A Christmas Carol | A Radio Play on Stage
Thursday 4th December | 7.30pm
The Rockfield Centre, Oak Studio, Oban, PA34 5DQ
Standard | £15
Concession | £13
Dicken’s masterpiece is brought to the stage as a 1950s radio broadcast in front of a studio audience. Featuring live sound effects and an original score.
Following thirteen years of radio plays on stage including ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ (‘A perfectly formed triumph’ Tempohouse; ‘A terrific indulgence’ Love Books Group), ‘Para Handy’, ‘Dracula’ and ‘Frankenstein’ No Nonsense Productions return with ‘A Christmas Carol; A Radio Play on Stage’.
Dickens’ masterpiece is brought to the stage as a 1950s radio broadcast in front of a studio audience. Four actors play 1950s radio actors who in turn portray all the characters of ‘A Christmas Carol’.
Featuring live sound effects and an original score this is a rare opportunity to see how a 1950s radio broadcast was produced.
“FAB - U - LOUS! Supremely well done, funny, tense, sad - all the emotions. Great performances by all. BRAVO!”
“Wonderful! A joy.”
“Fantastic production! Amazing cast, excellent performances throughout. Had me laughing and near tears.”
“If I wasn’t feeling festive before, I definitely am now! What a joy to see. This performance should be a staple of everyone’s Christmas.”
“Thoroughly enjoyed the performance. Imaginative, touching, funny and a tonic for Christmas. Thank you.”
