Gerald Dickens
Byers' Choice Ltd., will transform its factory floor into a theater, transporting the audience to the world of Charles Dickens with two masterful performances by renowned English actor, Gerald Charles Dickens. The great-great-grandson of the legendary author will enact two of his famous ancestor’s short stories, “The Signalman” and “Doctor Marigold” during this special Bucks County appearance.
Gerald brings a range of emotions to the stage, from fear to sadness and hope to joy, during his captivating one-man shows, which have entertained audiences across the United States and the UK for the past 30 years.
“The Signalman” is a spine-chilling, atmospheric ghost story telling the haunting memories of a grisly railway disaster, inspired by the Staplehurst rail crash of 1865 involving Charles Dickens.The melodramatic “Doctor Marigold” (one of Charles Dickens' most popular performances during his reading tours) is a street peddler, addressing the audience directly with his fast-paced sales patter. As he talks, he shares his inspiring life story, which is at once funny, tragic, heart breaking, and uplifting. Although little known today, Dr Marigold still moves audiences as it did in Charles’ day.
“The Signalman” and “Doctor Marigold” Schedule and Ticket Information:
Date/Time: Saturday, September 10th; 3pmVenue: Byers' Choice Ltd., 4355 County Line Road, Chalfont, Pa 18914Price: $28 Ticket; Purchase tickets online https://www.byerschoice.com/events.html or call 215-822-6700
About Byers' Choice Ltd.
Byers’ Choice Ltd. has been handcrafting the nationally-known Carolers® figurines for more than 40 years in Bucks County, PA. The company also produces Advent calendars and other distinctive Christmas and seasonal decorations. The free Christmas Museum at Byers’ Choice attracts more than 70,000 visitors per year. Open Mon. - Sat: 10am to 5pm; Sun: Noon to 5pm. For more information, visit www.byerschoice.com.