Scrooge The Musical: Marti Pellow to star in major new Glasgow production next Christmas - here's how to get tickets

The Scottish music star will fulfil a life-long dream of his by playing the iconic Charles Dickens’ character, Ebenezer Scrooge, in the “deeply emotional” stage adaptation of A Christmas Carol.

With book, music and lyrics from legendary composer and lyricist Leslie Bricusse, the new production will be directed by Thom Southerland, one of the UK’s most exciting theatre directors, and presented at the SEC Armadillo next year.

Taking over the iconic venue from December 12, 2026 to January 10, 2027, tickets for the limited 5-week run will go on sale this week.

The former Wet Wet Wet frontman shared that it felt as though he had “waited so long” to play this role.

Pellow said: “This musical is an opportunity to explore one of the greatest journeys in theatre — from bitterness to joy, from isolation to redemption. Scrooge’s story is a mirror of our own humanity, it’s a reminder that change is always possible, no matter how lost we feel.”

Heaping praise on Bricusse’s music and the Southerland’s direction, he added that he was “so looking forward” to creating the new production at the Glasgow venue.

He said: “What a space to see this musical! The Scottish audiences are the best although I might be a bit biased. Well, the clue is in my accent.”

If you’re on the hunt for a Christmas present for a Marti Pellow fan in your life, here’s everything you need to know about tickets for Scrooge The Musical.

Scrooge The Musical coming to Glasgow in 2026

There is still a while to go until the new production of Scrooge The Musical will take over the SEC Armadillo for a limited, five-week period.

Pellow will make his debut as Scrooge on stage in Glasgow on Saturday, December 12 2026, with the run of shows set to end on Sunday, January 10 2027.

When do tickets go on sale?

General sale for Scrooge The Musical tickets will begin at 10am on Friday, November 14.

Tickets can be purchased from the venue’s website and box office.

Is there presale for Scrooge The Musical in Glasgow?

For those keen to see Pellow in Scrooge The Musical, there are two ticket presales.

The first is for fans of Marti Pellow, who are signed up for his mailing list. Fan presale will begin at 10am on Wednesday, November 12.

Then is also presale through the SEC for Scrooge The Musical, which can be accessed by signing up for the SEC newsletter before 4pm on Wednesday, December 12. Venue presale will begin at 10am on Thursday, November 13.

How much are tickets for Scrooge The Musical in Glasgow?

Whether you’re just beginning to consider Christmas presents or you’re well into buying them, there should be tickets to suit every budget for the Glasgow show.

According to the SEC’s own website, ticket prices for Scrooge The Musical will range from £13.85 to £87.65 (not including fees). Tickets will be limited to 8 per person and household.

What is Scrooge The Musical about?

Scrooge The Musical is a musical adaptation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, first created by Leslie Bricusse for the 1970 film by Ronald Neame.

The composer then closely adapted his own work on the film - which starred Albert Finney - for the stage.

The musical premiered at Birmingham’s Alexandra Theatre in 1992, and has since been produced around the world including West End revivals.

This new production will see Thom Southerland at the helm, with the award-winning director - whose credits include Parade, Titanic, Grand Hotel and more - set to follow in the footsteps of past iterations, while staying true to its “dark, Dickensian origins”.