A Christmas Held Captive is an original musical with lyrics and music by Robert J. Sherman and Christopher M. Dawson and book by Lavina Dawson and Michael A. Dawson. The musical officially premiered on December 14, 1986 at the Beverly Hills Playhouse and closed on January 18, 1987. The production was directed by Oliver Muirhead who also played the role of "Constable Scrooge" in the production. Sets and Costumes were designed by Cora Seiler. The Music Director was composer Christopher Dawson. Vocal direction was done by lyricist, Robert Sherman. Stage Management was done by Lee Doebler. Lighting and sound were supervised by Robert Duncan. The show's corporately sponsored by Mrs. Field's Cookies and privately co-sponsored by John Mazur.