# A Christmas Carol by Cleveland Play House at Allen Theatre > Event for families in the Cleveland area (OH). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Nov 28 – Dec 23 · 1:30 PM – 3:45 PM - Where: Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square, 1407 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115 - Ages: Ages 6 and up (Approx. 1 hour 45 minutes with intermission) - Price: Tickets starting at $30-$95; youth and student discounts available - Organizer: Cleveland Play House - Official page: https://www.clevelandplayhouse.com/shows/2026/a-christmas-carol - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/cleveland/activities/a-christmas-carol-by-cleveland-play-house-at-allen-theatre--listing-eba33217c9c73db6edc4372f ## About Cleveland Play House brings Charles Dickens' timeless holiday masterpiece A Christmas Carol to life on the historic Allen Theatre stage at Playhouse Square. This critically acclaimed production captures the essence of 19th-century Victorian London, following Ebenezer Scrooge on his transformative Christmas Eve journey guided by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. The show features captivating theatrical magic, including flying spirits, theatrical stage snowfall, sumptuous period costumes, rich lighting effects, and traditional English holiday carols. The heartwarming message of empathy, generosity, and familial love makes this professional theatrical production an inspiring annual holiday tradition for families with school-age children and teens. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Playhouse Square theaters feature accessible ramp entrances, elevators, and designated stroller check in the Allen Theatre lobby. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Spacious, accessible restrooms with changing tables on the main lobby level and mezzanine lounge. • Age Suitability: Recommended for ages 6 and older; some younger children may find the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come slightly intense. • Sensory Tips: The theatrical production utilizes atmospheric haze, stage lighting changes, and dramatic ghostly sound effects; booster seats are provided free of charge. ## Similar picks in Cleveland - [A Christmas Story House & Museum Thanksgiving Family Kickoff](https://grassyknees.com/cleveland/activities/a-christmas-story-house-and-museum-thanksgiving-family-kickoff--listing-4060e2d01e735926a35ceeb1) — Fri, Nov 27 · 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM · A Christmas Story House & Museum · All ages · From $18 · checked Nov 5. 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