November seems to be creeping by ever so quickly. So we’ve done our research into whats on at the theatre this Winter, to bring you today’s post. It should help to narrow down the choices when it comes to a visit to the theatre with your little ones. These Christmas shows are the perfect way to kickstart your Christmas celebrations..
Finding Santa
A wonderful show that brings to life magical puppetry in this brand new interactive Christmas adventure for all the family.
Where: The Little Angel Theatre, Islington
Running Time: 45 minutes
Recommended for ages: 3 – 8 years old
Prices: Full-price Adults – £13.50. Children (age 1 – 15) and Concessions – £11.50 Friday Fives: all tickets £5 at 5pm on Fridays
Tickets and more info here.
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Join Santa as he awakes from a dream of sun, sea and sand only to find it’s the busiest time of year: Christmas Eve!
Where: Lyric Hammersmith
When: 21st Nov – 30th Dec
Running time: 60 mins
Recommended for ages: Under 6
Prices: £10 ‐ £18
Tickets and more info here.
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In The Winter Wood
Come and snuggle down in our Adventure Theatre for tales full of bravery and friendship. In the Winter Wood is a newly devised, interactive story inspired by winter stories from around the world, created by storyteller Jan Blake.
Where: Polka Theatre, Wimbledon
When: 29th Nov-17th Feb 2019
Running time: 45 minutes
Recommended for ages: 3-6 years
Prices:£12.50 | Concessions £9
Tickets and more info here. (Tickets are selling fast)!
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The Snowman
Twinkling with festive spirit, The Snowman stage show, a magical mix of dancing, storytelling, spectacle, a flying Snowman and live music, is the perfect Christmas treat.
Where: Peacock Theatre, Holborn
When: 22nd Nov – 6th Jan 2019
Running time: 1 hr 50 mins (including one 20 min interval)
Recommended for ages: Suitable for all ages.
Prices: From £15
Tickets and more info here.
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Philip Pullman’s Grimm Tales
A most delicious selection of Philip Pullman’s favourite fairy tales by the Brothers Grimm, re-told and re-worked for this Christmas. Enter a world of powerful witches, enchanted forest creatures, careless parents and fearless children as they embark on adventures full of magic, gore, friendship, and bravery.
Where: The Unicorn Theatre, London
When: 13th Nov – 6th Jan 2019
Running time: Approx 2 hrs 10 mins (incl. interval)
Recommended for ages: 8 years – adult
Prices: Under 18s: £12 – £20, Adults: £16 – £26
Tickets and more info here.
Do you have any theatre trips planned this winter?
