Naman Ramachandran “Ted Lasso” star Nick Mohammed‘s comedy creation Mr. Swallow is set to bring his unique take on a holiday classic to London’s West End this winter. “A Christmas Carol (ish),” written by and starring the double Emmy-nominated Mohammed, will run at @sohoplace from Nov.
16 through Dec. 31. The production, which follows a successful development run at Soho Theatre in 2022, offers a comedic spin on Dickens’ tale.
In this version, Santa cancels Christmas on Christmas Eve, prompting visits from three ghosts who must convince him to change his mind.
With only hours to go and one working reindeer, the challenge to deliver everything on time ensues. Rejoining Mohammed in the cast are Kieran Hodgson (“Two Doors Down”) and David Elms (“Borderline”), with Martha Howe-Douglas (“Ghosts”) making her debut with the company.
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