Illustration of a holiday show scene (A Christmas Carol)
Christmas Shows

A Christmas Carol

Gerald Dickens, the great-great-grandson of Charles Dickens, presents a one-man staging of A Christmas Carol. The performance features him portraying more than 30 distinct characters from the story.

What to Expect

Solo performance by Charles Dickens's great-great-grandson featuring over 30 characters.

Event Details

Ages

Not specified

Timed Entry

Yes

Organizer

The Word, National Centre for the Written Word

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Fans of charles dickens and theatrical storytelling

Vibe

Literary and theatrical

Energy Level

Low

Budget

$

Photo Friendly

Low

Weather Sensitivity

None

Location

The Word, National Centre for the Written Word
Market Place, South Shields, NE33 1JF
South Shields
NE33 1JF

Know Before You Go

Tips & Advice

  • Read or revisit A Christmas Carol before attending if you want to follow the story as Gerald Dickens portrays its many characters.
  • Have your ticket details ready when you arrive so you can check in for the performance.
  • Allow time to find The Word in South Shields’ Market Place before the performance begins.
  • Make your travel arrangements to and from The Word in advance, as no transport or parking details are provided here.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who performs A Christmas Carol?

Gerald Dickens, the great-great-grandson of Charles Dickens, performs the one-man staging.

How many characters does Gerald Dickens portray?

He portrays more than 30 characters from the story.

What kind of performance is it?

It is a one-man performance of A Christmas Carol.

Tags

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Last Updated: Nov 4, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team