If you are looking for Christmas gift ideas that are less about the ‘stuff’ you buy and more about good times shared and memories made – we have you covered!
The chances are that you already know just how brilliant live theatre can feel, so why not pass that on? Our gift guide is bursting with ideas to treat your loved ones in 2025.
To continue the festive feels
Aladdin | 7 Dec – 5 Jan | Norwich Theatre Royal
Make your Christmas festivities last as long as possible with a trip to see Aladdin, our Genie-us Norfolk production, at the start of the New Year. Expect colourful costumes, singing, dancing, and more glitter than you could shake a magic carpet at.
For something completely different
Lynn Faces | 28 Jan – 1 Feb | Norwich Theatre Stage Two
If they are a fan of the Alan Partridge TV show, then get them a ticket to this show that is a little bit quirky. Nearing 40, painfully shy and trying to make sense of a painful breakup, Leah forms a punk bank inspired by Lynn from Alan Partridge.
For edge-of-your-seat suspense
The Girl on the Train | 4 – 8 Feb | Norwich Theatre Royal
Do they always have a nose in a book? Were they gripped by the international bestselling novel The Girl on The Train by Paula Hawkins? Well, why not see the new adaption that will keep you guessing until the final moment?
For spontaneous silliness
Showstopper! The Improvised Musical | 8 Feb | Norwich Theatre Playhouse
For some light-hearted musical fun. This performance is created from scratch every night! Audience suggestions are transformed on the spot into all-singing, all-dancing productions with hilarious results.
The beautifully breath-taking
Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake | 18 – 22 Mar | Norwich Theatre Royal
Transport the dance fan in your life to this sensation by Matthew Bourne. Premiered over 30 years ago, this show is taking flight once more and is perfect for those who want to re-witness the menacing male ensemble or for new fans to experience this thrilling, bold, and witty piece for the first time.
A special first theatre experience
Whipped Up! | 16 Mar | Norwich Theatre Stage Two
Perfect for your little ones Whipped Up! follows an eager-to-please 50’s-style diner server on their first day on the job. The performance is a welcoming space and moment of joy for babies and their grown ups with sensory play served up throughout the show.
A crime-solving conundrum
Picture You Dead | 1 – 5 Apr | Norwich Theatre Royal
Tell them to step away from Netflix documentaries and get them to guess who the killer is with everyone’s favourite superintendent. Back home in Brighton, DSI Roy Grace investigates a cold case that leads him to the rarefied air of fine art, but beneath the respectable veneer lurks a dark underworld of greed, deception and murder.
For a West End night out closer to home
Dear Evan Hansen | 13 – 17 May | Norwich Theatre Royal
Packed with some of the biggest musical theatre songs of the last decade, this is perfect for that musical fan in your life. It has captured the hearts of audiences worldwide with its heartwarming story of Evan, an anxious high school kid. They will be talking about it for weeks after!
For quality time as a family
The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe | 8 – 12 Jul | Norwich Theatre Royal
Take the whole family through the wardrobe into the enchanted kingdom of Narnia and experience snow next summer with this classic bedtime story.
Something intense and gritty
Peaky Blinders: The Redemption of Thomas Shelby | 17-21 Jun | Norwich Theatre Royal
“The most immersive and intoxicating way to experience Knight’s now timeless story,” said NME. No previous experience of contemporary dance or the TV show necessary to enjoy stunning performances from Rambert’s dancers and an iconic soundtrack from a live (and loud!) on-stage rock band.
For a tasty treat
Prelude and Café Royal
As well as Norwich Theatre gift vouchers for our shows, you can purchase vouchers to be used at our in-house restaurant Prelude, Café Royal or at our bars for pre-show or interval drinks. A great way to add a special finishing touch to a visit. For a limited time, we’re also offering a voucher for two people to dine at Prelude for £50*. All available to purchase at Café Royal or Prelude at Norwich Theatre Royal, or by emailing: prelude@norwichtheatre.org
Be part of the room where it happens!
Name a Seat | Norwich Theatre Royal
Your loved one can be in the heart of the action and mark their passion for theatre with their very own named seat in Norwich Theatre Royal’s auditorium. You will receive a personalised plaque on their seat of choice, a digital certificate and an opportunity to visit the auditorium to take a commemorative photo.
And if you’re still undecided, we sell Norwich Theatre vouchers too https://norwichtheatre.org/gift-vouchers/
For more information and to book, visit norwichtheatre.org or call the Box Office on 01603 630 000.
* Each diner can choose two courses each from our set menu. Voucher valid until 31 Dec 25. Terms and Conditions apply.
