Horrible Christmas

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Alexandra Palace Theatre

DURATION

1 hr 45 min

CLOSING DATE

Until January 4, 2025

AGE LIMIT

Suitable for 5+

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Why watch Horrible Christmas?

Created by award-winning author Terry Deary and brought to life by the kings of family theatre, the Birmingham Stage Company - it's a Christmas cracker of a show!
Journey through ghosts of seasons past with the masters of edutainment - Horrible Histories brings the blockbuster series’ festive blend of facts and fun for another season.
Laugh your stockings off as Charles Dickens raps, Henry VIII feasts, and Oliver Cromwell tries to ban Christmas cheer in this hilarious romp and a half.
The globally acclaimed production delivers a sleigh full of merry for the whole family, transporting you and your loved ones to a winter wonderland worthy of the name.

The Olivier-nominated team behind Gangsta Granny presents a Christmas show with serious street cred! The director, Neal Foster (who also plays Dad) has decked the halls with laughter bells, transforming the stage into a twinkling paradise. While Sydney Claus and his reindeer henchmen provide plenty of pantomime-style villainy, the show also sneaks in fascinating historical facts about the origins of our favorite Christmas traditions. Whether you’re a long-time fan of the series or starting your voyage through the world of Horrible Histories, this time-traveling yuletide escapade is the perfect mash-up of fun, facts, and festive cheer!

Storyline

'Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the house, not a creature was stirring... except for young Watson Williams, sneaking a peek at his presents! But when he opens a mysterious book, he's whisked away on a century-skipping adventure to save Christmas from the dastardly Sydney Claus. With the help of detective Shirley Holmes, and the unlikely company of Charles Dickens, Oliver Cromwell, King Henry VIII, and St Nicholas, Watson must hurtle through history to keep the holiday spirit alive. Will they defeat the evil man in red and his reindeer henchmen? Or will Christmas be canceled forever? It's a race against time (literally!) in this jolly, fact-filled spectacle!

Show timings

Show timings for Horrible Christmas may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.

Cast & crew

Director: Neal Foster
Costume Designer: Jackie Trousdale
Lighting Designer: Jason Taylor
Sound Designer: Tom Lishman
Music: Mathew Scott
Choreography: Rae Piper & paul Chantry
Cast: Birmingham Stage Company

Note: Producers can not guarantee the appearance of any particular artist, which is always subject to illness and holidays.

Age & content guide

Children below the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult (21+).
Please keep in mind that the theater does not have an age classification organization. This means that all age recommendations are subjective. Please use your judgment while purchasing tickets for any show.

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The Alexandra Palace Theatre popularly known as Ally Pally, has been functional as a respected performance space since 1873. In its initial years, it was famous for hosting everything from famous pantomimes to opera and ballet, before it was closed to the public for nearly 80 years. After significant development, it has been refurbished as a one-stop entertainment venue with a theatre, park, lake, ice rink, and palm court under one roof.

Alexandra Palace Theatre Seating Plan will help you find the best seats in the theater.

Getting there

Address: Alexandra Palace Way, London N22 7AY, United Kingdom

Tube: Wood Green is the nearest underground station on the Piccadilly Line.

Bus: The W3 bus runs from Finsbury Park and Tottenham to Alexandra Palace Ice Rink or Alexandra Palace Palm Court.

Facilities & accessibility

Available Facilities: Toilets, air conditioning, baby changing facilities

Accessibility: Accessible restrooms, wheelchair-accessible seating, ramp, Assistive Listening System, service animals welcome

Additional information

Security:To ensure your comfort and security, you might encounter a few security checks when you arrive at the venue.

Dress Code: Smart-casual or semi-formal attire is the way to go.

Outside Food: While outside food isn't usually allowed, many theaters have cafes or restaurants nearby for you to check out before or after the show.

Tickets redemption

You’ll get an instant email confirmation right after you book your tickets.
Enjoy a hassle-free entrance to the venue by showing your mobile ticket and a valid photo ID – no printout necessary!