Charles Dickens’ ‘THE SIGNALMAN,’ presented by David Alnwick
About this show
An evening of Victorian illusions & ghost stories.
Occult Illusionist David Alnwick presents Charles Dickens’ ‘The Signalman.’
A lone traveller befriends a railway signalman who has a terrifying tale to tell.
Witness spectacular Victorian magic and illusions inspired by the works of Charles
Dickens, followed by a performance of the seminal short story.
Praise for previous work:
“Inspired… beautifully creepy” – The Guardian
“Nerve-shredding for the sold-out crowd” – The Scotsman
“Strong storytelling, good pace, and some very well executed magic… a fine slice of
fringe theatre that deserves greater exposure” – North East Theatre Guide
“The magic itself is flawless, and the storytelling aspect is equally perfectly
performed… It’s a style of performance that he has honed over the past few
Edinburgh Fringe Festivals… a triumph” – World Magic Review ★★★★★
★★★★★ The Student
★★★★★ ThreeWeeks
★★★★★ The Sphinx
★★★★ Broadway Baby
★★★★ Fringe Guru
Occult Illusionist David Alnwick is a writer, actor, and magician with a passion for
using magic to tell ghost stories. For over fifteen years, Alnwick’s acclaimed shows
have toured the Edinburgh Fringe festival and theatres throughout the UK receiving
rave reviews.
Watch his TEDx Talk ‘Why Magic Should Frighten You’ here:
https://youtu.be/ukEvHXnkTxY?si=RJjv6f2J20xs2cbJ
Suitable for age 12+.
Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.
Run time approx. 70mins.
Instagram Link: http://www.instagram.com/david.alnwick
Performance times
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Friday 29 May 2026, 6:00pm
From £12.50Suitable for age 12+. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.Book this performance