The Northeast Texas Community College Theatre Department will bring a festive dose of laughter and nostalgia to the Whatley Center for the Performing Arts with its upcoming production of A 1940s Christmas Carol. The show, written and directed by Dr. Page Petrucka, Professor of Theatre, runs November 13–15 at 7 p.m., with an additional matinee performance on Saturday, November 15 at 2 p.m.
Set in December 1940, the play follows the KFLG AM Radio cast in Kansas City, Kansas, as they prepare to perform the beloved holiday tale A Christmas Carol for their listeners. Just ten minutes before showtime, disaster strikes when they discover their sound engineer and equipment are missing. Forced to improvise, the cast scrambles to create sound effects from anything they can find, resulting in a fast-paced, hilarious performance that audiences of all ages will enjoy.
“I’m thrilled to bring this delightful show to the Whatley Center stage,” said Petrucka. “It’s a fun, heartwarming celebration of creativity, teamwork, and the joy of live performance—perfect for getting everyone into the holiday spirit.”
The cast features Justice “Grey” Duke as Charlie, LaDarrius Patterson as Hank, Rowdy Hogue as Ralphie, Emma Sanders as Lana, Jeffrey Bond as Rudy, Maddie Simmons as Shirley, and Kylie Brice as Patsy.
Tickets are $15 for adults (age 18 and older), $10 for NTCC employees, seniors (55+), and military members, and $5 for ages 4–17. NTCC students receive free admission with a valid student ID. Tickets may be purchased online at whatleycenter.com or at the Whatley Center box office on the day of the performance.
