The Snowman™

About this event

Let your imagination take flight. Join us for the world premiere of a brand-new production of The Snowman™ as it comes back home to Birmingham and The Rep. 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, 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. Don’t miss your chance. BOOK NOW! 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 Limited and Chester Music Limited Illustration by Raymond Briggs © Snowman Enterprises Limited 2026 THE SNOWMAN™ Snowman Enterprises Limited