Here are some of the area productions of the beloved Charles Dickens classic tale:
Larry Yando returns as Ebenezer Scrooge in the annual Goodman Theatre staging that has become a holiday tradition. Nov. 17-Dec. 30 at Goodman Theatre, 170 N. Dearborn, $25-$119.
“Q Brothers Christmas Carol”: A hip-hop reinterpretation of the holiday classic. Nov. 20-Dec. 31 at The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare at Navy Pier, 800 E. Grand, $30-$52.

Larry Yando stars as Scrooge in Goodman Theatre’s production of “A Christmas Carol,” directed by Henry Wishcamper. | Liz Lauren
Liz Lauren
A music and dance filled staging of the holiday classic. Nov. 23-Dec. 22 at Drury Lane Theatre for Young Audiences, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace, $13.
William J. Norris’ adaptation of Charles Dickens classic ghost story. Nov. 23-25 at College of DuPage Theater at McAninch Arts Center, 425 Fawell, Glen Ellyn, $14, $16.
Celebrate the holidays with Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob Cratchit and three magical ghosts. Nov. 29-Dec. 24 at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell, Arlington Heights, $15, $30.
Need more suggestions for holiday fun? Check out our complete Holiday Entertainment Guide.