"Mr. Dickens is Coming" and “Dickens & The Queen: a Meeting of Two Victorians" — live on stage with Gerald Dickens

Join us at Byers' Choice Ltd as our production floor is transformed into a stage for Gerald Dickens' masterful one-man performance of two little-known treasures inspired by Charles Dickens — one of the greatest writers of all time. “Mr Dickens is Coming:” In this light-hearted one-man show, Gerald Dickens flawlessly embodies the spirit of Charles Dickens, taking on multiple roles and seamlessly transitioning between characters from his ancestor's iconic novels. In this varied and entertaining look at the life of Charles Dickens, “Mr Dickens is Coming” uses characters, diary extracts, and observations from those who lived and worked with the author, as well as Gerald's own 21st-century views. “Dickens and the Queen:” Join us for a captivating journey back to the 19th century in Great Britain, where Queen Victoria and Charles Dickens defined the era. Surprisingly, these two iconic figures crossed paths only once! In this new performance, Gerald delves into the intricate relationship between the Queen and Charles Dickens. Experience the enchantment as Gerald recreates the long-awaited morning in 1870 at Buckingham Palace when these legendary individuals finally came face to face. Doors open at 2:30PM. 2-Act performance with intermission. General Admission Enjoy an On-Stage Q&A session with Mr. Dickens after the show!