Elf! releases cast images for 2023: Meet the headliners of this Christmas special!

Prepare yourselves for a festive adventure. Elf! the musical returns to the Dominion Theatre. Here is a glimpse of its fantastic cast.

Matthew Wolfended steps into the green tights of Buddy the Elf. Georgina Castle, known for her roles in Dirty Dancing and Mamma Mia!, will reprise her role as Jovie, which she played in 2022. Tom Chambers, known from Waterloo Road and Holby City, takes on the role of Walter Hobbs, Buddy's biological father. Known for her work in The Phantom of the Opera and Avenue Q, Rebecca Lock returns as Emily Hobbs. Ho ho ho! Nicholas Pound from Cats and The Rocky Horror Show will be playing Santa. After dazzling audiences in Wicked and Saturday Night Fever, Kim Ismay reprises her role as Debs. After dazzling audiences in Wicked and Saturday Night Fever, Kim Ismay reprises her role as Debs. Back by popular demand, Dermot Canavan (Hairspray, Oklahoma!) returns as the Store Manager.

The Creative Team

Directed by Philip Wm McKinley, Elf! features original scenery and costume design by Tim Goodchild. Liam Steel provides a spectacular choreography, accompanied by sound design by Gareth Owen, video design by Ian William Galloway and lighting by Patrick Woodroffe.

Plot

Elf! the musical is based on the acclaimed 2003 film starring Will Ferrell and a book by Tony Award winners Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin. It tells the humorous story of Buddy, a young orphan raised as an elf who sets out to locate his biological father in New York. This touching tale honours the gifts of love and family. 

Save the Date

A tale for audiences of all ages, Elf! at the Dominion Theatre from 15 November 2023 until 6 January 2024. Don't miss your chance to experience the magic of Christmas on stage—book your tickets now and join Buddy and his festive friends for a joyous celebration! Explore the Dominion Theatre seating plan for the best seats.