A Christmas Carol (The Old Vic)

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Matthew Warchus’ big-hearted, smash hit production of Charles Dickens’ immortal classic A CHRISTMAS CAROL returns to The Old Vic.

Joyously adapted for the stage by  Jack Thorne (Harry Potter and the Cursed ChildHis Dark Materials) and starring Paul Hilton as Ebenezer Scrooge, A CHRISTMAS CAROL fills the auditorium to the brim with mince pies, music and merriment. A unique staging immerses the audience in London’s longest running adaptation of this beloved festive favourite.

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What is A Christmas Carol about?

Based on the novel by Charles Dickens, A Christmas Carol follows the story of Ebenezer Scrooge as he explores his past, present, and future and the impact of his actions over the Christmas period.

Ticket Information

Tickets available for performances from 18 Nov 2025 – 10 Jan 2026

Show Information

Age guidance: 8 years +

Running Time

TBC

Cast & Creatives

Paul Hilton (Ebenezer Scrooge)

Jack Thorne (Stage Adaptation), Matthew Warchus (Director), Rob Howell (Set & Costume Designer), Christopher Nightingale (Composer & Arranger), Hugh Vanstone (Lighting Designer), Simon Baker (Sound Designer), Jessica Ronane CDG (Casting) and  Lizzi Gee (Movement).

Booking Period

18 Nov 2025 - 10 Jan 2026

For group bookings of 10 or more:
Submit a request online

Or call 020 7206 1176

Venue Information

The Old Vic

103 The Cut, South Bank, London SE1 8NB

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Nearest Tube/Rail Station

Waterloo

Buses

1, 4, 68, 176, 188, 501

Nearest Car Parks

Coin Street.

Reviews

Broadway World

'A festive must-see'

London Theatre

'Paul Hilton is a revelatory Scrooge'

The Standard

'The whole cast is luminous'

The Times

'Tremendous London festive favourite'