Actor and Occult Illusionist David Alnwick presents Charles Dickens’ classic ‘The Signalman.’

A lone traveller befriends a railway signalman who has a terrifying tale to tell. The reading is performed in classic Dickensian style, and is preceded by a live performance of Victorian spiritualist magic.

“Inspired… beautifully creepy” – The Guardian
“Nerve-shredding for the sold-out crowd” – The Scotsman
“Strong storytelling, good pace, and some very well executed magic” – North East Theatre Guide

★★★★★ “The magic itself is flawless, and the storytelling aspect is equally perfectly performed… a triumph” – World Magic Review
★★★★★ The Student
★★★★★ ThreeWeeks
★★★★★ The Sphinx

Tickets: £7.50

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