Join Nick Mohammed as his critically acclaimed alter-ego Mr. Swallow for an all-singing, all-dancing festive classic.
Berk’s Nest and double Emmy award-nominated actor, comedian, and writer Nick Mohammed are thrilled to announce that the iconic character of Mr. Swallow is preparing to spread Christmas cheer once again as a brand-new version of the ensemble comedy A Christmas Carol (ish) transfers to the West End this Winter. Taking over @Sohoplace this Christmas, the show will open on 21stNovember, with previews from 16th November and will run through until 31st December 2024.
Returning as Mr. Swallow is Taskmaster loser and Ted Lasso star Nick Mohammed who has also written the production’s Book and Lyrics, with Music by Oliver Birch (I Want My Hat Back, National Theatre; Sleeping Beauty, Leeds Playhouse). Nick will be joined in the cast once again by Kieran Hodgson (Two Doors Down) and David Elms (Borderline), whilst joining the company for the first time will be acclaimed actor & comedian Martha Howe-Douglas (Ghosts, Horrible Histories).
Join Mr. Swallow and a star-studded cast for an all-singing, all-dancing comedy retelling of Dickens’ festive classic. When Santa cancels Christmas on Christmas Eve, he’s visited by three ghosts who must convince him to see the error of his ways and rediscover the magic of Christmas. But with mere hours to go, and only one working reindeer, how will he deliver everything on time?!
Mr. Swallow is one of the country’s most popular / irritating comedy creations from Nick Mohammed – one of the UK’s most celebrated comedians, actors and writers. Nick has received feverish critical acclaim for his live character comedy work and has skilfully transferred this success to the small screen including an appearance at this year’s BAFTA Film Awards to an enthralled Ryan Gosling.
Nica Burns for @sohoplace said: “An utterly original and inventive take on one of our most loved traditional Christmas stories. Witty, inventive, funny, sometimes frivolous but always delightful. Nick Mohammed and his brilliant comedy team will give you a memorable evening of laughter to spice up the coldest of wintery days and remember, in our intimate auditorium you will be very close…”
So get ready, jangle those jingles, devour those Christingles, it’s time for some Christmas chaos!
Listings:
A CHRISTMAS CAROL (ISH): November 16th 2024 – December 31st 2024
@SOHOPLACE 4 Soho Pl, Charing Cross Rd, London W1D 3BG
7.30pm and 2pm matinees (Friday and Saturday)
Fri 13th Dec, 7.30pm - BSL interpreted
Fri 20th Dec, 7.30pm - Audio Described
Sat 21st Dec, 7.30pm - Captioned
Tickets: A Christmas Carol (ish) | West End Theatre | @sohoplace
Further Information: A Christmas Carol (ish) - Nick Mohammed