Christmas is one of the biggest celebrations for the people belonging
to the Christian faith. Nevertheless, it would be incorrect to assume that it is only
celebrated among the followers of Christ. In fact, many non-Christians participate in the
festivities because they recognize that the spirit of faith, hope, peace, and charity,
which the season broadly represents, are things that the world could use a little more
of. To share this message - caroling, gift-giving, gathering and feasting with friends and
family all are celebration mainstays that add to the magic of the holiday season.
At such times, it is not unusual to find parties and
get-togethers that enlist the use of specialty entertainment to
help bring people together, as well as to reinforce the good
times, mystery and wonderment that the season provides. Indeed,
all of these ingredients, when combined, can create that special
Christmas atmosphere.
However, it should be noted that Christmas itself is not something everyone celebrates in the
same way. A simple look at the song "The Most Wonderful Time of the Year" reveals the line
"There'll be scary ghost stories and tales of the glories of Christmases long, long ago."
To some, this line seems out of context with the season, but it should not, as many people
look to it as a time to remember all of those who have passed on as well as a time of reflection
of ones personal past thoughts and actions as a way of repentance, contemplation and growth. If
truth be told, this idea is the basis of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol".
It would also be well to note that in Victorian times many Christmas activities
were more akin to that of Halloween celebrations than what is generally imagined.
It was not unusual back then that Christmas parties were capped off with the telling
of ghost stories and the holding of séances. Moreover, this tradition is still popular
in some areas of Europe, as these activities offer the group the chance to reconnect
to the past while contemplating the future.
In many circles within the United States, these activities are being re-discovered.
The ones who are re-instituting this activity for themselves and their party-goers
claim it brings with it a balance that most typical Christmas celebrations are lacking
and that is a chance to reflect on the past, counting the blessings one has.
Along with entertainment more widely accepted by today's standards as being appropriate
to the season, William Corey also offers modern-day audiences a chance to experience the
"darker" entertainments of "Christmases long, long ago".
If it's your wish to offer your guests entertainment befitting the spirit of a fun celebration, or if your desire is to have a bit more serious event that encourages the contemplative and reflective nature in the more Victorian tradition - then William Corey's Psychodynamic Entertainment is bound to have something that can meet your entertainment needs. Call or fill out his performance form today!
"William, the traditional Dickensian-style theme you proposed was perfect! Our guests really enjoyed it ,as well as the thought-provoking entertainment you provided."
- Mr. & Mrs. S. Byrd
(clients)