Duration
2 hrs
Closing Date
Until July 1, 2024
Age limit
Suitable for 8+ ##Know Before You Go
Why Watch A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story?
Watch this exciting new production of the Charles Dickens classic we all grew up with at the Alexandra Palace Theatre this Christmas.
Mark Gatiss reimagines Dickens’ classic winter ghost story with a generous sprinkle of eerie special effects.
Prepare to be frightened as you enter the supernatural world of A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story.
This limited run has everything you need to spice up your Christmas. Book your A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story tickets today!
A Dickens classic we all grew up reading, A Christmas Carol, takes a sinister turn in this brilliant adaptation written by Mark Gatiss. A tale originally meant to represent goodwill, it now takes on an eerie tone with spine-tingling special effects. Are you brave enough to watch this story unfold? If you are hoping for an adventure, do not miss this limited run!
Storyline
Evil Ebenezer Scrooge has an unexpected visitor on Christmas Eve. He sees his former business partner Jacob Marley before him. There is only one problem, Marley is dead. Scrooge finds out that Marley’s spirit has visited him to offer him one last chance at redemption. Bound in chains as punishment for a lifetime of greed, Marley encourages Scrooge to change his miserly ways before it is too late. However, there is a catch. He has to first live through three more such eerie encounters.
Show timings
- Tue, Thu & Fri at 7:30 PM
- Sat at 2:30 PM & 7:30 PM
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
About Theatre
The Alexandra Palace Theatre grabbed a lot of attention when it first opened in 1875. With the capacity to hold up to 3,000 people at a time, it hosted several shows such as opera, ballet, pantomime, and drama. Interestingly, thanks to Victorian engineering, performers could appear on the stage, fly about, and then disappear.
Seating Capacity: 904
Getting There
Address: Alexandra Palace, Alexandra Palace Way, London N22 7AY, United Kingdom
Tube: The nearest tube station to the theatre is Wood Green.
Bus: The theatre is quite well serviced by bus lines, including W3
Facilities & Accessibility
Available Facilities: In-house Bar, Cloakroom, Baby Changing Facilities
Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible, Assistive Listening System, Adapted Washrooms, Ramp
Additional Information
Security: Please be aware that for your comfort and security, all audience members will be subject to security checks upon arrival at Alexandra Palace Theatre.
Dress Code: Smart and casual wear is recommended. Keep in mind, that the theatre is air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly.
Outside Food: Most theatres do not allow outside food inside the theatres but most of them also have a café or restaurant inside the premises or nearby.
Tickets Redemption
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.
Cancellation & Refunds
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Frequently asked questions
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The cost of the tickets to A Christmas Carol – A Ghost Story will vary depending on the type of seats you choose.
The best way to buy cheap or discounted A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story tickets is to book them online as you will often come across attractive discounts. Book your A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story tickets in advance as they tend to get more expensive closer to the show date.
You can easily buy last-minute A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story tickets online.
Booking A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story London tickets online will allow you to select your specific seats, thus, ensuring you do not get stuck with partial view seating. But if you try your luck with lottery tickets or purchase day seats, your seats will be allocated at the discretion of the Box Office, which can potentially mean partial view seating or split seats.
A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story opens on 24 Nov 2023 at Alexandra Palace Theatre.
A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story does not have a strict age limit. However, it is most suitable for children aged 8 and above.
A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story is playing at Alexandra Palace Theatre in London and opens on 24 Nov 2023.
The running time of A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story is 2 hours and 10 minutes including an intermission.
A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story recounts the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, who is visited by the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley and the spirits of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come.
The main star of A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story is Keith Allen, in the role of Scrooge.
There is no specific dress code at West End. However, it is prudent to dress in semi-formal or smart casuals and something comfortable. Carry a light sweater or a jacket as the theatre can get a bit chilly.
No, outside food is not allowed while attending A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story. Most theatres do have a cafeteria or bar inside the premises where you can get snacks and drinks.
Alexandra Palace Theatre has multiple facilities including wheelchair accessibility, an in-house bar, coat check, an assistive listening system, and toilets available for the audiences Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story.
Photography, videography, and sound recording are prohibited inside the theatre. Some theatres do have a souvenir shop from where you can purchase pictures of stills of the show.
