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Christopher Eccleston will be playing Scrooge in the Old Vic’s production of A Christmas Carol this year.

Having encountered Dickens in his third TV story as the Doctor, Eccleston will be portraying one of the writer’s most memorable roles in Jack Thorne’s adaptation which will run from 1 November to 6 January.

The Doctor Who and Dodger star said today: “As a child, I read and watched every and any version of A Christmas Carol because of a fascination with Scrooge’s psychology. As a young actor, I read everything I could about the legendary Old Vic. I’m a very lucky man to be part of this production and cannot wait to meet our audiences.”

Matthew Warchus’ production of A Christmas Carol was first seen in 2017, and played a critically lauded season on Broadway. It has set and costume by Rob Howell, composition and arrangement by Christopher Nightingale, lighting by Hugh Vanstone, sound by Simon Baker, casting by Jessica Ronane CDG and movement by Lizzi Gee. Josh Seymour is the associate director.

Warchus added: “Jack Thorne’s joyful adaptation of A Christmas Carol is a feast for the eyes, mind and heart. Already seen by over half a million people globally this love-filled production continues to snowball in popularity; indeed, more people booked to see the show last year than ever before. This year I am delighted to be working with Christopher Eccleston in the role of Scrooge and to be bringing back all the music, magic and festive joy for audiences old and new.”

New adventures for Eccleston’s Doctor continue to be produced by Big Finish.