GINIFICENT Theatre Company are bringing their acclaimed production, A Christmas Carol, to St George’s Hall this December. A must-see this Christmas, the company steps into the awe-inspiring Great Hall with a brand-new haunting interpretation of Charles Dickens’ timeless classic.
Running from 12–24 December 2025, this atmospheric retelling marks GINIFICENT’s 23rd consecutive year of performing Dickens’ ghostly tale — in their signature ‘true to the book’ authentic style with language of the era. For the past eight years, the company has enchanted audiences in the Concert Room, but this year they’re spreading their wings in the grandeur of the Great Hall.
With a cast of 14 talented performers, including four musicians creating a live cinematic soundscape, the audience will be transported back into the very heart of Victorian London’s most famous ghost story. Embracing the darker origins of Dickens’ tale, GINIFICENT’s A Christmas Carol is truly captivating and this year’s production is costing almost £250,000 to put on — such is the quality of its delivery.
With an in-the-round set-up, every audience member will have a unique vantage point, surrounded by the eerie atmosphere of the Great Hall. Add theatrical effects and a few tricks up the company’s sleeve, and this is not your average Christmas production — expect bone-chilling confrontations, supernatural surprises lurking in the shadows and festive shivers.
Director and Producer Liam Scott can hardly contain his excitement: “We’re thrilled to be working in the breathtaking Great Hall this year. The space allows us to create something truly special — we have lots of new changes planned and we can’t wait to share them with our audience.”
Scott himself provides seamless narration, guiding audiences chapter by chapter through the novella’s ghostly twists and moral revelations. At the heart of the performance, Ken McConnell takes on Ebenezer Scrooge in a chilling portrayal that, according to the company, “delves into the darkest corners of his soul.”
GINIFICENT’s A Christmas Carol production is always a big hit, but this year’s production in The Great Hall may well be the best yet. As one attendee last year put it: “We’ve seen it three years on the run — fantastic performance in the beautiful St George’s Hall. Christmas wouldn’t be the same without it. Looking forward to seeing it in 2025.”
The production has received countless testimonials and 5 star reviews over the years. Another attendee from last year said: “I don’t know how many times we’ve been. A truly magical experience for all and a wonderful way for the Christmas festivities to begin. See you next year!”
A Christmas Carol
12-24 December
St George’s Hall
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