Krampus Claus

Many years ago, Krampus, the legendary Christmas demon, faced down and defeated the greatest evil he’s ever known: St. Nicholas, who had begun gorging himself on naughty children. But now, an ill wind is blowing, the chains that bind Nicholas are weakening, and a final reckoning must come between Krampus and the forces of darkness.

Krampus Claus by Sean P. Mette

10 Roles (Some roles could be doubled)

75-85 minutes

Note: Although the original production was developed as a radio drama, Krampus Claus could be performed as a fully staged show.

 

Cast: Krampus Nicholas Ulbrecht Orla Aisling Cahira Frau Perchta Cherobag Bertram Munster

This production also includes appearances by the Jólakötturinn (Yule Cat), Mari Lwyd (Welsh Christmas Spirit) and Wolpertinger (Germanic Folklore Creature). In an audio performance, these creatures can appear audibly. As a fully staged production, puppetry is suggested for these creatures.

 
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Press

  • 10 local holiday shows you can watch from ho-ho-home (David Lyman, Cincinnati Enquirer)

  • Know Theatre Stages New 'Krampus Claus' Radio Play — Where St. Nicholas is the Bad Guy (City Beat Cincinnati)

  • Top 5 things to do in Cincinnati this weekend: Dec. 18-20 (Cincinnati.com)

  • 8 Cincinnati holiday shows you can enjoy online (Sarah McCosham, Southwest Ohio Parent Magazine/Cincinnati Parent Magazine)

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Original Production Cast

Krampus - James Creque Nicholas - Abe Goldfarb Ulbrecht/Munster- Jared Earland Orla - Kate Stark Aisling - Kearston Hawkins-Johnson Cahira - Zoe Rose Davidson Frau Perchta - Kate Mock Elliot Cherobag - Adam Tran Bertram - Andrew Hungerford

Directed by Liz Carman

Krampus Claus was first produced by the Know Theatre of Cincinnati and as part of their Radio Know Programming in December 2020.

Watch Original Cast Talk Back Session