The Muppet Christmas Carol was directed by Brian Henson in 1992 and closely follows Dickens’ original classic. Scrooge is still his horrid, nasty self, and he is still visited by ghosts throughout Christmas Eve. The ending also stays true to the original, but of course we won’t reveal that to you now.  

Ms Cotrim together with the students at BISS Puxi have used this world famous adaptation for inspiration during rehearsals. As well as following the script, students were encouraged by the directors to present their characters as displaying the features and mannerisms of the puppet that played them. For example, Rizzo, who was played by a rat in the Muppet’s adaptation, is consistently eating, scratching and searching for food. Mrs Cratchit is also just as loud, bolshie and (let’s be honest) annoying as Miss Piggy, who originally played her. The students have also incorporated the humour used by the Muppets within their piece to ensure it is suitable and enjoyable for an audience of all ages. Overall, the creative team has adopted many of Henson’s songs and ideas within the production, whilst still making it their own. 

The Muppet Christmas Carol is suitable for all ages, and will be enjoyed by young and old.