The highly innovative Flock Theatre Makers return to the Theatre Royal in Brighton with a fresh new version of their beloved Christmas show, arriving to delight the whole family this December! Utilising a blend of music, puppetry and immersive elements, Once Upon A Whispering Wood is the perfect holiday treat for children and adults alike.

In the middle of the great big jungle, the Enormous Crocodile is on the lookout for some tasty human children to satisfy his hunger. It looks like the greedy reptile's devious plans can only be stopped by the other animals of the jungle - what will they do to give him his comeuppance? Don't miss this exciting production, coming to you courtesy of Regent's Park Open Air Theatre.

As part of their 2025 UK season, Varna International Ballet is bringing back their wonderful imagining of The Nutcracker, offering a little bit of Christmas spirit in a sparkling and classic production that'll delight, even after the big day itself! Expect glittering sets, costumes and traditional ballet, wrapped up in Tchaikovsky's unforgettable score.

Prepare to be swept away on an adventure into Greek Mythology as The Lightning Thief comes to you on tour! Based on the best-selling book by Rick Riordan, which was adapted into a blockbuster movie in 2010, The Lightning Thief follows the story of Percy Jackson, a young boy with ADHD and dyslexia who discovers that he's the son of the Greek God Poseidon.

A very special play for youngsters (and parents that remember the books), four of children's author Eric Carle's celebrated stories are woven together in a stage adaptation that returns to London. Watch in awe as four cast members use an astonishing 75 puppets within a one-act play to tell the stories of the infamously peckish Caterpillar as well as The Artist Who Painted a Blue Horse, Mister Seahorse and The Very Lonely Firefly. It'll make you hungry for your childhood again!

Join a cast of top dancers, singers and musicians for a festive Irish celebration that combines music-making, storytelling, dance & laughter to create unforgettable Irish Christmas. With festive classics including "O Holy Night", "Santa Claus Is Coming To Town" and, of course, the timeless "Fairytale of New York", along with glorious music of the Emerald Isle historic and modern including "Dirty Old Town" and "The Irish Rover", you can be certain of a warm Irish welcome!