Event type: Theatre

Inspired by the BAFTA nominated animated series from Magic Light Pictures and based on the picture books by multi-award-winning illustrator Axel Scheffler (The Gruffalo) this exciting new live stage show celebrates the power of imagination, kindness, and creativity for little ones and families everywhere.

Pip and Posy are best friends whose lives revolve around the world of play. Their stories are a joyful celebration of friendship in all its forms – the laughter, the ups and downs, the silliness, and care. Together with their friends Mo and Jamila, they head off on a thrilling adventure through tangled jungles, across slimy swamps, and high above the clouds aboard a big red balloon. Just watch out, the Troll is after the treasure!

Packed with toe-tapping songs, stunning puppetry, and irresistible interactive play, Pip and Posy are waiting for you. Come on, let’s play!

See more about the show at PipandPosyLive.co.uk (link opens in a new tab)

A country on the precipice of another terrible war. An abdicated king. A constitutional crisis. And the only man who can provide hope for the nervous British public is Bertie – a man who is shy, unprepared for monarchy and, worst of all, has a debilitating speech impediment.

With the future of the monarchy, and Britain itself, on the line, an historic radio address looms over a man who can barely stammer through full sentences. Desperate, Bertie and his family turn to an unconventional speech therapist from Australia to turn him into the king Britain can believe in.

Starring Stefan Denis (Neighbours) as Lionel Logue and George Rainsford (Casualty) as Bertie King George VI, this gripping drama follows the unlikely friendship that emerges as royal protocol meets unorthodox challenges.

Adapted from the Oscar-winning film, this exciting new production from the acclaimed Barn Theatre blends humour, heart and high stakes in a beloved drama about duty, courage and finding one’s voice.

thekingsspeechplay.com (link opens in a new tab)

Based on the beloved Christmas film Elf, this funny and heart-warming musical tells the story of Buddy, who, as a baby, accidentally crawled into Santa’s toy sack and was whisked away to the North Pole.

Raised as an elf, Buddy grows up far too tall—and not exactly skilled in toy-making—quickly becoming the North Pole’s most lovable misfit.

When Santa finally reveals the truth, Buddy sets off to New York City to find his real father—who, unfortunately, happens to be near the very top of the Naughty List. What follows is a whirlwind of festive chaos as Buddy brings his unique brand of Christmas cheer to Manhattan, discovers the true meaning of family, falls in love, and ultimately saves Christmas when Santa’s sleigh crash-lands in Central Park.

After the huge sell-out success of Les Misérables in 2025, BOST Musicals return for Christmas 2026 with the spectacular Christmas Extravaganza: ELF—a production guaranteed to make a great start to your festive season. Featuring show-stopping musical numbers, a sparkling Christmas setting, festive New York with dazzling choreography, dancing Santas, and even Santa’s flying sleigh, this is the ultimate holiday treat for the whole family.

7:30pm
An absurdist lo -fi montage, assembled from the movements and sounds of a human being trying to understand.

A lone figure asks ‘what am I doing this for?’ They are moving and making strange sounds. Feelings arise, words and meanings come and go. The figure composes with these things – pulling words apart, twisting sounds, marvelling at feelings beneath; despairing at meaning when meanings get manipulated.

The levels of propaganda, victim blaming and fear we live with are absurd. This work mirrors that absurdity with its own – searching for an understanding that understands we can understand each other by understanding we don’t understand each other.

A show that revels in the joys & complexities of our communicative powers and our human-ness.

Created & performed by WilL Dickie
Dramaturgy & Devising from Kaite O’Reilly
Movement direction by Fabíola Santana

@Will_Dickie_  
 www.willdickie.co.uk

Manuelita is a critically acclaimed one-person play that brings to life the remarkable story of Manuela Sáenz, the Ecuadorian revolutionary and trusted partner of Simón Bolívar. Through a compelling blend of theatre, movement, humour, and live music, the production brings to life the passion, courage, and resilience of a woman who played a pivotal role in Latin America’s fight for independence.

Performed by Tamsin Hurtado Clarke with live music by acclaimed Colombian guitarist Camilo Menjura, Manuelita has captivated audiences internationally and received widespread critical acclaim.