A Christmas Carol – A Ghost Story

🎭 A Christmas Carol – A Ghost Story: Mark Gatiss’s Chilling Holiday Classic Returns to London

This Christmas, step into the shadows of Victorian London with Mark Gatiss’s acclaimed adaptation of A Christmas Carol – A Ghost Story, returning to the hauntingly atmospheric Alexandra Palace Theatre. Running from 22 November 2025 to 4 January 2026, this supernatural reimagining of Charles Dickens’s timeless tale promises a holiday experience like no other — both festive and fearsome.

👻 What’s A Christmas Carol – A Ghost Story?

When miserly Ebenezer Scrooge locks up his counting house on a frozen Christmas Eve, he expects nothing but a night alone in his gloom. But the sudden arrival of the ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley, wrapped in chains and tormented by regret, warns him of a fate far worse than death.

As the spirits of Christmas Past, Present and Yet-To-Come visit him one by one, Scrooge must confront his selfishness, rediscover compassion, and choose whether to change — before it’s too late.

Mark Gatiss (Sherlock, Doctor Who, The League of Gentlemen) lends a thrillingly macabre twist to Dickens’s festive ghost story, combining richly theatrical storytelling with chilling special effects, eerie soundscapes, and unforgettable visuals.

🎄 Why You’ll Love This Version

• Written by and starring Mark Gatiss, one of Britain’s most celebrated actor-writers known for his wit, darkness, and storytelling prowess.
• Critically acclaimed revival – following a sold-out 2023 run, this production returns due to popular demand.
• A perfect fusion of festive joy and ghostly terror – blending Dickens’s original message of redemption with a spine-tingling theatrical experience.
• Set in the historic Alexandra Palace Theatre – a breathtaking venue steeped in Victorian architecture and atmosphere.

🕯️ Reviews from the Critics

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Irresistibly theatrical! Mark Gatiss’s fabulous take on Dickens.” – Daily Telegraph
⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Banishing all thoughts of ‘bah, humbug’” – Evening Standard
⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A spooky twist on the Dickens classic.” – WhatsOnStage
🏛️ “Alexandra Palace’s ruin-lust theatre is the perfect raddled backdrop.” – Time Out

📅 Performance Details

• Dates: 22 November 2025 – 4 January 2026
• Venue: Alexandra Palace Theatre, London
• Run Time: 2 hours 10 minutes (including interval)
• Age Guidance: Suitable for ages 12+ (due to ghostly themes and supernatural elements)

👥 Cast & Creatives

• Book & Adaptation – Mark Gatiss
• Starring – Full casting to be announced soon (past productions featured Mark Gatiss himself in key roles)

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🏰 Venue Highlight: Alexandra Palace Theatre

Tucked within one of London’s most iconic historical buildings, Alexandra Palace Theatre is a Victorian gem frozen in time. With its preserved original features, high-vaulted ceilings, and an ambiance unlike any other London venue, it sets the perfect stage for Dickens’s ghostly fable.

Add a winter walk around Ally Pally Park, or warm up with mulled wine at the bar before the show — it’s the ultimate seasonal outing.

🎟️ Book Your Tickets Today

This is not your average Christmas Carol. Whether you’re a fan of Dickens, a lover of ghost stories, or simply seeking something theatrical and magical this winter — Mark Gatiss’s A Christmas Carol – A Ghost Story is the must-see event of the festive season.

🎟️ Reserve your seats now and experience a haunting, heartwarming tale of redemption — just in time for Christmas.

If you enjoyed this, you may also love:

• The Woman in Black – another thrilling ghost story on stage
• The Ocean at the End of the Lane – a modern fairytale with dark fantasy roots
• The Motive and the Cue – a deep dive into theatrical legacy and performance

Step into a ghostly Victorian London… if you dare. 🎩🕯️👻

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