The Little Theatre of Alexandria

What do you find appealing about your character and this show?   A Christmas Carol is a perennial   It’s a timely reminder of what might happen when more importance is placed on the quest for power and material wealth instead of family, friends, and others less fortunate.   I play the part of Mrs. Dilber, the laundress in the Ghost of Christmas Future scene. My character despises Scrooge and has no respect for him even death. She steals Scrooge’s bed curtains, blanket, and burial shirt right from under him and pawns them for a profit. She feels justified in her actions to take care of herself since Scrooge always took care of himself when he was alive, without regards to anyone else. I also have a supporting role as part of the ensemble in the Fezziwig party scene. favorite that’s become a tradition for many theatregoers during the holiday season. What have you learned about yourself in playing the role of Mrs. Dilber?   I’ve tried not to be too judgmental with my character.

My name is Natalie Cavender. I am a fourth grader and I go to George Mason Elementary School. I play the roles of Belle’s Child, Urchin, Want and Fezziwig Party Guest. This is my second show. My first show was last year’s A Christmas Carol. What do you find appealing about your character and this show? What I find appealing about my character Belle’s child is that she is a happy, sweet child showing Scrooge something he missed out on. What I find appealing about my character Urchin is that even though she is very poor and very young, she still tries to earn money or food for herself. What have you learned about yourself playing the role of Urchin? Playing the role of Urchin, I learned that if I really try I can learn to speak a different way than I usually do at home. What do you want the audience to take away from this show? I want people to take away from the show that Christmas is about family and friends and being kind, not only about presents. How long have yo