Author and professional storyteller Dawn Nelson returns for a family friendly performance of Charles Dickens’ ‘A Christmas Carol’!

Rediscover the classic Victorian tale of a man in need of empathy and a lesson in the spirit of Christmas, told in the oral storytelling tradition and with the use of Kamishibai theatre (Japanese paper theatre).

Following the story, you will have the opportunity to craft your own Victorian-style Christmas wreath out of paper!


Before booking your space, please ensure you have read the information below

Performances will take place at 11:00, 12:30 and 13:45. Each will be followed by a children's craft session. You must book a space for your child, either through this webpage or in person at the City Museum. 

Please note that this booking only guarantees you a place on the activity. As this event is included in the price of admission, you will still be required to purchase entry tickets to the museum when you arrive if you do not have them already. You can also purchase your entry tickets online at any time by following this link: Winchester City Museum Tickets | Hampshire Cultural Trust (hampshireculture.org.uk).

  • Photograph of a festive mug next to an open book, set against a background of colourful Christmas lights.

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