Illustration of theatre curtains opening on a snowy stage set with dancers as the audience applauds (A Christmas Carol)
Christmas Shows

A Christmas Carol

Audiences can watch Charles Dickens' classic tale brought to the stage in a musical adaptation with music by composer Alan Menken. Presented by Jacob's Well Productions, the performance follows the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge as he is forced to face the past, present, and future on Christmas Eve. The family-friendly musical extravaganza features dynamic storytelling and musical theater performances.

Nov 25 – Nov 28, 2026 Family

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

From £14 for each listed performance.

Hours

Wed 7:30pm; Thu 7:30pm; Fri 7:30pm; Sat 2:00pm and 7:00pm.

Location

Cheltenham Playhouse · 47-53 Bath Rd, Cheltenham GL53 7HG, UK Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and fans of musical theatre

Vibe

Festive and heartfelt

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Choose the performance that suits your plans, as each ticket is for one performance and Saturday has two showings.
  • Book the specific performance you want, since each listed performance has its own booking link.
  • Consider taking the family to the musical, which is described as suitable for the whole family.
  • Allow time to enjoy the story’s musical retelling of Scrooge’s Christmas Eve transformation.

Links & Contact

Run by Jacob's Well Productions

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is A Christmas Carol suitable for?

The musical is described as a show for the whole family.

What is the story about?

Ebenezer Scrooge is forced to face the past, present and future on Christmas Eve.

Who adapted the story for this musical?

The musical adaptation features music by composer Alan Menken.

Who is presenting the production?

Jacob's Well Productions presents the show.

Do I need to book a separate ticket for each performance?

Yes. Each ticket is for one performance, and there is a separate booking option for each listed performance.

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