A Christmas Carol
by Charles Dickens
adapted by Geoffrey Simon Brown
presented by the Jack Studio Theatre
Christmas Eve, 1843. Marley is as dead as a doornail.
But for Scrooge, the night is far from over…
When the clock strikes one Ebenezer embarks on a transformative journey as three mysterious spirits guide him through his past, present, and possible future – revealing the enduring power of compassion, generosity and second chances.
A Christmas Carol is back at the Jack! Come and join us for the UK premiere of Geoffrey Simon Brown’s fun-filled and faithful retelling of a much-loved Christmas story.
Presented by the same in-house team behind the award-winning The Mystery of Irma Vep and Montague’s Millions. Early booking advised.
Geoffrey Simon Brown is a member of the Playwrights Guild of Canada. This abridged stage adaptation of A Christmas Carol was originally commissioned by the Theatre Calgary, Alberta, Canada. It received its premiere as a digitally streamed recording on Dec 11, 2020, produced by Theatre Calgary (Stafford Arima, Artistic Director & Alex Currie/Lesley MacMillan, Producer). The full-length stage production was also originally commissioned by Theatre Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, and the Première production opened on November 26, 2019 at Theatre Calgary (Stafford Arima, Artistic Director & Alex Currie/Lesley MacMillan, Producer).
A Christmas Carol is produced by permission of the Playwright and Marquis Literary (Colin Rivers) www.MQlit.ca.
Press for previous Christmas productions
‘stylishly and imaginatively directed… Bannister’s production is gloriously tongue-in-cheek, very witty and often extremely funny!hugely enjoyable… Very highly recommended!’ ★★★★★ London Theatre1 on The Mystery Of Irma Vep
‘an evening of most enjoyable fun…it deserves the outstanding performance given by the Jack Studio Theatre.’ ★★★★.5 Plays to See on The Mystery Of Irma Vep
‘a hilarious and enthralling farce. This revival of Charles Ludlam’s 1984 satire is a hit for Jack Studio Theatre’s Christmas production.’ ★★★★ Spy in the Stalls on The Mystery of Irma Vep
‘I’ve said before that what this pub theatre achieves is remarkable and here it’s primarily down to those 3 key elements – the writing, the direction and the set design…I loved it.’ ★★★★ London Pub Theatres on Montague’s Millions.
‘the comedic timing is faultless. It’s a truly fantastically crafted play and without doubt makes for the perfect Christmas treat.’ ★★★★★ The Upcoming on The Hound of the Baskervilles
‘If there is one thing you can rely on it is that the Christmas offering at the Brockley Jack Studio will both surprise and delight, and this year’s offering is a real bobby dazzler… The evening belongs to everyone… If you are looking for a happy and hilarious Christmas show this is it.’ ★★★★ ReviewsGate on Kindred Spirits
Dates and Tickets
Tuesday 8 – Wednesday 30 December at 7.30 pm
Wednesday 30 December matinee at 3.00pm
No performances: Sunday 13 & Monday 14; Sunday 20; Wednesday 23 – Sunday 27 December
Tickets: £18, £16 conc; 10+.
All tickets Tues 8 & Weds 9 December: £13
Online: Click here
There is no charge for online bookings.
Phone: 0333 666 3366
Telephone reservations have a £1.80 booking fee.
Our concessionary price tickets are for: full-time students, over 65s, registered unwaged, under 18s and Equity Members. Please bring proof of status.
Running time: Seventy five minutes, with no interval
Content advice: this production uses haze, occasional loud sounds and flashing lights.
Creative Team
by Charles Dickens
Adapted by Geoffrey Simon Brown
Directed by Kate Bannister
Designed by Karl Swinyard and Kate Bannister
Lighting Designer: Laurel Marks
Costume Designer: Martin J Robinson
Stage Manager: Jolie LeBell
Presented by Jack Studio Theatre
Cast
Andrew Callaghan
James Keningale
Lola Oteh-Cole
Your Visit
The box office on-site opens at 7.20 pm for the checking-in of pre-booked tickets, to seat you early and to minimise queues. Please arrive in good time to be seated for the 7.30 pm start.
The box office on-site opens at 2.50pm for the matinee on 30th December.
LATECOMERS WILL NOT BE ADMITTED
Food and drinks are served at the Brockley Jack pub. If you wish to book a table, please visit their website
There is strictly no photography or recording of any kind permitted in the theatre.
For more details on travelling to the venue and accessibility please see our Your Visit page
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