Headout logo. Link to home.
Help
Plays

A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story

Actors performing "A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story" on stage in London theater.
Actors performing "A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story" on a London stage.
Actors performing "A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story" on stage in London theater.
London theater scene from "A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story" with actors in period costumes.

Duration

2 hrs

Witness Mark Gatiss' thrilling and enchanting take on Dickens' classic. Purchase A Christmas Carol – A Ghost Story tickets now before they vanish!

  • Is it even Christmas if you don't watch a play that depicts Dickens' yuletide story of restless ghosts and Christian goodwill? In this adaptation, this heartwarming tale turns into something eerie and sinister, amplified by spine-tingling special effects. If you're brave enough to go on this thrilling adventure, book A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story tickets now - the limited 6-week run is bound to sell out quickly!

    The Story

    The story follows the grumpy miser Ebenezer Scrooge's experience on one cold Christmas Eve, where he has an unexpected visit from the spirit of his former business partner Jacob Marley. Punished for a lifetime of greed and shackled in chains, the ghost tries to convince Scrooge to change his miserly ways so he can escape the same fate. Except, he'll have to have three more eerie encounters first!

    Great For

    Christmas Celebrations | Thrills | Lovers of Special Effects

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • How do we collect reviews?

    4.2
    151 ratings
    5/5
    107
    4/5
    11
    3/5
    5
    2/5
    8
    1/5
    20
  • Show Details

    Genre: Play

    Duration: 2 hrs 10 min inc. interval

    Audience: Suitable for 8+

    Opening Date: 24 Nov 2023

    Closing Date: 7 Jan 2024

    Theatre Name: Alexandra Palace Theatre

    Seating Capacity: 904

    Theatre Facilities: Cloakroom, accessible toilets and parking, baby-changing facilities

    Dress Code: Smart casual

    Cast & Crew

    Leading Roles

    Keith Allen as Scrooge

    Peter Forbes as Marley

    Geoffrey Beevers as the Narrator

    Edward Harrison as Bob Cratchit

    Rebecca Trehearn as Mrs Cratchit

    Bettrys Jones as Ghost of Christmas Past

    Joe Shire as Ghost of Christmas Present

    Book

    Charles Dickens

    Direction

    Adam Penford

    Writing

    Mark Gatiss

    Additional Tips

    Keep in mind, that most theatres are air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly. Bring along a light jacket if needed.

  • You will get an e-mail confirmation with your A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story voucher. Please display the same on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID.

Similar experiences you'd love

Free cancellation
London Eye Ferris wheel with cityscape, ideal for Kensington Palace and London Eye tour.
Landmarks
Instant confirmation
4.5
Rated 4.5 out of 5.0 from 12417 ratings.
from
£29
Tourist taking selfie at Sea Life London Aquarium with marine life in background.
Aquariums
Instant confirmation
4.4
Rated 4.4 out of 5.0 from 868 ratings.
from
£28
Timothee Chalamet wax figure at Madame Tussauds London.
Museums
Instant confirmation
4.6
Rated 4.6 out of 5.0 from 3113 ratings.
from
£29
Free cancellation
Tourists on Tootbus passing Big Ben during London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour.
Hop-on Hop-off Tours London
Instant confirmation
4.2
Rated 4.2 out of 5.0 from 1392 ratings.
from £44
£30.80
30% off
Moulin Rouge! The Musical London
Musicals
Instant confirmation
4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5.0 from 2487 ratings.
from
£24

Get the Headout app, save up to 80%

Enjoy exclusive deals, offline access to your tickets & live booking updates.
Download iPhone appDownload Android app
iphone

We've served 37 million+ guests and we are here for you

37 million+

Happy customers across 10,000+ experiences

In the media

Featured and recommended by the best brands

24 x 7 help center

Have a question? Live chat with local experts anywhere, anytime