Festive favourite with live soundtrack set to wow film fans
An iconic Christmas movies is set to visit Worcestershire and the Black Country, just in time for Christmas
The iconic 1951 film Scrooge is set visit Stourport and Stourbridge as part of a UK tour and for the first time will be screened with the film music played live.
By painstakingly transcribing the music scores and lines the Christmas Classic’s soundtrack will be performed ‘in concert’ by the FB Pocket Orchestra for a special festive performance at Stourbridge Town Hall, Dudley on December 17 billed as Scrooge Live.
Starring the legendary Alastair Sim as Ebenezer Scrooge, film goers will experience the production in a totally unique way with atmospheric sound effects, synchronisation and an immersive musical journey that takes the film to new audiences.
The Charles Dicken’s tale of Scrooge, A Christmas Carol and his journey with the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future is synonymous with everyone’s festive folklore.
The beloved tale of redemption and goodwill can now truly come to life and protect the cinematic history whilst taking the film to new audiences.
The sixteen date UK wide tour launches in Stourport on Sunday November 30 at The Civic before heading to a series of iconic venues across the country including St George’s Hall in Liverpool, Chichester and Worcester Cathedral.
Ollie Corbin co-director of the FB Pocket Orchestra andpromoter said:“Scrooge Live is a new and totally unique way to experience this classic film.
"The musical arrangement has taken months of planning and with our UK tour just a few weeks away we are excited to welcome audiences at venues across the country.
"Whilst the film has seen numerous remakes over the past years there is something special about an original production and it has been an honour to use our musical skills that will bring to life a true Christmas classic.”
Tickets which start at £20 for adults at Stourport are available here and for Stourbridge here
