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\"\"This year\u2019s Theatre production at The Lights of Christmas<\/em>\u00a0is directed by Victoria Ritchey. Ritchey got her start in theatre in sixth grade when she played the title role in,\u00a0The Giggling Goblin<\/em>. Later she received formal theatre training from Washington State University and worked for Taproot Theatre Company in Seattle.<\/p>\n

Ritchey has written, directed and performed in productions at\u00a0The Lights of Christmas<\/em>. Her role as director allows her to grow and shape the production in a new way. She helps actors make discoveries and go deeper into the layers of their characters. She gets to provide a compelling story for the audience with detail and care while using her creative abilities to help tell a story that will inspire her audience.<\/p>\n

According to Ritchey, every part of the production from costuming to talent helps tell the story. Her hope is that the show evokes emotion for the audience and a hope for redemption and forgiveness. \u201cThinking about the audience receiving the play inspires me. I always have the attitude that we are preparing a gift. Not only is the message important, but the details, quality and accuracy are important. We want the audience to take home a happy memory.\u201d<\/p>\n

Ritchey\u2019s dedication to effective storytelling and audience experience is sure to make this year\u2019s production a hit!<\/p>\n

Join us for\u00a0A Christmas Carol\u2026More or Less<\/em>, written by Stefano LoVerso and Mary Irey.<\/p>\n

Choose from Dinner Theatre or Sunday Dessert Matinee on select nights November 30-December 22. For reservations and information visit\u00a0https:\/\/www.thelightsofchristmas.com\/holiday-theatre<\/a>\u00a0or call 800.228.6724.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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