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SUMMARY:A Christmas Carol – A Radio Play Live on Stage at Tamworth Assembly Rooms
DESCRIPTION:A Christmas Carol – A Radio Play Live on Stage at Tamworth Assembly Rooms\nBah! Humbug! The timeless Christmas story of Ebenezer Scrooge comes to Tamworth Assembly Rooms on Tuesday 24 November 2026 in a wonderfully imaginative live theatrical production.\nThe Crime and Comedy Theatre Company presents A Christmas Carol – A Radio Play Live on Stage, a fresh adaptation of Charles Dickens’ beloved festive classic, featuring television favourites Colin Baker and Sophie Aldred.\nWith atmospheric storytelling, live sound effects and a specially recorded appearance by Tom Baker, this promises to be a memorable evening of Christmas theatre.\nA Christmas Story Like No Other\nOn Christmas Eve, the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge receives an unexpected visitor: the ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley.\nMarley warns Scrooge that three mysterious spirits will visit him during the night.\nThe Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Scrooge on an extraordinary journey through his life, revealing forgotten happiness, the struggles of those around him and the consequences of his selfish ways.\nAlong the way, audiences meet familiar characters including Bob Cratchit and his young son Tiny Tim.\nBut can Scrooge change his ways before it is too late?\nA Radio Play Performed Live on Stage\nThis production brings a fascinating theatrical twist to Dickens’ famous story.\nRather than presenting a traditional stage adaptation, the actors perform inside a recreated radio studio, bringing the characters to life through expressive performances and atmospheric sound effects created live before the audience.\nIt’s a wonderful opportunity to experience the imagination and excitement of classic radio drama while watching the performers create the story.\nFeaturing Familiar Television Stars\nColin Baker, well known for portraying the Sixth Doctor in Doctor Who, leads the cast alongside Sophie Aldred, who played the much-loved companion Ace.\nThe production also features a specially recorded appearance by Tom Baker, the legendary Fourth Doctor, as the ghost of Jacob Marley.\nAdapted by Martin Parsons, the show combines a classic Christmas tale with an inventive theatrical presentation.\nA Timeless Message of Christmas\nFirst published in 1843, Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol remains one of the world’s best-loved festive stories.\nIts themes of kindness, compassion, generosity and redemption continue to resonate with audiences of every generation.\nWhether you’re a lifelong Dickens enthusiast, a fan of classic radio drama or simply looking for an atmospheric Christmas theatre experience, this production promises an entertaining and moving evening.\nJoin Scrooge on his unforgettable journey and discover whether even the coldest heart can find the true spirit of Christmas.\nEvent Details\nDate: Tuesday 24 November 2026\nTime: 7:30pm\nVenue: Tamworth Assembly Rooms, Corporation Street, Tamworth, B79 7DN\nTickets: £20.50 adults; £19.50 children and concessions\nProduction: Crime and Comedy Theatre Company\nCategory: Theatre / Drama / Christmas Events\nBooking Information\nTickets and further information are available through the official Tamworth Assembly Rooms website.\nhttps://www.tamworthassemblyrooms.co.uk/whats-on ( https://www.tamworthassemblyrooms.co.uk/whats-on )\n
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LOCATION:Tamworth Assembley Rooms
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