RSC reveals children cast in A CHRISTMAS CAROL including the iconic role of Tiny Tim

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The Royal Shakespeare Company have revealed the names of the children who will appear alongside Adrian Edmondson (who plays Scrooge) in its forthcoming production of Dickens’ classic festive tale, A Christmas Carol, from 26 October 2022-1 January 2023.

The roles the children play include the iconic part of Tiny Tim, which will be shared by four young actors.

Tiny Tim will be shared by Jasiri Brown (aged 9), Gracie Coates (aged 7), Jasper Dance (aged 11), and Alexander Joseph (aged 11).

Director of A Christmas Carol, Rachel Kavanaugh, said: “Alexander, Gracie, Jasiri and Jasper all bring something exceptional and joyous to the role of Tim Cratchit through their own unique experience and talent. It is a privilege to work with them, along with all the children in the show. And great fun!”

The children’s cast also includes: Benjamin Kuehl, Joseph Kuehl and Alastair Ngwenya who share the roles of Peter Cratchit, Doctor’s Boy, Schoolboy, Tinder and Miner; Aiden Cole, William Derbyshire and Joey Unitt who share the roles of Joe Cratchit, Boy Scrooge, Henry, Master Clippy, Second Fezziwig child and Ignorance; Aashirya Budathoki, Emilia Danks Smith and Serena Ram who share the roles of Christmas Future, Miss Kwiff, Schoolboy, Victoria, Caroller and First Fezziwig child; and Belle Avi, Geneva Kaur Mann and Evangeline Parker who share the role of Susan Cratchit, Charlotte, Schoolboy, Want and Fred’s daughter.

A Christmas Carol is designed by Stephen Brimson Lewis with lighting by Tim Mitchell, music by Catherine Jayes, sound by Fergus O’Hare, and movement by Georgina Lamb.

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