Winner of five Tony Awards®, the smash-hit Old Vic production of Charles Dickens’ immortal classic A Christmas Carol comes to Melbourne’s Comedy Theatre, this holiday season.
Conceived and directed by Matthew Warchus (Matilda the Musical) and adapted for the stage by Jack Thorne (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child), audiences will be welcomed into an immersive experience, brimming with music and merriment.
Starring David Wenham, this timeless and uplifting story features 12 heart-warming Christmas carols, including “O Holy Night,” “Joy to the World,” and “Silent Night.”
Theatregoers will be treated to this powerful, joyous and uplifting production, as they witness one man’s emotional journey from resentment to redemption.
2hrs 25mins (incl. interval)
Recommended Age: 8yrs+
12th November, 2022
29th December, 2022
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Entry to the Comedy Theatre is via Exhibition Street. There are several glass doors that remain open pre-show and during interval. There is a small step to access these doors, which as you move away from Lonsdale Street is reduced to a small lip. Ramp access can be provided by Front of House or Security upon request. A member of staff will be able to assist you upon arrival at the theatre.
There is step free access to the stalls from the Foyer.
GETTING TO THE VENUE
BY TRAIN: Parliament Train station is approximately 260m from the Comedy Theatre. This is a City Loop station. There is an accessible entrance and exit located on Spring Street.
BY TRAM: The closest tram stop is Russell St Stop 7 – it is accessed by the 86 & 96 trams and is a level access stop.
BY TAXI: The nearest taxi rank is outside the Melbourne Marriott Hotel, corner Exhibition and Lonsdale Streets.
BY CAR: There is limited parking in the city, however patrons of the Comedy Theatre can avail of preferred parking rates at some nearby Wilson Parking car parks. This offer must be booked on their website before arrival.
★★★★★ "Prepare to be festively dazzled" - Whats On Stage
★★★★★ "Irresistibly feel-good" - Sunday Express
"Jack Thorne's adaptation of the Charles Dickens' favourite has become a festive staple" - The Stage
"Utterly joyful. Christmas has arrived" - Evening Standard
"Not even Scrooge himself could dislike this" - The Telegraph
Story: Charles Dickens
A Version by: Jack Thorne
Conceived and Directed by: Matthew Warchus
Set & Costume: Rob Howell
Composer & Arranger: Christopher Nightingale
Lighting: Hugh Vanstone
Sound: Simon Baker
Movement: Lizzi Gee
Cast: David Wenham
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