Connection. Inspiration. Transformation.
One ghost. One day. A heartwarming journey
to save a soul and maybe find his own.
Directed by Marie Tjernlund
December 5 - 21, 2025
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
Jacob Marley is, indeed, quite dead. But his story doesn’t end there. In a twist of fate, he’s given 24 hours to help his old business partner, Ebenezer Scrooge, discover the true meaning of kindness and generosity. If he fails, Marley will be bound forever by the chains he forged through a lifetime of greed and neglect. With the help of a spirited and mischievous guide, Marley sets off on a whirlwind journey through memories, mischief, and maybe even a few miracles. It’s a tale of redemption, friendship, and the magic of second chances. ​
Presented as Readers Theatre, this production is family friendly, however it is best suited for an audience age of 7 and up. There are moments of intensity that may be unsettling to sensitive and/or smaller children. No language or sensual situations. ​​​
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December 5 - 21, 2025
Dukesbay Theatre | 508 6th Ave | Tacoma
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2pm
Pay What You Can Performance, Dec 13 at 2pm
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TICKETS: $15 adult | $5 student/child
Pay What You Can: Suggested donation $5
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ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE
The Dukesbay Theater is located in the historic Merlino Art Building on 6th Avenue near downtown Tacoma. The exterior entrance to the building is on the second floor. There is no elevator. Patrons must be able to climb a staircase to the third floor to access the venue.
Dukesbay Theatre 508 6th Ave, Tacoma
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Event and Ticket Details
TICKET POLICIES
All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. ​Online tickets are purchased through Brown Paper Tickets and require a credit or debit card to complete. Credit/debit card orders carry a convenience fee per ticket added to the grand total. Tickets purchased online may be printed at home, accessed digitally, or placed at Will Call on the evening of the performance. Tickets at Will Call must be claimed by 10 minutes prior to curtain. In the event of no-show or late arrival of a patron, tickets may be resold to another patron waiting on stand-by. Tickets may be purchased at the door on the day of the performance by credit/debit card, Google Pay, Apple Pay, Venmo or cash.
PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN PERFORMANCE
The suggested minimum donation is $5. PWYC tickets can be purchased online or at the door. Limit 4 tickets per order.
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RUSH TICKETS
Regularly priced tickets at 50% off are available 30 minutes prior to show time, in person purchase only. Subject to availability.
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NO ASSIGNED SEATING / LATE SEATING POLICY
All seats are first-come, first-served. Exterior doors to the Merlino Building open 45 minutes to an hour prior to the show. Interior/theatre doors open for seating 30 minutes prior to curtain. Late arrivals will be seated at the discretion of the ushering staff to minimize disruption to other patrons. Exterior doors to the Merlino Arts Building will be closed 15 minutes after the beginning of the performance (no entry).
ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE
The Dukesbay Theatre is located at 508 6th Avenue, Tacoma in the historic Merlino Arts Building. The exterior entrance to the building is on the 2nd floor (6th Ave). There is no elevator or wheelchair access. Patrons must be able to climb a staircase to the third floor to access the venue.
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NO SMOKING / NO VAPING / NO FOOD OR BEVERAGES
The Merlino Arts Building and Dukesbay Theatre are non-smoking, non-vaping facilities. Food and beverages are to be consumed only inside the Dukesbay Theatre.
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MASK POLICY
Masks are optional for this performance, and we warmly encourage patrons who wish to wear one for their comfort and safety to bring one along.
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For more information
Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol by Tom Mula is presented by special arrangement with the Dramatists Play Service.