Charles Dickens began performing readings of ‘A Christmas Carol’ in December 1853, turning the novella intro a wildly popular stage show that he performed more than a hundred times across Britain, Paris and the United States. It was first read on December 27 th 1853 in Birmingham for a charity event. His very first performance lasted about three hours. Over years of touring, he heavily abridged and adapted the text into a fast-paced, roughly 80 minute dramatic presentation.
Dickens acted out every role himself, shifting his voice and expression for each character – from Scrooge’s “sulky growl” to Tiny Tim’s “childish treble”.
Anita Fernandez Young of The Dickens Fellowship continues this tradition as, dressed in period costume and performing in the Victorian setting of St Peter’s Church, she introduces us to the world of Dickens and the Christmas season. This is a superb entertainment for all members of the family over 8 years of age.
Tickets £10 (£5 for children under 12 ) include mulled wine /soft drinks and mince pies and the opportunity to participate in our chocolate raffle!
They can be reserved by contacting Marian Sheldon on 07539263335 or Marilyn Davies on 01543 263538 or radmjd@tiscali.co.uk . Payment can be made in cash or by BACS – details on request.