A star-studded holiday event is bringing some of Hollywood’s biggest names together for a good cause!
The Ed Asner Family Center is presenting a special live reading of A Christmas Carol on Thursday, December 17, 2026, at the Garry Marshall Theatre in Burbank, California.
Bryan Cranston will take on the iconic role of Ebenezer Scrooge in the holiday classic. Joining him for the special event are Jean Smart as the Ghost of Christmas past, and Noah Wyle as Fred.
Former Dancing With the Stars host Tom Bergeron will Narrate while Love On the Spectrum star Connor Tomlinson takes on the role of Bob Cratchit.
Fans can experience the holiday magic in person at the Garry Marshall Theatre, where attendees can enjoy festive receptions and holiday gift bags. Those who cannot attend in person can watch the performance through a livestream from anywhere in the world.
Streaming presale tickets will be available for $20 from October 24 at noon through October 25 at noon Pacific time. Regular streaming tickets will cost $25.
Beyond the star power and holiday entertainment, the event supports an important mission. Every ticket purchased benefits The Ed Asner Family Center’s arts, mental health, social connection, and employment programs for neurodivergent individuals and their families.
With an impressive cast (including a budding, neurodivergent actor), a beloved holiday story, and a charitable cause at its heart, this special reading offers audiences a meaningful way to celebrate the season while giving back.
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