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A Christmas Carol Tickets

Duration

2 hr 5 min

Step into Dickens’ world as A Christmas Carol returns to London’s Old Vic, starring Paul Hilton, in Jack Thorne’s Tony-winning holiday classic.

4.3/5

(2,229)

Ramona

Dec 2025

Verified booking

5/5

A Christmas Carol was truly a wonderful experience. Especially when you watch it at Christmas, it really puts you in that special Christmas mood. The actor playing Ebenezer Scrooge was very convincing, and I even shed a few tears when he hugged Timmy Tim at the end.

Ana

Dec 2025

Verified booking

5/5

The best play I've ever seen! The actors are so talented, the settings/dynamic are incredible and the ending surprised me in a very good way. It has an interactive bit at the end, which was so fun. Truly an amazing story that deserves to be known by everyone.

Vasilia

Dec 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Have seen it performed countless times and this was by far my favorite. Without ruining it, it was incredibly charming and involved the audience. Tiny Tim stole the show and Scrooge made us love him by the end.

Dickens’ timeless holiday tale of Scrooge and the Cratchits comes alive on stage, perfect for families and fans of festive classics.

Winner of 5 Tony Awards and praised as “one of the best Christmas shows you’ll ever see” (The Stage), this adaptation continues to charm audiences worldwide.

Expect rich Victorian staging, magical lighting, and haunting ghostly visits that capture the story’s themes of greed, love, and redemption in every scene.

Starring Paul Hilton (The Inheritance, Lady Macbeth, Slow Horses) and directed by Matthew Warchus, Jack Thorne’s adaptation brings Broadway and West End acclaim to London.

Back at the Old Vic for a limited festive run, this festive delight is not to be missed. Book your tickets to A Christmas Carol in London now!

The story

In Victorian London, miserly Ebenezer Scrooge hoards wealth while the Cratchit family struggles to make ends meet. On Christmas Eve, Scrooge is visited by spirits who confront him with haunting visions of the past, present, and what may come. As each ghost reveals more, Scrooge must decide if change will come too late—or if redemption awaits.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Ana
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The best play I've ever seen! The actors are so talented, the settings/dynamic are incredible and the ending surprised me in a very good way. It has an interactive bit at the end, which was so fun. Truly an amazing story that deserves to be known by everyone.
Vasilia
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Have seen it performed countless times and this was by far my favorite. Without ruining it, it was incredibly charming and involved the audience. Tiny Tim stole the show and Scrooge made us love him by the end.
Mazen
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Enjoy every moment the actorors were excellent
Nikoletta
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
An experience through and through. From live music to dance to oranges thrown at your seats, snow falling all over you and festive feeling all around.
Angela
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5

Show details

Categories: Play, Kids, Christmas, Critics' choice, Stars on stage, Drama

Audience: Suitable for 8+

Theater name: Old Vic Theatre

Find the best seats in the house with the Old Vic Theatre seating plan

Theater facilities: Cafe, bar, toilets, cloakroom

Theater accessibility: Wheelchair access, accessible toilets, ramp, access performances, companion seating

Dress code: Smart casual

Cast & crew

Leading roles: Paul Hilton as Ebenezer Scrooge, Rob Compton as Bob Cratchit, Geraint Downing as Ferdy/George and Matthew George as Fred

Director: Mathew Warchus

Set & Costume: Rob Howell

Adapted by Jack Thorne

Additional info

This show is recommended for ages 8 years and above.

Children under the age of 16 years must be accompanied by an adult.

Age suitability recommendations are just suggestions. So, trust your judgment when booking tickets for any show, and enjoy!

Audio Described: Friday, December 12, 7pm (Touch Tour 5pm) and Saturday, December 13, 2pm (Touch Tour 11:45am)

British Sign Language (BSL) Interpreted: Wednesday, December 10, 7pm and Saturday, December 13, 2pm

Captioned: Saturday, December 13, 2pm and Monday, December 15, 7pm

Relaxed (also Audio Described, Captioned and BSL Interpreted): Saturday, December 13, 2pm (Touch Tour 11:45am)

Keep in mind that the theater is air-conditioned throughout the year and can get chilly. Bring along a light jacket if needed.

Frequently asked questions about A Christmas Carol

Q: How much do A Christmas Carol tickets cost?

A: Prices may change based on your choice of seats and show dates.

Q: Where is A Christmas Carol playing in London?

A: The show is playing at the Old Vic Theatre.

Q: How long does the performance run?

A: The show lasts for about 2 hours, including one 20-minute intermission.

Q: What’s the story about?

A: Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by three ghosts on Christmas Eve, who confront him with his past, present, and future, in a tale of greed, love, and redemption.

Q: Is the show suitable for children?

A: There’s no strict age limit, but it’s generally recommended for ages 8 years and above. Children under the age of 16 years must be accompanied by an adult.