Reviews

• Sylvia Hallahan

  Jan 14, 2023

  My husband and l always enjoy going to see A Christmas Carol on New Year's Eve and this year's didn't disappoint. We love everything even down to the mince pies, fake snow and oranges. The Cast were fantastic as usual and the enthusiasm they have us inspiring. Love it love it love it

• Ce

  Jan 9, 2023

  Wonderful performance by all

• Cathy

  Jan 9, 2023

  Really enjoyed A Christmas Carol. Excellent show

• Joanne Mcloughlin

  Jan 8, 2023

  Loved the adaptation and the script . Loved the way the story was put across. Thoroughly enjoyed the staging of the production and the whole way it was produced The music score and the carols really enhanced the Christmassy feel and the production generally and the sound produced by singers and musicians was excellent . The acting really brought the character’s to life. All in all excellent and an uplifting experience. Came out buzzing with the enjoyment of live theatre.

• Ken

  Jan 8, 2023

  A fantastic show, absolutely brilliant. Hope this is playing again next year, as it will be on the top of my Christmas list.

• Chloe Farrin

  Jan 8, 2023

  An emotional piece of theatre, bought to life by a dedicated and brilliant cast and crew! From start to finish the show was sensational and overwhelming!! Owen Teale captured the audience with his portrayal of Ebenezer Scrooge, whilst the rest of the cast compliment his character beautifully! The music in this production was unique and each piece created some of the most powerful, elegant and emotional scenes of theatre! From start to finish the show is simply outstanding!

• David Black

  Jan 8, 2023

  Like my wife the Panto was stunningly produced and the performance was amazing Entranced from beginning to end Very moving story and music and bell chimes quite enchanting Left feeling still like Christmas And blow me down, the trains were running all the way back to Wimbledon Just loved it

• Louise

  Jan 8, 2023

  A really lovely engaging production which all the family enjoyed, even hard to impress teenagers!

• Chrissie

  Jan 8, 2023

  I thoroughly enjoyed the show. I’d never been there before and found the venue quaint and unique. Great production. Love Dickens and shows of that era. Also love Jane Austen so notify me if anything comes up!! Just what I needed at the beginning of the dismal year we are experiencing. Thanks

• Mark Hetenyi

  Jan 6, 2023

  Real natural Dickens Christmas, with something for all ages.

• Victoria Baker Smith

  Jan 5, 2023

  Wow. I took my husband and teenage son. They were not that excited as we set off but throughout the performance their faces beamed,..it was better than expected. 7/10from the teenager. Trust me that’s an A*. So lucky I got to see it as just lost my Dad and I needed something to lift my mood. Owen was dynamic. Hilarious. Loveable. Entire Cast faultless. Brilliant start to 2023.

• Colin

  Jan 4, 2023

  Just fabulous, the whole cast were superb , the small twists in the story from the usual worked well and added a new insight into what happened to Scrooge. Loved it

• Claire Fleming

  Jan 4, 2023

  This is by far the greatest rendition of A Christmas Carol I have seen. From the moment you enter the theatre to the moment you leave you are entranced. The lighting, the smells, the intimacy of the theatre, and the the interactions all make you feel part of the play. I LOVE this play. Have seen it four times and would happily watch it 40 more times.

• Kay Bonham-Clarke

  Jan 3, 2023

  I was very much impressed that this version of A Christmas Carol was excellent. It was totally Scrooge Reincarnated. I enjoyed all the actors performances and especially enjoyed the hand bells, that was a lovely touch. I see the Christmas Carol every year in London, its part of my Christmas ritual. This was by far, the best production I have seen. Well done

• FaithS

  Jan 1, 2023

  This production has become my new tradition. Owen Teale was fabulous as Scrooge and the rest of the cast were superb. The vegetables were my favourite part!

• Jo Hopkins

  Dec 31, 2022

  Spectacular set, dancing, singing, acting and bell ringing, my father-in-law found it impossible to take his usual theatre nap. All round winner!

• Julie Barton

  Dec 30, 2022

  I bought these tickets as a Christmas present for my partner. We both thoroughly enjoyed the show. We had seats right next to the stage and so felt fully immersed in the show that made us laugh and cry! It was a lovely ending to Christmas to see the original Christmas Carol, as written by Charles Dickens. (my partner said it was a nice change to Kermit & Miss Piggy!!)

• Joe Elbright

  Dec 30, 2022

  Did not like....

• Denise Zack

  Dec 29, 2022

  It was amazing. Loved it

• Claire Stringer

  Dec 28, 2022

  Best show we have seen in a while, thoroughly entertaining.

• Christine Dunbar

  Dec 26, 2022

  Owen Teale portrayed Eberneezer Scrooge to a T. Outstanding performance from all the cast, and production well put together including props and sound effects. Always love the end with the food and snow. We will be back again next year for sure.

• Mrs E Tsolakides

  Dec 26, 2022

  What a brilliant production of A Christmas Carol! Superb acting by Owen Teale and indeed by the entire cast. It was all about the characters with no distractions from fancy props. Loved the bell ringing. Felt so Christmassy especially as we visited on Christmas Eve.

• Demi

  Dec 25, 2022

  Disappointed,this is not a show it is a play created with minimum cast and pathetic props .

• Dave + Carol

  Dec 24, 2022

  We return every year to the old vics production of A Christmas Carol and this years was absolutely superb. We both thought that Owen Teal was the most powerful and moving Scrooge we have seen. If you love Christmas you must see this it is just wonderful. We're already talking about next year.

• Colin Owen

  Dec 23, 2022

  As always a fantastic production . I have been on three consecutive years and never been disappointed. It starts my Christmas. ❤️

• Lisa

  Dec 23, 2022

  I have seen many renditions of this play and none have come close to moving me in such a way. Owen Teale was glorious and so were the handbell-ringing cast. Some lovely surprises along the way and in such a beautiful theatre too.

• Peter of paris

  Dec 23, 2022

  An elderly traveler and his three guests not unlike travelers to Bethlehem were caste out by the old vic and the booking agency through whom 4 very expensive tickets were purchased. I left my printed tickets behind in paris and neither the booking agency or the theatre were the slightest bit interested in helping me. Indeed professed no booking in my name Yet right on cue this morning i am asked by AI to write a review. I challenge you to publish this tale of British xmas cheer and hospitality to your tourists.. ho ho ho London town. I am on the train back to paris.. disappointed

• Dave

  Dec 21, 2022

  The performance 20-12-22 7pm we had booked tickets for was cancelled by the Old Vic due to staff illnesses! very upsetting Please refund me for the cost of tickets, and hopefully provide some compensation to me for the waste of travel costs £80 time and the disappointment for me my guests.

• Jo B

  Dec 21, 2022

  No one’s fault but due to cast illness the show was cancelled at the last minute and we were told on arrival. Such a shame as we were excited to see the show and get into the Christmas spirit. Complimentary drinks were offered and the best was made of the evening. Get well soon everyone! Looking forward to receiving the ticket refund in due course!

• Steven g

  Dec 21, 2022

  Excellent show

• Clare Cushing

  Dec 20, 2022

  Excellent adaptation of a classic. Humorous and heartwarming. I may have shed a tear at the end!

• Lorhawk

  Dec 19, 2022

  Moving, funny and it left me feeling full of joy. The must see Christmas show.

• Cathryn

  Dec 18, 2022

  Magical, absorbing, emotional - a stunning production that took me to the depths of despair to the highest high of Christmas happiness.

• Justin

  Dec 18, 2022

  What a great night, the acting, the atmosphere, fantastic. We were expecting to enjoy the show but not as much as we did. Thoroughly recommended 👍

• Sabs003

  Dec 17, 2022

  Such a lovely show to watch to get you in the Christmas spirit. Loved it, was very magical.

• Rachel

  Dec 17, 2022

  The show was awesome and the theatre beautiful. The theatre was used creatively and the special effects were brilliant. A truly wonderful performance - all the family enjoyed it and it was a fabulous start to Christmas. I would highly recommend it. One of the best shows we have seen for a while. Well done to the superb cast! Brilliant!

• Bunty Kites

  Dec 17, 2022

  Loved the “Muffin Man” touch offering Mince Pies and Satsumas to the seating audience. The Baylis Circle vendor offered friendly banter and a cheery welcome, so did “Nell” when she proffered more satsumas- off to a great start. Scene setting street singing overture with carols and bell ringing on a deceptively simple stage in the round. Effective use of under stage/plank lighting and slotted props made for smooth scene changes. Very clever, very subtle, very Dickensian. Gruel, fuel, cruelty what more could you desire from A Christmas Carol at the Old Vic? Ah yes a white Christmas ……..There was Snow! Loved it!

• Ron

  Dec 16, 2022

  Great fun and well acted

• d hussey

  Dec 16, 2022

  Theatre at its best.

• Sharon

  Dec 14, 2022

  We so enjoyed this show. Just the right amount of audience participation and a brilliant cast. Great entertainment - well done!

• Peter

  Dec 14, 2022

  This was our third year and it’s wonderful every time. The staging is outstanding and the cast are so talented.

• Meena

  Dec 13, 2022

  Fabulous show - the whole experience was great! A must for everyone!!

• Gemma J

  Dec 13, 2022

  I have never been to the old Vic before and although I know the Christmas Carol story I wasn’t sure what to expect. It was amazing I loved it. The fake snow the audience involvement and the hand bells just fabulous. The orchestra were great too and the sound effects. I would definitely go again and recommend it to every one.

• Mannix

  Dec 13, 2022

  Never made the show. I could not find the confirmation email to confirm tickets purchased.

• DJ Torquay

  Dec 12, 2022

  This is the second year we have seen this performance. Again we have been overwhelmed by the powerful, moving and humorous performance and production. It is worth the cost of a 400 mile return trip and this is now part of an annual pilgrimage!

• Graham Davies

  Dec 10, 2022

  From the beginning, with mince pies and oranges, the mood was magically set. Taking elements of the Charles Dickens story, the play explored background, family, struggle and hardship with music, song, snow and swift moving story telling. The culmination of the play, bringing together strands of The Christmas Carol and reinventing them, was a theatrical triumph. Potatoes, oranges, more potatoes and Brussels sprouts cascading onto the stage was a joy to watch. And not a dry eye in the house with the last bell ringing music. Poignant and at the same time, hard hitting, with a relevant reminder of our roles and duties in society. We were so fortunate to see this show.

• Shelley

  Dec 10, 2022

  A very unusual stage set up that made you feel part of the performance, The atmosphere was magicall, I loved it and I will definitely be going again.

• Linda

  Dec 9, 2022

  It was a wonderful show and put us in the moment. Beautifully acted we laughed and we cried. I wish we could see it again but now on the other side of the pond. Really enjoyed the mince pies.

• ED

  Dec 9, 2022

  Fabulous festive family treat embedding Dickensian spirit with fun surprises at the end.

• Joe

  Dec 9, 2022

  The show was fantastic we had a lovely evening cast were brilliant