Illustration of a pantomime stage with a castle backdrop and a dame in a huge dress as the audience laughs (A Christmas Carol)
Christmas Shows

A Christmas Carol

Audience members follow the miserly businessman Ebenezer Scrooge on Christmas Eve as he journeys through his past, present, and future to discover the true meaning of Christmas. Presented by Operation Moonlight, this authentic stage adaptation brings Charles Dickens' beloved tale of redemption to life as a festive treat for all the family.

Nov 17 – Nov 19, 2026

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Adults £21.60; Under 16 £15.60; Schools £12.60; Family £62.40. Prices include booking fee.

Hours

Tuesday 17 November: 7:30 PM; Wednesday 18 November: 1:30 PM and 7:30 PM; Thursday 19 November: 1:30 PM and 7:30 PM. Doors open 45 minutes before the show starts.

Location

Middlesbrough Theatre · The Avenue, Middlesbrough, TS5 6SA Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and dickens fans

Vibe

Festive and heartfelt

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Choose a performance from the available daytime and evening options when booking.
  • Book tickets ahead, as the performance requires a ticket for each attendee.
  • Arrive with enough time to enter before the show; doors open 45 minutes before it starts.
  • Consider the daytime performances on Wednesday or Thursday if an evening performance does not suit your group.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Under-16 tickets are available.
  • School tickets are available.
  • A family ticket is available.
  • Wednesday and Thursday have daytime and evening performances; Tuesday has an evening performance only.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this performance suitable for?

It is described as a festive treat for all the family.

Do I need to book tickets ahead?

Tickets are available for the listed performances; book in advance to secure a place.

What is the story about?

Ebenezer Scrooge journeys through his past, present and future and learns to appreciate the true meaning of Christmas.

Who presents the adaptation?

Operation Moonlight presents the stage adaptation of Charles Dickens’ tale.

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