From high-flying panto to adults-only comedy and Christmas tunes, Norwich Theatre has Christmas magic on every stage. Whether you’re planning a family day out, a night with friends, or a festive date, here is why these shows are a Christmas must.
The All New Adventures of Peter Pan | 5 Dec – 3 Jan | Royal
An unmissable, high-flying pantomime packed with laughter, magic, mischief, and festive joy for all ages. Join Peter and friends as they take on the dastardly Captain Hook in an epic adventure full of magic, mayhem, and cheek-aching comedy. Featuring spectacular dancing, show-stopping musical numbers, and interactive fun, it’s the ultimate holiday treat for kids, grown-ups, and grown-ups who act like kids!
Why It’s a Christmas Must: It’s a timeless, family-favourite pantomime that delivers pure festive nostalgia and high-energy fun for all generations
Step Into Christmas – A Celebration of Christmas Music by John Osborne | 6 Dec | Playhouse
Created by Radio 4 regular and theatre-maker John Osborne (John Peel’s Shed, Norwich: A Love Story), Step Into Christmas is a festive celebration of the songs that soundtrack our holidays. From Slade, Mariah, and The Pogues to brass bands and Ukrainian carols, Osborne weaves funny, nostalgic storytelling around the stories behind our favourite tracks. It’s a warm, tinsel-filled December night out.
Why It’s a Christmas Must: It’s the ultimate cosy, nostalgic night out for music lovers looking to unwrap the stories behind the Christmas classics.
Moulin Scrooge 9 – 19 Dec | Playhouse
Transporting you back to the heyday of Soho, Moulin Scrooge invites you to party like it’s 1885 at the infamous Moulin Beige. Satôn, the rough diamond, and club owner Astrid Zeneca face financial ruin until You-in McGregor, a young bogan from Brisbane, falls madly in love. Packed with booze, pills, and excessive medleys, this adults-only parody promises wild antics and chaotic holiday humour.
Why It’s a Christmas Must: It’s the perfect cheeky Christmas alternative to enjoy with your mates. Grab a mulled cider from the bar and get ready to laugh!
The Snow Queen | 10 – 20 Dec | Playhouse
Step into the Swedish village of Snödal for an enchanting family Christmas adventure complete with real-life snow! When the heartbroken Snow Queen covers the land in perpetual ice, siblings Pip and Pelle set off to restore Snödal’s magical talisman. Along their journey, they’ll meet Johan the Moose, a band of Vikings, mischievous snowball-throwing elves, and stop for a traditional Swedish fika. Recommended for ages 5+.
Why It’s a Christmas Must: It’s a magical, snow-filled adventure that offers a fresh, Nordic fairy tale experience complete with live snow on stage.
Adam Riches is Sean Bean in ‘How the Bean Saved Christmas’ |12 Dec | Stage Two
Following his smash-hit 2025 show hailed by The Independent, The Times, and Time Out, Edinburgh Comedy Award winner Adam Riches returns as ‘Sean Bean’. Last year, he gave you his heart… and now The Bean is back for more interactive chaos and glorious buffoonery to save Christmas once and for all. Starring Adam Riches as ‘Sean Bean’ and you as ‘A Bunch of B*stards’.
Why It’s a Christmas Must: Perfect for anyone seeking a non-traditional Christmas laugh.
It’s Christmas with Joe Ringer | 23 Dec | Playhouse
Popular vocalist Joe Ringer, his powerhouse 10-piece band, and a stellar cast of top vocal and dance talent return this December with their all-new Christmas Spectacular. Transporting audiences straight into a magical winter wonderland, this high-energy show spans all your festive favourites—from Bing Crosby and Michael Bublé to Silent Night, Fairytale of New York, Mariah Carey, and Slade. It’s a magnificent big-band celebration to jumpstart your Christmas celebrations.
Why It’s a Christmas Must: A traditional, big-band musical extravaganza packed with iconic holiday anthems just days before the big day; if this doesn’t make you feel festive, nothing will.
