Santa’s First Christmas

A joyful world premiere to kick off the festive season

Santa spends every Christmas Eve spreading joy around the world. He’s so busy that he never gets the chance to celebrate himself – but this year his loyal, big-hearted elves are on a mission to give him the best Christmas ever. With a huge tree, lots of tasty treats and plenty of festive cheer, Santa joins in the fun and discovers the true magic of Christmas, for the very first time!

Olivier Award-winning director and choreographer James Cousins (Guys and Dolls, Bridge Theatre) brings his unique blend of inventive storytelling and extraordinary dance to Mac Barnett and Sydney Smith’s heart-warming story – set to music and lyrics by Harry Blake (Bear Snores On, Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre).

A Unicorn Theatre production.

From the book written by Mac Barnett, illustrated by Sydney Smith.

Published by Viking Books for Young Readers.

With special thanks to Charles Holloway OBE, Weston Theatre Season Partner.

Narrated mainly through dance and music, this production is accessible to a wide range of audiences. It emphasises kindness, thoughtfulness and a strong sense of community in a way that is appropriate to the age range.