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Recommended for age 5+ Children under the age of 5 cannot be admitted to the theatre.
Performance dates
28 October 2025 - 3 January 2026
Run time: 2 hours 25 minutes
Includes interval
591 reviews
When Buddy, a young orphan child, mistakenly crawls into Santa’s sack of toys one Christmas Eve - his life changes forever. Buddy is raised by Santa’s elves at the North Pole and somehow, despite his enormous size and poor toy-making skills, takes a long time to realise just why he doesn’t quite seem to fit in. Once he learns the truth, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find the human father he never knew existed and help the Big Apple rediscover the meaning of Christmas.
Based on the hit Will Ferrell holiday classic, the hit Broadway and West End show Elf The Musical returns to London’s Aldwych Theatre for a limited 8-week season, just in time for Christmas! Take the whole family to experience the magic and wonder of Elf in London as one of your favourite holiday films comes to life in the West End. As far as Christmas theatre tickets are concerned, Elf The Musical tickets are at the top of the nice list! Book your Elf The Musical tickets today.
Heartwarming and hilarious, Elf has proved to be a delightful addition to the holiday theatre season since its first performance on Broadway in November 2010 and is now becoming a holiday tradition. In the West End, Elf The Musical opened at the Dominion Theatre in 2015, and was the Dominion’s fastest-selling show since 1929, making Elf tickets the ideal Christmas gift! Elf was revived at the Dominion Theatre in 2022 to rave reviews. So much so that it returned a year later.
The story, which traces its roots back to the smash-hit film, remains much the same and retains the story of misfit Buddy, a human raised in the North Pole who embarks on a journey to NYC to find his true family. The songs of Elf The Musical capture the spirit of the holiday season and fill The Dominion with joy, the upbeat and catchy numbers from composer-lyricist duo Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin include ‘A Christmas Song’ and ‘Sparklejollytwinklejingley’. The songs are sure to get you excited for Christmas!
Children under the age of 4 cannot be admitted.
Elf The Musical Cast
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Once you've join Buddy the elf as he navigates the North Pole and New York in this heartwarming holiday favourite, what's next? Whether you're captivated by musicals or prefer the gripping narratives of the current plays on in London, the vibrant theatre scene offers something for everyone. From classic tales to brand-new productions, immerse yourself in the magic of live performance this festive season and beyond.
Children aged 15 or under must be accompanied by an adult (at least one adult per 10 children). All patrons, regardless of age, must have a valid ticket.
Carrie Hope Fletcher is a West End powerhouse, actress, singer, and author whose career spans more than a decade on the London stage. From her early debut as Young Éponine in Les Misérables to starring roles in Elf The Musical, she’s a performer whose likeability and incredible vocals have made her a favourite with audiences for years.
Carrie’s West End journey began at just 13, making her debut as Young Éponine in Les Misérables. She later returned to the iconic show to play both older Éponine and Fantine, becoming the only British actress to have played all three major female roles—a rare achievement that highlights her range and dedication.
Beyond Les Mis, her stage credits include Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Mary Poppins, The Addams Family, The Christmasaurus, and The War of the Worlds. She’s also taken on leading roles in productions like Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Cinderella and the whip-crackling musical Calamity Jane, demonstrating her ability to captivate audiences across genres and styles.
7 Nov, 2025 | By Hay Brunsdon
Joel Montague has built a reputation as one of the West End’s most versatile and joyfully comic performers, who specialises in bringing laughter, warmth and heart to every role he takes on. With his comic timing, rich vocals and infectious energy, Joel is the kind of actor who makes even the smallest role sparkle. He’s also one half of musical theatre’s ultimate stagey couple, sharing both stage and his life with wife, Carrie Hope Fletcher.
Hailing from the North-West of England, Joel trained at the Guildford School of Acting (one of the UK’s premier drama schools), where he honed his craft in acting, singing and dance. That rigorous training, combined with his natural comedic instincts and unmistakable northern charm, has shaped him into a performer beloved by audiences and respected by peers.
If you’re a regular theatregoer, chances are you’ve already seen Joel light up the stage. His impressive list of credits include: Amos Hart in Chicago (UK Tour), Ogie in Waitress (Adelphi Theatre), and alternate Dewey Finn in School of Rock (Gillian Lynne Theatre). He has starred as Eddie in Funny Girl (Savoy Theatre/Menier Chocolate Factory), and had roles in The Producers (UK Tour), Urinetown (Apollo Theatre/St James Theatre) and Billy Elliot in the West End.
31 Oct, 2025 | By Sian McBride
Christmas is coming early to the West End! Brand new character portraits have been released for Elf the Musical, which returns to London this festive season at the Aldwych Theatre from 28 October 2025 to 3 January 2026.
The show stars Joel Montague (Hamilton, The Great Gatsby) as Buddy, Carrie Hope Fletcher (Les Misérables, Cinderella) as Jovie and Aled Jones MBE (Songs of Praise) as Walter Hobbs. They’re joined by Rosanna Hyland as Emily Hobbs, Martyn Ellis as Santa, Lucinda Lawrence as Deb and Dermot Canavan as the Store Manager, with a talented supporting cast bringing the North Pole – and New York City – to life.
22 Oct, 2025 | By Hay Brunsdon
“The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear!” - and that’s exactly what’s happening in the rehearsal room for Elf the Musical!
We’ve been treated to a first look behind the scenes as Joel Montague, Carrie Hope Fletcher, and Aled Jones step into their festive roles as Buddy, Jovie, and Walter Hobbs ahead of the show’s run at the Aldwych Theatre this Christmas.
Adapted from the beloved 2003 film starring Will Ferrell, Elf the Musical features a book by Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin, with music by Matthew Sklar and lyrics by Chad Beguelin. The story follows Buddy, a human raised by elves at the North Pole, who travels to New York City in search of his real father, and a little Christmas spirit along the way.
Joining the leads are Rosanna Hyland (Back to the Future: The Musical) as Emily Hobbs, Martyn Ellis (Wicked) as Santa/Mr Greenway, Lucinda Lawrence (9 to 5 the Musical) as Deb, and Dermot Canavan (Fiddler on the Roof) as the Store Manager.
7 Oct, 2025 | By Sian McBride
Christmas is set to sparkle even brighter this year as Elf The Musical returns to London’s West End for a strictly limited 8-week season at the Aldwych Theatre. Running from 28 October 2025 – 3 January 2026, the hit musical brings festive cheer to audiences young and old, with a stellar cast leading the holiday favourite.
11 Sep, 2025 | By Hay Brunsdon
Emmerdale actor Matthew Wolfenden is set to bid farewell to the Yorkshire Dales and 'Hello!' to The North Pole by taking on the role of Buddy in the beloved musical adaptation of ELF at London's Dominion Theatre. The fabulously festive show is scheduled for a magical run from November 15, 2023, to January 6, 2024. Joining him in the cast will be Tom Chambers, who's returning to play the character of Walter Hobbs.
6 Sep, 2023 | By Kevin Thomas
A host of familiar faces are keeping the true spirit of Christmas alive as they return to the world's most beloved holiday staple Elf The Musical this holiday season! Georgina Castle, Rebecca Lock, Nicholas Poiund, Kim Ismay and Dermot Canavan are coming to town, following the 2022 run of Elf The Musical, which was met with critical acclaim and sold-out shows!
From 15 November 2023 until 6 January 2024, Elf The Musical 2023 will commemorate the 20th anniversary of the worldwide smash-hit motion picture starring Will Ferrel. Book your tickets for the 2023 run of Elf The Musical today!
6 Jul, 2023 | By Kevin Thomas
For a consecutive second year, the smash hit musical ELF is set to return to London’s Dominion Theatre to play a strictly limited and magical holiday season from 15 November 2023 until 6 January 2024.
After a seven-year absence from the West End, the beloved story of a not-so-little elf garnered rave reviews and saw a sold-out run in 2022. Don’t be a cotton-headed ninny-muggins, keep your eyes peeled for tickets for ELF at London Theatre Direct, coming 28 April!
26 Apr, 2023 | By Kevin Thomas
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in the West End! The baubles are shimmering, the stockings are swinging and the fire is crackling all night long! This Christmas in London, all of the nation's favourite Christmas theatre shows are coming to the West End for those of all ages. Wrapped in joy and produced with love, these must-see West End Christmas theatre shows in 2022 are the perfect festive treat!
19 Dec, 2022 | By Kevin Thomas
This year, Buddy the Elf is spreading Christmas cheer by singing loud and proud for all to hear! ELF The Musical returns this festive period to the Dominion Theatre, taking the story of Will Ferrell’s holiday classic Elf to the stage in an epic and wise production. New set-up images for this wonderful winter production have recently been released, showing the principal cast of ELF playing about in their best Christmas costumes. It’s wholesome, it’s hilarious and it’s a strictly limited run - so make sure that you book your tickets for ELF today!
9 Nov, 2022 | By Kevin Thomas
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