Theatre

There’s something quietly magical about The Snowman. No dialogue, no modern gimmicks, no need to impress – just pure storytelling through movement, music and imagination. And somehow, year after year, it still feels as special as the first time. Based on Raymond Briggs’ beloved book, this stage adaptation by Birmingham Rep and Sadler’s Wells is a seasonal staple for families. We have been coming for five years with our children, and it has become one of our most treasured festive…

A Triumph of Wit, Wonder, and Young Talent Venue: Cambridge Theatre, LondonProduction: Matilda the Musical by the Royal Shakespeare CompanyDirector: Matthew WarchusMusic and Lyrics: Tim MinchinBook: Dennis Kelly Few productions manage to capture both the mischievous spirit of childhood and the moral weight of empowerment quite as deftly as Matilda the Musical. Now a staple of the West End since its 2011 debut, the show continues to astonish audiences with its blend of intelligence, heart, and theatrical invention. At the…

Christmas has begun! The stage show based upon the book by Raymond Briggs and the film directed by Dianne Jackson and produced by John Coates.  Performers The Snowman Andrew Ashton & Martin FentonThe Boy Phoenix Beharry, Teddy Holton-Frances & Stanley WilliamsFather Christmas / Dad Federico CasadeiIce Princess / Music Box Ballerina / Kung Fu Snowman / Reindeer Laura Boulter & Carla HogarthJack Frost / Cowboy Snowman / Toy Soldier / Coconut Wil TrashJack Frost / Cowboy Snowman / Toy Soldier / Pineapple Marko MaticScotty Snowman / Badger / Reindeer…

The Snowman returns to our theatres for the 22nd year, almost as a cue to announce Christmas. Based upon the book  by Raymond Briggs and produces by John Coates.

Alice in Wonderland is a beautiful British tale by Lewis Carroll, which was published in 1985.
This ballet version takes Alice down the Rabbit hole for a magical adventure.

Celebrating its 25th anniversary, Canadian contemporary circus crew Cirque Éloize (pronounced EL-WAZ) opens the doors to its new show Hotel, at Sadler’s Wells’ West End theatre.

A good fairy turned evil by jealousy casts a bad spell on a young princess. However, an act of pure love will undo her magic, restoring her heart and bringing peace and harmony to the entire kingdom.

Stick Man lives in the family tree. With his Stick Lady Love. And their stick children three…’

Forty years ago, Raymond Briggs’ beautifully illustrated book – The Snowman transported children into the wintery wonderland of a boy and his snowy companion.