The Snowman™ Birmingham Repertory Theatre
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The Christmas spectacle that will melt your heart…
A fresh flurry of snow has fallen over this brand-new staging as the much-loved Snowman gets a mesmerising new make-over. Based on Raymond Briggs’ cherished book, this sparkling new production features Howard Blake’s iconic score including the Christmas classic Walking In The Air, beautifully crafted puppets and of course… a gravity-defying friendship!
When Christmas Eve magic breathes life into a young boy’s snowman, an unforgettable adventure begins. The boy invites his new friend into his cosy home, before they glide together hand-in-hand across the starlit sky. Along the way they meet Father Christmas, a herd of friendly reindeer, and enjoy a merry party with the Snowman’s friends beneath the shimmering Northern Lights.
This enchanting new production is directed and choreographed by Olivier award-winning Will Tuckett (Into the Woods (Royal Opera House) and The Nutcracker (National Ballet of Japan) with set and costume design by the multi-award-winning Anna Fleischle (Punch, 2:22 A Ghost Story).
Step into your cosiest pyjamas and embrace your inner child with this magical family adventure for the young, and young at heart.
Based on the book by Raymond Briggs
Music and Libretto by Howard Blake
Directed & Choreographed by Will Tuckett
Production Design by Anna Fleischle
The stage show based upon the book by Raymond Briggs and the film directed by Dianne Jackson and produced by John Coates.
By Arrangement with Snowman Enterprises Ltd and Chester Music Limited.
Illustration by Raymond Briggs © Snowman Enterprises Limited 2026. THE SNOWMAN™ Snowman Entreprises Limited
Sadler’s Wells and Birmingham Repertory Theatre present The Snowman™
Header image description: An illustration of a young boy and a snowman flying through the night sky. The young boy wears blue and white pyjamas and a dressing gown, and the snowman wears a green hat and scarf. In the sky are stars and the aurora borealis.
Relaxed Performances
A Relaxed Performance is a less formal theatre experience for anyone who would benefit from a more relaxed atmosphere to enjoy a show. They support noise and movement within the auditorium during a show, re-entry when needed so house lights are left on throughout, and a separate chill-out space for anyone who might need it at any time during their visit. We also provide a Visual Story so people can familiarise themselves with the theatre and key details about the show in advance.Audio Described Performances
There are a limited number of Stalls seats reserved for partially sighted patrons, and headsets available for those wishing to listen to the audio description, please email tickets@sadlerswells.com if you wish to book these optionsTouch Tour
Visually impaired patrons can go on a Touch Tour before the performance. Your tour guide will take you backstage, or onto the stage itself, to feel costumes and pieces of the set and learn more about the production.a magical introduction to theatre and dance
★★★★★ LONDON THEATRE on The Snowman (original production)
It has a kernel of something magical that can transport you to a childlike world of imagination and touch your heart – no matter how old you’ve become
TIME OUT on The Snowman (original production)
Irresistible piece of nostalgia
★★★★ SUNDAY EXPRESS on The Snowman (original production)
An enchanting dance experience for all the family to enjoy
THE REVIEWS HUB on The Snowman (original production)
CBBC’s documentary My Life: The Snowman and Me follows two boys as they are cast to perform the lead role in the original production of The Snowman. Phoenix Beharry’s and Teddy Holton-Frances’ stories – from audition to opening night at the Peacock Theatre are featured in the documentary, now available to stream on BBC iPlayer.
Performances
Relaxed Performances
A Relaxed Performance is a less formal theatre experience for anyone who would benefit from a more relaxed atmosphere to enjoy a show. They support noise and movement within the auditorium during a show, re-entry when needed so house lights are left on throughout, and a separate chill-out space for anyone who might need it at any time during their visit. We also provide a Visual Story so people can familiarise themselves with the theatre and key details about the show in advance.Audio Described Performances
There are a limited number of Stalls seats reserved for partially sighted patrons, and headsets available for those wishing to listen to the audio description, please email tickets@sadlerswells.com if you wish to book these optionsTouch Tour
Visually impaired patrons can go on a Touch Tour before the performance. Your tour guide will take you backstage, or onto the stage itself, to feel costumes and pieces of the set and learn more about the production.
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