Jack Thorne's (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Adolescence) joyful version of A Christmas Carol returns to The Old Vic for the 2026 festive season! Directed by Matthew Warchus, this stirring and sumptuously designed production of the Charles Dickens classic takes us into the heart of Victorian London and into the austere counting offices of one Mr Ebeneezer Scrooge for a lesson in kindness he'll never forget.

Pinocchio comes to life in this wonderful musical stage adaptation of Carlo Collodi's timeless tale, returning to Shakespeare's Globe this Christmas! Directed by Sean Holmes, The Globe's anticipated version of the wooden puppet with dreams of becoming a real boy, has a book and lyrics by the award-winning Charli Josephine (Cowbois), alongside Olivier nominee Jim Fortune on music and lyrics.

Birmingham Repertory Theatre's wildly successful live stage adaptation of Raymond Briggs' best-loved children's book marks its 29th return to the Peacock this Christmas - this time with new direction and choreography by Olivier Award-winner Will Tuckett (Into the Woods, The Nutcracker). Cemented as one of London's best Christmas traditions, this production makes use of a live orchestra, singing, and charming choreography.

Christmas 2026 once again sees a welcome revival of the 2012 Olivier-nominated family show Room On The Broom. Based on the popular picture book and film by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler (The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo's Child), this is a real treat for young children and includes lots of magical and musical fun!

When Christmas comes round this year, why not spend it warm and cosy in an Irish pub, reeling off the festive tunes with a traditional folk band in tow? An Irish Christmas brings the atmosphere and charm of Ireland to stages around the UK, with live musicians playing festive songs and Irish folk classics, sharing their stories and ushering in the Christmas cheer as only the Irish know how!