Solihull Arts Complex

A Christmas Carol

A Christmas Carol

Dickens Theatre Company present A Christmas Carol as part of their REVISION ON TOUR programme, staging exciting theatre adaptations of classic texts for both students and lovers of literature alike.

Celebrating their 11th year delighting UK audiences with this unique and highly acclaimed production, Dickens Theatre Company arrive at The Core Theatre.

Dickens Theatre Company present A Christmas Carol as part of their REVISION ON TOUR programme, staging exciting theatre adaptations of classic English GCSE texts for both students and lovers of literature alike.

With the rest of the acting cast stuck on a train, the great Charles Dickens himself, aided by his faithful tour manager, George Dolby, takes on the daunting challenge of portraying not just Ebenezer Scrooge, but over 30 other characters in this classic festive tale! Surely it can’t be done?

School group rates available - please email thecoretheatre@solihull.gov.uk

All matinee performances also include the option to stay for a free 20-minute post-show Q&A with the cast, a popular addition for school groups, giving students the chance to ask questions, deepen their understanding of the text and explore the production further.


“Joyously uplifting. The perfect way to welcome in the festive season. Funny. Magical. Simply stunning.”
Morning Star

“DTC’s A Christmas Carol is so authentic, staying very close to the original story. It is smooth and seamless. Eerie, haunting, heart-warming.”
Love London.com


“Without doubt this combines fun, education and history”
Apple Radio


“A superbly entertaining way to present classic plays.”
The View From The Stalls

Recommended for ages 8+

Directed by Ryan Philpott
Music by Paul Higgs

www.dickenstheatrecompany.co.uk

Book Tickets

Monday 2 and Tuesday 3 November 2026

The Core Theatre

Tickets: £20 / £18 concession 

Schools: £15 tickets available (based on 10 or more students - accompanying adults go free). Please email thecoretheatre@solihull.gov.uk for schools bookings

Age recommendation: 8+

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