Theatre near Bedford to reopen with adaptation of Christmas classic

Sharnbrook Mill Theatre is opening its doors again for a special one-man show from the great, great, grandson of Charles Dickens.

Gerald Dickens will present his own adaptation of A Christmas Carol, playing more than 30 characters using vocal and physical talents to bring each scene to life.

It will be the first performance the award-winning theatre has hosted since the country went into lockdown in March.

Douglas Pope, chairman of the trust said: “We are beyond excited to be opening again with such a prestigious show.

“So far this year we have had to cancel three of our own shows and several fundraising events, so to be able to reopen our doors and welcome back our supporters fills us all with pride as well as giving us a much needed boost.

"Our volunteers have spent so many hours over the past few months making sure the building is Covid-secure and also refurbishing and redecorating the theatre and our bar.”

The event is in aid of the Cool-Down Appeal, to fund air conditioning at the theatre.

Tickets for the one-man act on Saturday, December 12 at 3pm and 7.30pm, are £17.50 and are available here