Dickens’ message of the necessity of kindness, generosity, love, and forgiveness to the preservation of one’s sanity and fullness of their soul is beautifully repackaged and presented with laughter, heart, relevance, and relatability to today’s audiences. … The Keegan Theatre’s production of An Irish Carol is an original take on an old holiday favorite, and an excellent addition to anyone’s list of traditions this time of year. The play successfully carries Dickens’ intended allegory of valuing what is most important in life, which are people and relationships, as opposed to money or property, which is a beautiful lesson to take away from what has been a difficult year for so many.