What the Dickens?

Date: 16th December
Time: 19.30
Location: The Square Tower, Portsmouth
Cost: £2.50

Bah, humbug? Not a chance! “What the Dickens?” is a sparkling celebration of words, music, and theatre that’s guaranteed to chase away the winter gloom. Directed by Caroline Brennan and produced by Carole Carrell, the show features Portsmouth’s finest talent: Cecily Holland, Jonathan Aylett, Ryan Chambers, Popph Roche, Richard Williams, Kev McCready, Amy Rose Benham, Esther Harris, Rebecca Loveday, and Rich Lansley.

Join poets, authors, and performers as they reimagine Dickens’ best-loved characters with a festive twist – from Scrooge himself to the ghosts that still haunt our imaginations. Expect dramatic performances, immersive storytelling, and a rousing sing-along to warm even the chilliest of hearts. Highlights include a special reading from Tim Suffolk of the Dickens Fellowship and a spirited performance from a local choir.

It’s a night of merriment, mischief, and magic – a tribute to Dickens with a modern Portsmouth flavour. Tickets £2.50 – and yes, that even includes entry into our festive prize draw.

Book here.