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Dec 2023
54m 29s

Worlds of Pure Imagination

THE TLS
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This week, Toby Lichtig goes to see the latest Roald Dahl adaptations, junior critic in tow; and Dinah Birch celebrates the enduring power of Ebenezer Scrooge.


'The Witches', at the National Theatre, London, until 27 January 2024

'Wonka', on general release

'A Christmas Carol', by Charles Dickens


Produced by Charlotte Pardy


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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