"A historic theater dating back to 1736 that stages an annual musical production of Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol' with a large cast of more than 50 performers; the seasonal show is a long-running local tradition and often sells out, with tickets starting around $61." - Trudy Haywood Saunders Trudy Haywood Saunders Trudy Haywood Saunders is a writer and editor based in North Carolina. Her work has been featured in Travel + Leisure, Southern Living, Garden & Gun, Our State, Okra, and more. A lifelong Southerner, Trudy draws her writing inspiration from personal experiences and love for the region, focusing on culture, food, and travel in the South and beyond. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines