Written by Charles Dickens
Adapted by Beth Flintoff
“Now Christmas Has Officially Started!”
The festive favourite returns to Reading Rep this Christmas!
There’s magic in the air – everywhere except the Huntley and Palmers Biscuit Factory, where Ebenezer Scrooge remains as bitter as ever. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come pay him a visit, will Scrooge finally discover the true meaning of the season?
Step into Victorian Reading for a heartwarming journey of redemption, wonder, and joy. Featuring beloved characters and brimming with Dickensian charm, A Christmas Carol is the perfect festive treat for the whole family.
This magical adaptation promises to captivate audiences of all ages. Don’t miss out on this vibrant, heartwarming experience full of wonder – because nothing says Merry Christmas like a night at the theatre!
Ticket Alert: Best seats between 27 December – 3 January
These post-Christmas dates currently have the strongest availability, and are the perfect way to keep the festive spirit alive into the New Year.
But if you’re hoping to come before Christmas… tickets are extremely limited and selling fast.
Once they’re gone, they’re gone!
Listen to the sound of A Christmas Carol
Age Suitability: 6+
Cast & Creative
George Eggay
Scrooge
Sam Amestoy
Fred, Young Scrooge, Alfred Palmer + others
Mark Desebrock
Hopkins, Fezziwig, Ghost of Christmas Present, Palmer Senior + others
Orla O'Sullivan
Belle + others
Charlotte Warner
Bobbie Cratchit, Ghost of Christmas Past, Kitty + others
Eli Murphy
Tiny Tim
Emily Maclellan
Tiny Tim
Ned Woollatt
Tiny Tim
Beth Flintoff
Adaptor
Chris Cuming
Director
Nicky Bunch
Set and Costume Design
Aaron J Dootson
Lighting Design
Joe Dines
Composer, Sound designer and Musical Arranger
Nathan Storm
Associate Lighting Design
Tabitha Stock
Costume Supervisor
Louis Ling
Children's Manager
Sarah Harkins
Casting Director
Jordan Harris
Production Manager
Heather Smith
Deputy Stage Manager
Jamie Kubisch Wiles
Assistant Stage Manager
Sam Amestoy
Musical Director and Additional Vocal Arrangements
Tolley Angell
Chaperone
Kate Cox
Chaperone
Signed
Captioned
Touch Tours
Audio described