Musical Theatre star Claire Moore is to play ‘Scrooge’ in Hope Mill Theatre’s new production of the magical musical version of A Christmas Carol at The Lowry Theatre in Salford Quays for the 2024/25 festive season.
Following their critically acclaimed production of Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella in 2022, Hope Mill co-founders Joseph Houston and William Whelton will reunite to co-direct a new version of A Christmas Carol, with Whelton also choreographing.
Based on Charles Dickens’ 1843 novella of the same name, A Christmas Carol has music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Lynn Ahrens and book by Mike Ockrent and Lynn Ahrens. It was a New York festive staple from 1994 to 2003 where it was presented annually at The Theater At Madison Square Garden and in 2004 it was adapted for television by Hallmark
Entertainment for NBC starring Kelsey Grammer as Scrooge.
Cast & Creatives for A Christmas Carol
Claire Moore is to play ‘Scrooge’
Music by Alan Menken
Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens
Book by Mike Ockrent & Lynn Ahrens
Based on the story by Charles Dickens
Original choreography by Susan Stroman
Originally directed by Mike Ockrent
How much are the tickets for A Christmas Carol?
Tickets are priced from £23 to £125. Age Guidance 6+ years old.
Thematic Triggers: Contains sections relating to ghosts, coffin, grave diggers, death.
How do I book tickets to watch A Christmas Carol?
To book tickets please call The Lowry at 08432086000 or via their website here. To book accessible performances, please email access@thelowry.com or call 0161 876 2183.
How long is the show for and what are the timings?
The show will be heading to The Lowry Theatre from Fri, 6 December 2024 until Sun, 5 January 2025 with performances at 2pm, 4pm and 7.30pm. Please check their website for exact date and timing.
Accessible Performances
Audio Described by Emma Jane Mansfield & Dementia Friendly performance | Saturday 21 December 2024, 4pm. Touch Tour at 3pm.
Extant in partnership with The Lowry – presents Enhance Touch Tour | Thursday 19 Dec, 6.30pm touch tour, show at 7.30pm
BSL Interpreted by Cheryl P Walker | Saturday 21 December 2024, 7.30pm.
Where will the performance be held?
The Lowry
Pier 8
The Quays
Salford
M50 3AZ
Manchester
Tel: 0843208 6000
Notes:
- The Lowry welcomes all visitors regardless of their disability and strives to meet all individuals needs where possible.
- They welcome assistance dogs.
- The Lowry website is fully accessible and features BrowseAloud. Browsealoud adds speech, reading and translation support, facilitating access and participation for those people who need support reading print, dyslexia, low literacy, mild visual impairments and those with English as a second language. To use this feature, simply click on the grey ear logo located in the footer.
- If you are driving to the show, we would recommend for you to park at The Lowry Outlet which is opposite the theatre, but be aware as there is lack of signage from the car park area to the theatre, so best to ask someone or use google maps to find your way.
- Pre paid car parking tickets can be purchased up to 24 hours prior to your performance. Please note they are unable to sell pre paid tickets on your performance date, and you will need to pay at the ticket machines in the car park. The tickets can be booked at the same time as your seats via their website, or over the phone on freephone 0343 208 6000.
About The Lowry Theatre
The Lowry is a registered charity committed to using visual and performing arts to enrich people’s lives. They present audiences with a diverse programme of theatre, opera, musicals, dance, music, comedy and visual art as well as events and activities to expand the horizons of audiences and artists alike.  At the heart of their work is a commitment to the local communities and young people.
Tapping into the work on their stages and in their galleries, they offer thousands of free creative participation opportunities each year. They are passionate about nurturing talent, developing creative professionals of the future and raising aspirations.
About Hope Mill Theatre
Hope Mill Theatre was the dream of couple Joseph Houston and William Whelton. After training and building a career in theatre and time spent living in London, they were inspired by the highly regarded Off West End Theatres and small producing venues which dominate the London theatre scene. Hope Mill Theatre officially opened its doors in November of 2015, and has become one of the most successful and reputable independent venues in England – winning Fringe Venue of The Year at The Stage awards in 2018.
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Photo Credit: The Lowry Theatre
