Suitable for all ages. Children 2 years and older will need a ticket.
Performance Dates
21 November 2026 - 3 January 2027
Run time: 1hr 30min (inc. interval)
Includes interval
This Christmas, The Snowman returns to London in a spectacular brand-new production. Based on Raymond Briggs’ much-loved picture book, this magical family favourite is reimagined for a new generation, bringing the story you know and love to the stage like never before.
Featuring beautifully crafted puppets, live music, dance and breathtaking stagecraft, this new production invites audiences to rediscover the magic of The Snowman from a whole new perspective. Howard Blake’s iconic score, including the unforgettable Walking in the Air, remains at the heart of the adventure.
Looking for the perfect Christmas outing for the whole family? The Snowman tickets promise a magical winter adventure filled with friendship, wonder and festive enchantment. Whether you're sharing the story with little ones for the first time or returning to a beloved Christmas tradition, come and experience The Snowman as you've never seen it before.
A beloved Christmas story is getting a spectacular new life on stage. The Snowman returns to London for Christmas 2026 in a brand-new production, bringing Raymond Briggs’ cherished story to audiences with a fresh take on the magical world of the original.
When a young boy’s snowman magically comes to life on Christmas Eve, the pair embark on an unforgettable adventure through the night. Their journey takes them soaring through the winter sky, where they encounter Father Christmas, friendly reindeer and a magical gathering of snow people beneath the Northern Lights.
While the story remains rooted in the timeless world created by Raymond Briggs, this new production brings a fresh visual and theatrical approach, with beautifully crafted puppets, live music, dance and spectacular design. At its centre is Howard Blake’s iconic score, including the much-loved Walking in the Air.
The production is directed and choreographed by Olivier Award-winning Will Tuckett, whose credits include Into the Woods at the Royal Opera House and The Nutcracker at the National Ballet of Japan. Anna Fleischle is responsible for the production design, with credits including Punch and 2:22 A Ghost Story, while award-winning puppet designer Tahra Zafar brings the iconic Snowman and his world to life.
Whether you're discovering The Snowman for the first time or returning to a Christmas favourite, this is your chance to rediscover the magic of the story you love in an entirely new production.
The Snowman has a running time of approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, including a 20-minute interval.
The Snowman is suitable for all age*. Children aged 2 and over require a ticket.