Dickens dinners at the Grain Exchange

After seeing “A Christmas Carol” in the afternoon on Dec. 22 and 23, playgoers can experience a Dickens dinner at the Grain Exchange downtown.

The 2 p.m. matinee performances of Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas story take place at the Pabst Theater, 144 E. Wells St. The play ends about 4:30.

At 6 p.m., the dinners by Bartolotta Catering will begin in the historical Grain Exchange, 225 E. Michigan St.

Carolers will provide entertainment at the three-course dinners, which include a salad, prime rib and cherry chocolate bread pudding. Dinners also include unlimited beer, wine and soda; a cash bar will be available. 

Each attendee also will receive a commemorative Christmas ornament.

Tickets are $95 for diners 13 and older, and $45 for children 12 and younger. The price includes tax and tip.

Reserve seats at the dinner by going to bartolottas.com/events or by calling (414) 727-6980.

Tickets to the play must be bought separately; prices start at $40, or $35 for seniors and $20 for students. They're available at milwaukeerep.com.

— Carol Deptolla