Scrooge Saves Christmas with A CHRISTMAS CAROL A Brand New Retelling Of The Classic Family Tale Is Coming Soon
“A refreshing, absorbing and unique iteration…that uplifts the human spirit and makes every Christmas that little bit better.” - Graham Watts OBE, Chairman of the Dance Section of The Critics’ Circle
“I will honour Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year. I will live in the Past, the Present, and the Future. The Spirits of all Three shall strive within me. I will not shut out the lessons that they teach!”
BehindA Christmas Carolare two of the most exciting and creative British filmmakers today. Sibling directors Jacqui Morris and David Morris first shot to prominence with their 2013 debut, the double BAFTA nominated McCullin. Their
With pantomime season all but cancelled, the dual approach to release is to support both cinema and theatre industries during a time of financial hardship generated by the Coronavirus pandemic.
"My career started with working backstage in the theatre. Theatre continues to inspire and influence my work as a filmmaker today and I have been devastated by the current situation theatres face. Our version of A Christmas Carol offers an immersive, theatre-like experience for families both in cinema and theatres, will delight to those missing out on live dance and pantomime this festive season. I am thrilled to offer theatres a chance to screen the film to help raise funds and keep doors ajar until patrons can return in full capacity.” said Director and Producer Jacqui Morris.
“As families have bonded and are staying closely-knit during the pandemic, and although streaming platforms have been great through lockdown, now's the time for families to get lost in an immersive film in a way that only cinema can provide. This is what cinema is best at and I think Dickens’ simple and moving tale of redemption and the power of giving will particularly resonate this year.” she added.
Choreography is by Southbank award winner and Associate Artist of Sadlers Wells, Russell Maliphant. Design is by Darko Petrovic, famed for his unique blend of high artistry and diverse contemporary style and the Score is by Tony Award Nominee, Alex Baranowski.
Audiences will be able to catch A Christmas Carol in cinemas and select theatre venues nationwide from November 20
Simon Russell Beale as the voice of Scrooge - Danced by Michael Nunn and Jakub Franasowicz
Andy Serkis as the voice of Marley’s Ghost - Danced by Russell Maliphant
Martin Freeman as the voice of Bob Cratchit - Danced by Karl Fagerlund Brekke
Daniel Kaluuya as The Ghost of Christmas Present - Danced by Mikey Boats
Carey Mulligan as Belle - Danced by Grace Jabbari
Lesley Caron as The Ghost of Christmas Past - Danced by Dana Fouras
Dame Sian Philips as The Narrator
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