As a cinephile with a penchant for theatrical performances, I must confess, the journey of Martha Howe-Douglas from Cleopatra and Boudicca to Chantelle on the West End stage is nothing short of captivating. Her life seems to be a series of unexpected twists and turns, much like the plotlines in her beloved Horrible Histories.
Many enthusiasts of Horrible Histories will undoubtedly be delighted to hear that Martha Howe-Douglas hasn’t let go of her past roles as Cleopatra, Boudicca, and Elizabeth I from the cherished CBBC Series. In fact, she finds herself drawing on this experience more than ever before today.
At the moment, I’m gracing the West End stage for the first time as part of the comedy show, A Christmas Carol(ish), where I play Chantelle, a cruise ship singer. Despite my initial reservations, I’ve been roped into participating in a rather eccentric adaptation of A Christmas Carol, orchestrated by none other than Mr. Swallow – an alias of Ted Lasso star, Nick Mohammed.
This experience ranks among the toughest challenges I’ve faced in my lifetime, yet it’s also one of the most rewarding achievements I’ve made.
Recently, Howe-Douglas made her debut on stage for the very first time in an off-West End production of The Government Inspector. Suddenly, she was asked to play the governor’s wife, plunging her straight into the action once more.
As a devoted cinephile, I find myself reminiscing about my experience with “The Government Inspector.” You see, I only had ten days to immerse myself in it, and upon concluding that timeframe, I swore to myself, “I will not embark on this journey again.” However, here I am!
Initially, the character was portrayed by Sarah Hadland, but since she’s participating in Strictly Come Dancing now, I found myself playing catch-up. Fortunately, my team has been incredibly supportive and understanding.
She continued by explaining that the series heavily focuses on Mr. Swallow, and because Mohammed is always improvising, she needs to stay prepared for anything.
“In rehearsal, there’s been a lot of breaking character.”
Since there won’t be a Ghosts Christmas special this year, the actress stated that the play offered an ideal holiday experience for her: “It’s a full-blown festive adventure, making it truly fitting for me.
“This feels like the embodiment of Christmas; I truly wish that it brings a huge smile to everyone’s faces as they begin their celebrations.
You might also want to check out our compilation of top Christmas performances in London, as well as our critique on “The Devil Wears Prada.” Enjoy your reading!
When and where can I see A Christmas Carol(ish)?
From now until 31st December 2024, I’ll be gracing the stage at Soho Place. You can catch me there every weekday, Mondays through Saturdays, excluding the 29th of Sundays. It’s a Christmas Carol-ish experience you won’t want to miss!
The freshly opened theatre in the West End lies in close proximity to Tottenham Court Road train station, making it conveniently reachable via the Elizabeth Line and Central Line.
How much do A Christmas Carol(ish) cost?
Tickets start from £43 at London Theatre Direct, but be aware that availability is running low!
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2024-12-06 20:03