This dramatization by The Colonial Radio Theatre on the Air presents four classic holiday tales by the great Charles Dickens, complete with a full cast, music, and sound effects. In “The Chimes,” the spirits of the steeple bells appear to take Toby Veck on a New Year’s Eve journey during which he discovers all that he has to be grateful for. In “The Cricket on the Hearth," a cricket who chirps from the hearth of John and Dot Peerybingle appears to have supernatural powers and restores faith to the people. A gentleman traveling on Christmas Eve tells a story about a soldier who finds the true meaning of forgiveness and redemption in “The Seven Poor Travellers.” Finally, The Colonial Radio Theatre on the Air’s lush production of the immortal family favorite, A Christmas Carol, will enchant listeners for years to come.