The Forgotten Carols in Show Low, AZ - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022 7:30pm

Touring since 1991, this timeless Christmas tradition brings to life the story of Constance Louise Chamberlain, a nurse who hasn’t laughed or cried in over 30 years. But that all changes when she meets, and cares for, a homeless man with dementia (Uncle John, as he likes to be called) who insists he’s been alive for over two thousand years. Uncle John recounts the story of Christ’s birth through these Forgotten Carols sung from the perspective of his “friends” the Inn Keeper, a Shepherd, Handel and others, taking Connie Lou on a life-altering journey. As Uncle John struggles to remember all the reasons why he feels compelled to share these unknown carols with his nurse, she discovers what her heart has forgotten about the true power and meaning of Christmas!

• Michael Young (Uncle John)
• Adrien Swenson (Connie Lou)
• Gili Getz (Dr. Halifax and the Narrator)
• Kyle Olsen (Mr. Rutherford, Uncle Ted, the Innkeeper and James Chamberlain)
• Christy Summerhays (Lily Chamberlain, Sarah)

Are there casting changes to the show in 2022?

• Due to major health issues, Michael McLean will not be part of this year’s performances. Depending on his health at the time of the show, Michael may be on stage in some capacity. We are, however, excited to have Michael Young, seasoned television and stage actor, returning from our limited run in 2021 to play the role of Uncle John.

What time do the doors open?

• Doors into the auditorium will open 30 minutes prior to show time. Doors to the lobby, the box office and merchandise sales will open 1 hour prior to show time.

How long is the show?

• 2 hours and 30 minutes with intermission.

Where do I park and enter the auditorium?

• The auditorium entrance faces south and is on the south side of the school. There are 2 parking lots on the south side that can be accessed from 200 W. and 100 S. (by the tennis courts). Traveling west on 100 S. there is a smaller parking lot on the east side of the auditorium and a larger one on the west side with overflow into the parking lot at the Jr. High. Please note that the main doors on the north side of the school will be locked during the performance. If you park in the lots on the north side, you will have to walk to the south side auditorium entrance.

Can I bring my nursing baby or young child to the show?

• The Forgotten Carols is recommended for ages 5 and older. If you choose to bring a slightly younger child, each person entering the hall must have a ticket. No children 2 and under, including babes-in-arms, will be allowed. In year’s past, the “no babes-in-arms” rule has not been strictly enforced. However, due to complaints, and more importantly, in order to provide a favorable experience for all attendees, we will be strictly enforcing this policy. Please make arrangements to leave all children 2 and under at home. And, please consider the ability of a 3 or 4-year-old to quietly enjoy the show before purchasing a ticket for him/her. We want The Forgotten Carols to be a family event, when the time is right for our young friends to join.

Do you have ASL interpreters for any of The Forgotten Carols shows?

• In some venues, we can arrange ASL interpreters upon request. These are at the Dee Events Center in Ogden, UT and at the UCCU Center in Orem, UT. If you need ASL services, please attend one of these performances. Also, requests must be submitted at least 2 weeks in advance. After that time, we cannot guarantee that we can accommodate the request.

Do you offer hearing assistance devices at any Forgotten Carols shows?

• No, we do not offer these devices.

If I can not use my ticket, can I get a refund?

• We do not offer refunds on ticket purchases. You are welcome to transfer your ticket to another person.

• If a show is cancelled by the artist due to illness or inclement weather, you will receive a refund for your ticket purchase. If the show, however, runs as scheduled and you choose not to attend because of weather conditions, you will not receive a refund. Note that shows are very rarely cancelled.

Are there discounts available for children, military or seniors?

• There are no military, senior or child discounts for The Forgotten Carols. Only group discounts.

Are group discounts available for The Forgotten Carols?

• Yes, our group discount rate is 15% off when a patron purchases 10 tickets for the same show in one order. BEFORE YOU PLACE THE ORDER ONLINE, please send an email to [email protected] to receive an automatic response with the detailed instructions, the group code, etc. Please note that it can take a few minutes for the auto response to come back to your email but it will show up with all the information you need to obtain the group discount when you place your order. Also note that no one monitors this account so if you have issues or need to communicate with us, you will need to email us at [email protected].

Will Forgotten Carols merchandise be available at the performance?

• Yes, tour exclusive merchandise and select Forgotten Carols items will be available before the show, during intermission and after the show. Note that lines are shorter before the show and the lobby opens 1 hour prior to the show start time.

How can I receive behind the scenes information?

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How do I contact The Forgotten Carols Customer Service Team?

• You may either email us at [email protected] OR you may call 385-461-8338. Please remember that we have a very small Customer Service team, with minimal and varied hours. If you will send your email or leave a voice mail, someone from our team will get back to you within 24 hours (excluding Saturdays and Sundays). Your business is important to us and we will make every effort to get back to you as soon as we can. Thank you for your patience with our team and thank you for your support of The Forgotten Carols!

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