT CLASSES
    • KIDS & TEENS - Winter 2026 Weekly Classes
    • Youth Performance Festival 2026
    • SUMMER INTENSIVES 2026
    • FAQ
  • FOOD
    • CONCESSIONS & BAR
    • GARDEN BISTRO GRILL
  • ABOUT
    • ABOUT NSMT >
      • Land Acknowledgement
    • WHO'S WHO
    • PRESS
    • CORPORATE PARTNERS
    • EMPLOYMENT
    • AUDITIONS 2025 >
      • NYC AUDITIONS
      • LOCAL AUDITIONS
    • HISTORY OF NSMT
  • CONTACT
    • CONTACT NSMT
    • CONTACT BILL HANNEY DIRECTLY