Fun with The Gingerbread Man. Photo courtesy of Macready Theatre. Nonsense Theatre present The Gingerbread Man, playing at Macready Theatre, Rugby on selected dates and times from 14 December to the 4 January 2026 with matinees, a relaxed performance and a PJ performance. Preview   Treat the whole family to a magical festive adventure that’s simply too good to miss! From the moment he pops out of the oven, the Gingerbread Man is off on a whirlwind escapade – dodging danger,

John Leader and puppeteers. Photo by Marc Brenner. Roald Dahl’s The BFG at the RSC until 7 February 2026.  Adapted by Tom Wells with additional material by Jenny Worton. Directed by Daniel Evans. Review by Hilary Hopker At some point as a child or a parent, you will have read Roald Dahl’s magical tale of a Big Friendly Giant, who spends his time catching dreams. Looking at last night’s audience the very many adults and children were driven to come see the performance by the l

Kings International Ballet, The Nutcracker. Photo courtesy of Macready Theatre. There's still time to enjoy Festive Fun at Macready Theatre. There's the festive favourite The Nutcracker performed by Kings International Ballet. Stuff and Nonsense Theatre along with Macready bring you the children's favourite The Gingerbread Man. And for those aged 18 and over, a fabulous Gin and Jive Christmas Special. Here's the details: Kings International Ballet presents The Nutcracker at

Have some Christmas fun at the British Motor Museum. Photo courtesy of the BMM. Step into a Christmas to remember at the British Motor Museum from the 5 to 30 December. From their brand-new 12 Cars of Christmas trail to a hands-on sleigh-building workshop, there's festive fun for everyone to enjoy! The 12 Cars of Christmas sees six mischievous elves hiding in historic motors and six festively decorated cars making up the 12 Cars of Christmas! Children can help find the elf-cu

Joseph Frerichs. Photo by Chris Clarke. The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. At The Bear Pit Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon, from 5 to 14 December 2025. Directed by Emily Myerscough. Review by Charles Essex  Adrian Mitchell’s dramatisation of CS Lewis’s The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe , the allegory of the Gospel story, gave The Bear Pit’s cast and crew a challenge which they met in spades.  The four main roles of Peter (Harry Sinclair). Susan (Georgia Hood), Edmund (Hal

Dame Clarissa (Ben Ionoff) with Robinson Crusoe R (Harry Bowser) & Billy Crusoe L (Jack Ives). Photo by Robert Warner. Robinson Crusoe, written by Stephen Duckham, directed by Gill Halford at The Talisman Theatre, Kenilworth from 20 December to 3 January 2026. Preview    The Talisman Theatre is delighted to announce this year’s festive family pantomime: Robinson Crusoe, written by Stephen Duckham. Packed with swashbuckling fun, colourful characters, and plenty of laugh-out-lo

The Blue Morpho Butterfly. Photo courtesy of Stratford Butterfly Farm. This festive season, Stratford-upon-Avon Butterfly Farm is set to sparkle with an extraordinary sight, an abundance of dazzling ‘Blue Morpho’ butterflies. Known for their iridescent, shimmering wings, the Blue Morpho is one of the most breathtakingly beautiful butterfly species in the world! Visitors will be able to experience them in greater numbers than ever throughout the Christmas period. From mid-Dec

L-R: Elisa de Grey, Shaun McCourt, Aki Nakagawa, Ben Thompson, John Leader, Ailsa Dalling and Onioluwa Taiwo. Photo credit Seamus Ryan.  Opening in The Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford-Upon-Avon From 25 November a Royal Shakespeare Company, Chichester Festival Theatre, Singapore Repertory Theatre - Esplanade Theatres On The Bay, and Roald Dahl Story Company Production. Featuring Puppetry Design by Toby Olié in a magical new production directed by RSC Co-Artistic Director

Beauty and the Beast at the Albany Theatre, Coventry from 6 December to 4 January 2026. Preview. A Coventry theatre will take cues from its 90-year history as it prepares to host its biggest ever Christmas show. The Albany Theatre’s festive adaptation of Beauty and the Beast will hit the stage on December 6, with a combination of the Midland’s finest theatrical talent and national theatre stars reimagining the beloved tale for the festive season. Hannah Victoria, who recently

See amazing Cosplay characters. Photo by Rob Tysall Pro Photography. This weekend it’s the MCM Comic Con show at Birmingham NEC and once again it promises to be packed full of all manner of entertainment. With guests from the world of film, television, gaming, comics, anime. Amongst the line-up will be four Dr Who’s: Peter Davison, Paul McGann, Sylvester McCoy and Colin Baker. Other famous names include Doug Naylor, writer, director and co-creator of Red Dwarf (Friday/Saturd

Down for the Count Orchestra. Photo courtesy of WAC. From The Tiger Who Came To Tea and The Muppet Christmas Carol, to award-winning comedy and seasonal songs, the Coventry venue has Christmas covered! Ensure your Christmas gets off to a great start at Warwick Arts Centre, with traditional seasonal songs, swinging tunes, famous faces, unique gifts, and a certain uninvited stripy big cat. Coming to Coventry direct from the West End, the Olivier Award-nominated The Tiger Who Ca

Rehearsals are underway. Photo courtesy of Playbox Theatre. Playbox Theatre Presents: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - The Musical. Roald Dahl’s classic story. At The Dream Factory, Stratford Road, Warwick CV34 6LE. Performance dates are detailed below. Preview    This festive season, Playbox Theatre is bringing the magic of Roald Dahl's beloved classic, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - The Musical, to The Dream Factory in Warwick.   This spectacular production is the p

A replica of the 1966 Batmobile. Photo by Rob Tysall Pro Photography. Thousands of TV, film and comic fans poured into the Olympia Exhibition Centre, London, over the weekend of 14-16 November, enticed by the star-studded line-up of celebrities from their favourite TV series and films and the opportunity to get into Cosplay gear. MCM Comic Con events around the country always attract a huge following, whether it’s to enjoy dressing up as their favourite TV, film, cartoon or

At the Birmingham REP this Christmas season. Photo courtesy of the B'ham REP. Sherlock Holmes and the 12 Days of Christmas written by Humphrey Ker & David Reed, at the Birmingham REP Theatre until Sunday 18 January 2026. Directed by Phillip Breen with Becky Hope-Palmer.  Original Songs by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber. Designed by Mark Bailey. Presented by Birmingham Rep in association with Heartaches Ltd. Preview   It’s Christmas in Victorian London but in the West End –

People's Day. Photo courtesy of Warwick Arts Centre.   The People’s Takeover at Warwick Arts Centre, University of Warwick, Coventry CV4 7FD On Saturday 29 November 2025, 11.30am – 4.30pm. Admission free. Preview The people of Coventry will take over Warwick Arts Centre for a day of discovery. Visitors of all ages can enjoy a series of workshops, performances, readings and more from some of Coventry's most talented creatives from 11.30am to 4.30pm. Expect music, dance, storyt

Santa Express at NYMR. Photo courtesy of North Yorkshire Moors Railway. The North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) has announced an array of festive experiences for a magical winter along the heritage line as the Railway 200 celebration year comes to an end, marking the bicentenary of the birth of the modern railway in the UK. From history lovers and railway enthusiasts to families looking for something special this Christmas, this season promises something exciting for all vi

Ben Thompson, Shaun McCourt, Onioluwa Taiwo. Photo by Marc Brenner. A Royal Shakespeare Company, Chichester Festival Theatre, Singapore Repertory Theatre - Esplanade Theatres on the Bay, and Roald Dahl Story Company production. Adapted by Tom Wells. Dramaturgy and additional material by Jenny Worton. Director Daniel Evans. The BFG will play at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon from 25 November 2025 – 7 February 2026. Then at the Chichester Festival Theatre

Museum Curator Cat Boxall with the Harry Potter Ford Anglia. Photo courtesy of the BMM. This Halloween the British Motor Museum is inviting visitors to hop in the Ford Anglia from Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets for an unforgettable ride around the Museum grounds! On 31 October dressing up as a favourite, witch, wizard or magical character is highly encouraged for visitors to get fully immersed in this magical experience. What’s more, Museum staff will be handing out

Phoenix Players present Hercules – an unmissable family panto! Written by Callum McCormick performed at the Methodist Church Hall, Old Town, Stratford upon Avon CV37 6BG from 29-31 January 2026 at 19:30 with 14:30 Matinée on Saturday 31st January. Preview. Join Hercules on a Laugh-Out-Loud Mythical Adventure in This Unmissable Family Pantomime! Get ready for a side-splitting, heartwarming journey as Hercules, the legendary demigod and son of Zeus, takes centre stage in this..

The BFG casting. Image courtesy of the RSC. The BFG will play at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon from 25 November 2025 – 7 February 2026.  The production will run at Chichester Festival Theatre from Monday 9 March – Saturday 11 April 2026 with tickets now on sale.  It then transfers to Singapore’s Esplanade Theatre for a limited run from 22 April 2026 with tickets now on sale. Preview   The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC), Chichester Festival Theatre, th

The Nutcracker. Photo by Poppy Downing. Get ready for a spectacular sleigh ride of festive cheer as Macready Theatre unveils its dazzling festive season, featuring two unmissable productions that promise to delight audiences of all ages. From breathtaking ballet to a hilariously energetic family adventure, Macready Theatre is set to be the ultimate destination for holiday magic. Amie Johnson, Theatre Manager, shares her excitement: "We're absolutely thrilled to present such a