There's a New Scrooge in Town with Chris Bloch in LYRIC'S A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Now thru 12/28

There is much anticipation as Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma prepares to present its holiday tradition, LYRIC'S A CHRISTMAS CAROL presented by Devon Energy, for the third year, today, November 29 through December 28 at the Plaza Theatre. Lyric will welcome, direct from Washington, D.C.'s Ford's Theatre's production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL, nationally-acclaimed actor Chris Bloch in the role of Ebenezer Scrooge. Boasting an impressive resume, Bloch is best known for his work as Bob Cratchit and Ebenezer Scrooge, as well as in LES MISERABLES, 1776, TV's "The West Wing" and much more.

"We are ecstatic to have Chris join the cast," said Michael Baron, Lyric's artistic director and director of the show. "This being the third year of the production, it is the perfect time to bring a fresh perspective into the character of Scrooge. Chris is a superb actor and we are excited for Oklahoma audiences to see him on stage for the first time."

Bloch will not be the only new addition to the cast this year-Jennifer Teel will take on the role of The Ghost of Christmas Past. Returning, outstanding cast members include: Tom Huston Orr as Bob Cratchit, Matthew Alvin Brown as Fred/Young Scrooge, Mandy Jiran as The Ghost of Christmas Present, Tommy Cunningham as Jacob Marley/Mr. Fezziwig, Susan Riley as Mrs. Cratchit, Mat Govich as the Solicitor/Undertaker, Lexi Windsor as Mrs. Fred, Melissa Griffith as Belle, Brenda Williams as Mrs. Dilber, Charlie Monnot as Topper and two casts of talented local children, many of who attend Lyric's ThElma Gaylord Academy. In a special appearance, Vince Leseney will take over the role of Bob Cratchit December 26 through 28.

Tickets for LYRIC'S A CHRISTMAS CAROL are now on sale. To purchase, call (405) 524-9312, visit LyricTheatreOKC.com or stop by Lyric's box office at 1727 NW 16th Street in Oklahoma City.

About Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma Founded in 1963, Lyric is Oklahoma's leading professional theatre company. For 50 years, Lyric has produced classic and contemporary musicals and plays featuring both nationally known Broadway stars and local favorites. Lyric produces four large-scale, fully orchestrated musicals at the Civic Center Music Hall each summer, as well as four smaller works at the Plaza Theatre during the spring, fall and winter. Lyric's ThElma Gaylord Academy is a professional training ground for students ages 5-18 offering classes in all aspects of musical theatre. Academy students have the opportunity to perform in two full-scale productions each year on the Plaza Theatre stage. For more information visit LyricTheatreOKC.com.

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