Sheffield Theatres has officially announced the complete cast and creative team for the upcoming festive production of A Christmas Carol. This adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic tale promises to deliver a refreshing take on the beloved story.
Creative Team Behind A Christmas Carol
The new version of A Christmas Carol is adapted by Aisha Khan and directed by Elin Schofield. The creative team features:
- Associate Director: Alex Pritchett
- Co-Designers: Rose Revitt and Kevin Jenkins
- Movement Director and Choreographer: Aline David
- Lighting Designer: Richard Howell
- Composer and Arranger: Matthew Malone
- Sound Designer: Gareth Fry
- Music Supervisor: Natalie Pound
- Casting Director: Juliet Horsley CDG
- Illusion Designer: John Bulleid
- Associate Illusion Designer: Sam Lupton
- Assistant Director: Verity Richards
- Wigs, Hair and Make-Up Manager: Helen Russell
- Make-Up Design: Campbell Young Associates
- Vocal Coach: Timothy Peters
Leading Cast Members
Heading the cast as Ebenezer Scrooge is Ian Midlane, marking his debut at Sheffield Theatres. Several notable actors are also joining the ensemble, including:
- Aaron Anthony as Fred and Edward
- Mel Lowe as Jack
- Adam Price as the Ghost of Christmas Present
- Anthony Ofoegbu as Jacob Marley
- Ryan O’Donnell as Bob Cratchit and Young Ebenezer
- Karen Wilkinson as a Swing
- Simon Whitaker, also making his Sheffield debut
- Kimberly Blake as Mrs. Cratchit, Young Ebenezer’s Mother, and Laundress
- Lucy Brindle as Isobel and Charwoman
- Nitai Levi as the Ghost of Christmas Past
- Kiah Lindsay as Little Fan and Martha
Performance Details
A Christmas Carol will run from 29 November 2025 to 10 January 2026. Throughout the show’s run, a company of twelve young performers will support the cast, performing in groups of four.
As a significant part of the Sheffield community, the production will incorporate Sheffield Carols, ensuring that the city’s choral traditions are kept alive. Tickets for A Christmas Carol are currently available for purchase through the box office, in person, over the phone, or online.
