"But the play is the thing, and the show must go on!" (Photo by J.M. Hilton)

"I am the Ghost of Xmas Present. Look at the dog-eat-dog world you live in and LEARN, Scrooge!" (Photo by J.M. Hilton)

"That bum Scrooge took every bowser I ever earned. Say, sailor, what do I have to do in order for you to put a tarantula in a certain dog's bed?" (Photo by J.M. Hilton)

"My family was starving, Scrooge! And your bank recently foreclosed on our house! Fortunately I just became the recipient of a huge state lottery, and have since hired a team of mercenaries to take you out. Season's Greetings~ (Photo by J.M. Hilton)

"What about the hot mistress? Could we, maybe, get back to her?" (Photo by J.M. Hilton)

"My Dog! Corruption abounds, old son. Look at politics! Look at Wall Street! I do believe I'm choking up."/"I know how you feel, Mr. Hound. This might be our most joyful holiday season yet!" (Photo by J.M. Hilton)

"Come on, Wall Street! You caught me in the middle of salmon fishing. I'm phoning in my part! This time I really mean it." (Photo by J.M. Hilton)

"Why do I have to be Scrooge again? I played Scrooge last year!" (Photo by J.M. Hilton)

"I am the Ghost of Xmas Past, Scrooge. Remember your puppy booster shots?" (Photo by J.M. Hilton)

"Awww, jeesh!" (Photo by J.M. Hilton)