Disney's The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert

If you are looking for something a bit different to do this winter, the Brighton Centre has announced that The Muppet Christmas Carol will be coming to the venue on Sunday, 13 December 2026. This isn't just a standard screening; the film will be shown with a live orchestra performing the score throughout the movie. It is part of a wider UK tour organised by the promoter Senbla, bringing the 1992 film back to the big screen in this specific format.

For those familiar with the film, it features Michael Caine as Ebenezer Scrooge, alongside Kermit the Frog as Bob Cratchit, and Gonzo taking on the role of Charles Dickens, the narrator. The music, which the orchestra will be playing live, was originally composed by Miles Goodman, with songs written by Paul Williams. It is a straightforward setup: you watch the film while the musicians handle the soundtrack in real-time.

Regarding the logistics, the doors are scheduled to open at 14:00, with the film itself starting at 15:00. Tickets are priced starting from £38.95 and are available through the Brighton Centre website, Ticketmaster, or Disney Tickets. They go on sale on Friday, 24 April 2026, at 10:00. It is worth noting that while this is a family-friendly event, the venue specifies that anyone under the age of 14 needs to be accompanied by an adult.

There was some confusion online earlier regarding the date, with some older articles mentioning 12 December, but the official information for the 2026 tour confirms the event is taking place on the 13th. It is a fairly specific type of event, so if you enjoy the film or are interested in seeing how a live orchestra changes the experience of watching a movie, this is the date to mark in your calendar.