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An illustration of a girl and an owl casting spells to make snow
Children & Families

Half a String presents

The Snowsmith

Christmas 2026 at Lakeside Arts

Sat 5 Dec 2026 – Sun 3 Jan 2027

Djanogly Theatre

£11.50-£13

Concession prices available.

On general sale Wed 1 Apr, 9:00am

On general sale Wed 1 Apr, 9:00am

This event is sold out. Please contact our box office on 0115 846 7777 to be added to the waiting list.

Running time

1 hour, no interval

Age range

Suitable for ages 4+

On general sale Wed 1 Apr, 9:00am

On general sale Wed 1 Apr, 9:00am

This event is sold out. Please contact our box office on 0115 846 7777 to be added to the waiting list.

Create magical memories with this festive family show, an immersive adventure with puppetry, live music, and captivating storytelling.

What can unite the grumpy town of Thawmor this winter? Legends tell of soft white snow that blankets the ground, and inventor Eira is determined to bring it back. So grab your goggles and join her madcap adventure as she battles a fearsome whale, explores an abandoned mine, and meets herds of goats whilst finding unlikely friends in the strangest of places.

Get lost in a world of breathtaking puppetry, live songs and folk music, all led by captivating storytellers. Discover this original winter tale that will enthral children, and answer the question: will it snow this winter?

Brought to you by Half a String, a company that uses puppetry, design, and original music to craft fantastical human stories grounded in live performance. Their charming tale of determination, The Snowsmith, is sure to fill you with festive spirit.

You can also enjoy this original story, by Half a String, in a beautiful book – order your copy with your tickets and collect when you come to see the show.

Watch the trailer...

Images from the show

Three actors on stage with a bunting in the background, one holding an owl puppet, the other two playing on musical instruments
a female actor shows a book to an owl puppet
An actress holding a banjo stroking a goat puppet
a dark stage with an actor waving a big fabric creating the impression of a wave
An actress holding an owl puppet

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