The Snowman

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Let your imagination take flight Join us for the world premiere of a brand-new production of The Snowman™ as it lands in London for Christmas 2026. For 32 years, The Snowman has enchanted theatre audiences, now, discover the next chapter of this much-loved story. Based on Raymond Briggs ’ cherished book, The Rep ’s sparkling new production features Howard Blake ’s iconic score including the classic ‘Walking in the Air’, beautifully crafted puppets and of course, a gravity-defying friendship. “I want adults to become children and children never to forget it.” Will Tuckett (Director) When a young boy’s snowman magically comes to life, an unforgettable adventure begins. Together, they journey through the night, gliding hand-in-hand across the starlit sky. Along the way they encounter Father Christmas, a herd of friendly reindeer, and a joyful gathering of snow people beneath the shimmering Northern Lights, discovering a world of wonder, friendship and winter magic. Directed and choreographed by Olivier Award-winning Will Tuckett ((West Side Story (RSC/The Sage Gateshead), Into the Woods (Royal Opera House), and The Nutcracker (National Ballet of Japan)), production design by the multi award-winning Anna Fleischle (Punch, 2:22 A Ghost Story, Everybody’s Talking About Jamie and Hangmen). With award-winning puppet designer Tahra Zafar , best known for her recreation of Paddington Bear for the West End – bringing our iconic snowman to life. Come and make a new snowman memory. Rediscover the joy of the story you love. Share the wonder of the magic you remember. And experience The Snowman with family and friends, as you’ve never seen it before. For a strictly limited time only. Sadler’s Wells and Birmingham Repertory Theatre present The Snowman™ 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 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.