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A new Christmas show, featuring children’s TV’s CHRIS JARVIS as the voice of Dasher the Reindeer!

“It’s always the most wonderful time of the year, full of peace and love, family and friends – so why does Santa think that this Christmas is going to be the best one ever… can you guess?

Dotty the Elf thinks Santa is planning a surprise Christmas party, Pompom the Penguin thinks Santa has been making Christmas crackers, and Dasher the Reindeer thinks Santa has got their biggest Christmas tree ever – do you think they’re right?

Or do the other reindeer know? They all seem very excited in their stable…”

Join Father Christmas and friends in this brand new, festive, musical, interactive adventure to make 2026 Santa’s Best Ever Christmas! Featuring the voice of children’s TV star CHRIS JARVIS as Dasher the Reindeer, it’s a family show most suitable for 2-8 year olds, where every child will receive a specially wrapped present from Santa
– after the most Christmassy Christmas show ever, HO-HO-HO!

Songs include children’s favourites Jingle Bells, The Hokey Cokey, Away In A Manger, Baby Shark, The Twelve Days Of Christmas, We Wish You A Merry Christmas, and many more!

“It was perfect, full of fun, singing and laughter, what better way to start the festive season!” – ‘Mummy Monster’ blog

“The Santa Shows have become our Christmas tradition and we love them! Perfect engagement with the children, lots of audience participation and the children were beside themselves when Father Christmas gave them a present after the show. Wonderful value for money and top rate entertainment!” – Natalie D, mum of Rae

“Eyes lit up full of wonder and joy – as my children walked away from receiving their gift they whispered, “That was the real Santa!” – Families North Hampshire

“A magical way to start our Christmas celebrations and a memory I shall treasure!” – Basingstoke Gazette

(Please note that Chris Jarvis does not appear in person)

EVERY TICKET COMES WITH A FREE PARTY HAT AND MEET AND GREET WITH SPOT AFTER THE SHOW

Join Spot and his friends for this engaging and interactive show for everyone age 2+ – and their grown-ups of course!

With integrated Makaton, catchy songs, dancing and lots of interactive party games, this is going to be the best birthday party ever!

Based on the beloved Eric Hill classic Happy Birthday Spot, this brand-new adaptation is the perfect introduction to theatre for children – they’ll be encouraged to sign and dance along with Steve the Monkey, Tom the Crocodile, Helen the Hippo and Sally and Sam, Spot’s parents, to say a big HAPPY BIRTHDAY SPOT!

Spot has been an integral part of childhood for over 40 years and with his inquisitive nature, sense of curiosity, boundless energy, and simple shapes and colours, Spot helps families, babies and toddlers explore the world around them.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ‘A Joy! Fun for all ages’ – NorthWestEnd

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ‘A lovely family day out!’ – Curtain Call Reviews

Deep in Fairy-tale Forest lives a remarkable boy made entirely of gingerbread! His lonely world is changed forever when Blake, a young lad from a nearby village, stumbles upon his incredible cookie cottage. Together, the two boys embark on a madcap journey of discovery.

And it’s Christmas Eve too … another surprise visitor is on his way!

Full of heart, laughter and song – and a healthy helping of cake – The Gingerbread Boy is a brand-new Christmas story about friendship and celebrating our differences.

The perfect festive treat for ages 3+

Running time 50 minutes plus meet Santa after the show where every child receives a present!

Ticket includes a free present for every child.

Everyone’s favourite children’s theatre company THE MCDOUGALLS are back with their spook-tacular stage show for all the family – live on stage at Stafford Gatehouse Theatre.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Max and Auntie Aggie (the stars of the show) are dressed to impress for their Halloween Party – and you’re invited too!Come wearing your favourite Halloween costume for some fiendish, fang-tastic fun!

Max has been carving the pumpkins and putting up the decorations while Auntie Aggie has been practicing her best Trick or Treat jokes! They’ve sent out party invitations, but which frightfully funny characters are going to turn up?

Packed with singalong songs and ghoulish games such as The Hokey Kokey, Incy Wincy Spider, and Head Shoulders Knees and Toes, this is a wickedly entertaining day out for the whole family this autumn.

‘The McDougalls: Halloween Party Show’ is filled with tricks and treats, guaranteed to have you screaming with laughter!(Don’t worry, there’s nothing too scary – just enough to keep your little monsters entertained!)

The McDougalls have risen to become the country’s biggest stars of family entertainment – the perfect introduction to live theatre for your little ones. Find out more by following The McDougalls on social media, and subscribe to their YouTube channel for FREE videos.

Created by Ruairidh Forde & Ryan Moir

Running Time: One Hour Approx.

Rufus the Dog has taken Uncle Cadabra’s powerful magic wand thinking it was a bone and hidden in the attic.

Accidentally Rufus has caused the whole audience to be magically transported into the enchanted attic. It is up to apprentice sorcerer Sam, and helpers in the audience, to find all the ingredients needed to make a magic spell that will transport everyone home!

A magical story for young families, which is spooky but not scary. The show features a large number of magic tricks and illusions as well as puppets. Members of the audience take part and help Sam with many of the tricks on stage.

Ideal for children 4+ and their families

The Olivier Award nominated The Tiger Who Came to Tea is returning to Stafford this summer!

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!

Join the tea-guzzling tiger in this delightful family show; packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos! A stunning stage adaptation of the classic tale of teatime mayhem… expect to be surprised!

Produced by Nicoll Entertainment, based on the book by Judith Kerr OBE and directed by David Wood OBE.

David Wood OBE is undisputedly the country’s leading writer and director of plays and musicals for children. His many successes include The Gingerbread Man, The Witches and Babe the Sheep Pig.

Running Time: 55 mins (no interval)

Age Guidance 3+

ALL TICKETS NOW JUST £14!

From the producers of ‘Spot’s Birthday Party’

Experience the mischief with the acclaimed stage adaptation of Dr Seuss’ The Cat In The Hat.
From the moment his tall, red and white-striped hat appears, Sally and her brother know that the cat in the hat is the funniest, most mischievous cat they have ever met. With the trickiest of tricks and craziest of ideas, he turns a rainy afternoon into an amazing adventure.
The Cat in the Hat is a lively and engaging first theatre experience for young children aged 3+.

Psst! Meet the Cat in the Hat after the show in a cat-tastic meet and greet for free!

Family tickets (two adults/two children) just £55.00.

Running time: Approximately 50 mins with no interval

Age recommendation: 3+

Norman Price is determined to win the Pontypandy Treasure Hunt, but when he discovers clues to a real pirate treasure, he goes exploring deep into the caves.

It’s up to Fireman Sam, Elvis and Ellie to save the day and find the treasure.

With clues, pirate songs and plenty of swashbuckling adventure, Fireman Sam’s new live show is perfect for all budding pirates! Live Show Ahoy!

When Danny and Dino’s favourite rock band are playing their last ever concert, they go on a quest to get the last two tickets. But with a villainous band manager lurking, nothing goes to plan. Will the band perform? Will Danny rock out? Or will Dino’s rumbling tummy save the day?

Adapted from the number 1 best-selling books by Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter, the whole family will have a poopy good time enjoying a brand new story for the stage. Featuring new songs by Tom and Dougie, a lot of laughs and a whole lot of poo!

Produced by Mark Thompson Productions Limited and Directed by Miranda Larson.