The Night Before Christmas, a new adaptation of Clement C Moore’s bedtime story favourite which has delighted children for centuries, is written by Glyn Kerslake and Salisbury Playhouse’s Artistic Director Gareth Machin.
As snow falls and gas lamps flicker into life, the audience sets out on a joyful journey with Father Christmas across the night sky. Magic and music combine in this enchanting celebration of Christmas Eve which will enthral the young (and young at heart). Performed in the intimate surroundings of The Salberg, this show will be an unforgettable Christmas experience for families and anyone who believes in Father Christmas.
The Night Before Christmas will be performed by an ensemble cast led by Sophie Evans, runner up on the BBC’s Over the Rainbow who subsequently went on to play the role of Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz at the London Palladium, and Glyn Kerslake, whose recent work includes London Calling and Come Fly With Me at Salisbury Playhouse, and who has previously played The Phantom in the West End production of The Phantom of the Opera.
Completing the cast are Adrian Grove, whose musical credits include Starlight Express and Les Misérables, and Abigail Jaye, who has performed in the UK tour of Cats and the West End production of Blood Brothers.
The Night Before Christmas is directed by Gareth Machin with arrangements and musical direction by Glyn Kerslake. The productions are designed by Zoe Squire with lighting by Dave Marsh and choreography by Joanne Redman.
The Night Before Christmas is the perfect family treat and runs in The Salberg from Monday 5 to Saturday 31 December with morning and afternoon performances. For tickets or more information please contact the Ticket Office on 01722 320333 or visit www.salisburyplayhouse.com.