West End Christmas Shows 2019
Lizzie Guilfoyle
IF YOU like theatre and are wondering what to do this Christmas, the capital will almost certainly have a show to suit your taste. Here, in alphabetical order, is a selection of West End productions. And while some are suitable for little people, others are for adults only.
A Christmas Carol – The Old Vic – November 23, 2019 to January 18, 2020.
Matthew Warchus’ hit production of Charles Dickens’ immortal classic returns to The Old Vic. Adapted for the stage by Jack Thorne, it stars Paterson Joseph as Scrooge. Read more l Casting
Goldilocks and the Three Bears – London Palladium – December 7, 2019 to January 12, 2020.
Stars of this pantomine from QDOS Entertainment include Paul O’Grady as The Evil Ringmaster, Matt Baker as Joey the Clown, Julian Clary as The Ringmaster, Paul Zerdin as Silly Billy, Nigel Havers as Daddy Bear and Gary Wilmot as Dame Betty Barnum. Read more l Further casting
Matthew Bourne’s The Red Shoes – Sadler’s Wells – December 3, 2019 to January 19, 2020.
The Red Shoes is a tale of obsession, possession and one girl’s dream to be the greatest dancer in the world. Victoria Page lives to dance but her ambitions become a battleground between the two men who inspire her passion. Read more
Oi Frog & Friends! – Lyric Theatre – November 29, 2019 to January 5, 2020.
Oi Frog & Friends! brings together Kes Gray and Jim Field’s bestselling and award-winning picture books Oi Frog!, Oi Dog!, Oi Cat! and Oi Duck-billed Platypus!, published by Hachette Children’s Group. Read more l Production images
Peppa Pig’s Best Day Ever – Duke of York’s Theatre – November 29, 2019 to January 5, 2020.
Peppa Pig is excited to be going on a special day out with George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig – it’s going to be her best day ever!
Get ready for a road-trip full of fun adventures. From castles to caves, dragons to dinosaurs and ice-creams to muddy puddles – there is something for all of the family and their friends to enjoy, including Miss Rabbit, Mr Bull, Suzy Sheep, Gerald Giraffe and more! Read more
Sh!t-Faced Showtime: A Pissedmas Carol – Leicester Square Theatre – November 20, 2019 to January 5, 2020.
Cast members from Sh!t-faced Showtime and Sh!t-faced Shakespeare come together for the first time to present this all singing, all drinking alternative Christmas knees-up. Read more
Stick Man – Leicester Square Theatre – November 13, 2019 to January 26, 2020.
Based on the best-selling book written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler (The Gruffalo), Scamp Theatre’s adaptation of Stick Man returns to Leicester Square Theatre for a ninth record-breaking season. Our 2013 review l Production images.
The Snail and the Whale – Apollo Theatre – November 30, 2019 to January 5, 2020.
A heart-warming adventure for everyone aged four and up, The Snail and the Whale is presented by Tall Stories, the Olivier Award-nominated producers of The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom. Read more
The Snowman – Peacock Theatre – November 21, 2019 to January 5, 2020.
Based on the much-loved film and book, the enchanting stage adaptation features exquisite dancing, magic and live music, including the unforgettable classic Walking in the Air. Read more l Our 2007 review
The Tiger Who Came to Tea – Theatre Royal Haymarket – From December 9, 2019.
Based on Britain’s best-loved picture book by Judith Kerr, this is a delightful family show; packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos!
The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don’t expect to see at the door is a big, stripy tiger!
White Christmas – Dominion Theatre – November 15, 2019 to January 4, 2020.
Described as a feel-good family musical, White Christmas stars Danny Mac as Bob Wallace and Dan Burton as Phil Davis, both of whom reprise their acclaimed roles following the successful run at Curve, Leicester. Read more l Casting