Two men in formal Victorian attire and festive tinsel stand in front of a wrapped gift against a red background; one holds a magnifying glass while the other wears a top hat.

Photo Credit: Bo Poraj and Marc Antolin. Courtesy of production

Bo Poraj and Marc Antolin to star in 'Sherlock Holmes and the Twelve Days of Christmas'

The full cast for Humphrey Ker and David Reed’s comedy Sherlock Holmes and the Twelve Days of Christmas has been announced, including Bo Poraj and Marc Antolin.

Summary

The production will play at London’s Alexandra Palace Theatre from 24 November 2026 - 17 January 2027
Bo Poraj and Marc Antolin will star as Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson
The complete cast has been announced

Aliya Al-Hassan29 October, 2026, 11:00

Bo Poraj and Marc Antolin will star in Humphrey Ker and David Reed’s comedy, Sherlock Holmes and the Twelve Days of Christmas, as the complete cast is announced. The production will play at London’s Alexandra Palace Theatre from 24 November 2026 - 17 January 2027.

The full cast includes Bo Poraj as Sherlock Holmes and Olivier Award nominee Marc Antolin as Dr. Watson. They are joined by Edward Bourne as Swing, Jonnie Broadbent as Arthur Stone, Annabel Brook as Ernie, Wayne Cater as Wotan, Margot Jardine as Swing, Mia Jerome as Queen Victoria, Olivia-Faith Kamau as Estella Bottle, Mia Overfield as Clifford, Vivien Parry as Mrs Hudson, Emily Pithon as Professor Murray, John Ramm as Lestrade, John-Luke Roberts as Fafner, and Charlie Russell as Athena Faversham.

It’s Christmas in Victorian London, but in the West End, performers are dropping dead on stage. With the bodies piling up, Sherlock Holmes must catch the killer before the next murder. But will this be the case that finally brings down the great detective?

Writers Humphrey Ker and David Reed added: “We've basically done our absolute damnedest to pack in everything we love about Christmas into one show: Laughter, songs, fabulous costumes, goodwill to all and a series of gruesome and elaborate killings. We couldn't be happier to be bringing our original Sherlock Holmes adventure to the actual Victorian theatre where they film Jools Holland. What could be more Christmassy than that?”

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Photo Credit: Courtesy of production

Frequently asked questions

What is Sherlock Holmes and the 12 Days of Christmas about?

It’s Christmas in Victorian London. In the glittering West End – where dreams come true and nothing bad ever happens – performers are suddenly dropping dead mid-scene.

Scotland Yard rules out foul play. But when the world's greatest consulting detective, Sherlock Holmes, uncovers a chilling connection to The Twelve Days of Christmas, he knows something sinister is afoot.

How long is Sherlock Holmes and the 12 Days of Christmas?

The running time of Sherlock Holmes and the 12 Days of Christmas is 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.

Where is Sherlock Holmes and the 12 Days of Christmas playing?

Sherlock Holmes and the 12 Days of Christmas is playing at Alexandra Palace. The theatre is located at Alexandra Palace Way, London, N22 7AY, London, N22 7AY.