As its autumn season of performances draws to a close, Dorset's touring arts charity Artsreach has re-released two digital performances, captured during lockdown in 2020, making them available to enjoy for free online in the comfort of your own home over the festive period.

Celebrate the festive season with a mesmerising performance of Charles Dickens' timeless, transformative story, 'A Christmas Carol', devised, adapted and performed especially for film by veteran Cornish actor and founder member of Kneehigh, David Mynne.

Performed live at Winterborne Stickland Village Hall in 2020, expect Dickens' original words with added silliness.

Then, enjoy 'A Dorset Christmas with The Ridgeway Singers and Band' and hear the story of how our ancestors celebrated Christmas in this film which features music, song, story and dance.

In December 2020, Artsreach was delighted to support The Ridgeway Singers and Band, led by Tim Laycock and Phil Humphries, to capture an alternative festive offering that's truly inspired by Dorset.

With tunes and songs from the Puddletown and Hinton St Mary manuscripts, and new carols in the West Gallery tradition, interspersed with readings, archive photographs and other images from across Dorset, plus a special performance of 'While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks by Night', expect a heart-warming seasonal celebration of all things Dorset.

Artsreach director Kerry Bartlett said: "With the launch of our brand new spring season imminent, we are delighted to be able to spread some Christmas cheer to our audiences at home and to those who are often unable to attend Artsreach events in person."

Both productions were originally captured and edited by Dorchester-based film company Pageant Productions and are available to watch online anytime until midnight on Sunday, January 1.

E-tickets for all events are available from the Artsreach website, and whilst the events are free to view, donations to Artsreach are welcomed.

For further information and to register, visit www.artsreach.co.uk