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Charm, cheer and of course, plenty of carols!
A Christmas Carol - 10th Anniversary Special - if
you only want to watch one Christmas show
that brightens up your festivities, this is the one!
Scrooge is now ready to take you on his
remarkable journey, allowing you to witness how
he transforms from a grumpy old sinner into a
vulnerable, warm-hearted human being, reaching
out to and helping others. A committed advocate
of hope, love and generosity.
Just a year later, in December 2014, East Riding
Theatre proudly opened its doors with
A Christmas Carol, setting the stage for a decade
of storytelling, creativity, and community spirit.
Enjoy this captivating production of Charles
Dickens’ timeless tale of hope and redemption this
Christmas at ERT this year!
BOOK NOW!
www.eastridingtheatre.co.uk/a-christmascarol-10th-anniversary-special/
“I am as light as a feather, I am as happy as an
angel, I am as merry as a schoolboy. I am as giddy
as a drunken man.”
Be the invisible guest at the household of the
Cratchit family as they prepare for Christmas Day,
or celebrate life at Fezziwig’s joyous party and
finally, join in Scrooge’s awakening on Christmas
morning. But remember! There is no escape from
the ghosts of your very own: Ghost of Christmas
Past, Ghost of Christmas Present and Ghost of
Christmas Future!
Rehearsals - The Stubborn Old Scratch
Cheerful laughter and commitment to the story enjoying the rehearsal and forming characters!
Our cast and crew delved into their roles by
immersing themselves in Dickens' rich characters,
finding both their emotional depth and the humour
that makes A Christmas Carol so timeless.
East Riding Theatre: Celebrating a Decade of
Storytelling and Community
In 2013, a group of passionate volunteers, wellknown professional actors and local businesses
came together to transform a forgotten historic
chapel into a vibrant independent theatre.
With hard work, donated goods and sheer
determination, the derelict building was brought
back to life.
Proudly sponsored by
"BAH HUMBUG?"
Our Volunteers Are the Heartbeat
From our very first production of Dickens’
timeless classic to today, East Riding Theatre has
grown into a beacon of creativity, supported by
the passion and generosity of our hardworking
volunteers and community fulfilling roles like front
of house, box office attendants, café and bar staff
etc...
With esteemed patrons like Dame Judi Dench and
Sir Mark Rylance and an unwavering commitment
to excellence, we look forward to many more
years of making magic on stage. ERT still relies
on its volunteers. Together, we can ensure East
Riding Theatre continues to inspire for decades
to come.
who played a vital role alongside local businesses
that donated goods and services.
Coordinated by individuals like Chris Harrod and
supported by a volunteer-led board of theatre
professionals and business experts, this collective
effort breathed new life into the building and gave
it a renewed purpose as a hub for culture and
connection.
BE PART OF THE ERT STORY!
Christmas is a time to foster genuine care,
compassion, and meaningful connection with
others. Our volunteers practice generosity every
day, making a real difference.
The transformation was made possible thanks to
volunteers, affectionately called the “ExtravERTs,”
Join us or donate if you have some time to spare.
Thursday 5th - Saturday 28th December 2024
Reduced Capacity Performance - Wednesday
18th December
School Performances - Thursday 12th &
Thursday 19th December
Café Bar Open 6.45pm | Doors Open 7.10pm
Show Starts 7.30pm + Selected Matinees
Price: £30-£15 (Group Booking Discounts
Available)
Let’s raise the curtain on another decade of
storytelling, together.
FUN FACT! Did you know that Malcolm
Tomlinson first took on the role of Scrooge when
the theatre opened?
Written by: Charles Dickens
Adapted by: Vincent Regan
Directed by: John McAndrew
Photo credit: Sara Kruger Photography
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