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.
Schools’ performances of The Snowsmith:
Thursday 3 & Friday 4 December, 10.30am & 1.30pm
Tuesday 8 – Friday 11 December, 10.30am & 1.30pm
Tuesday 15 – Thursday 17 December, 10.30am & 1.30pm
EARLY BIRD OFFER: Book and pay before 31 July 2026 to receive our early bird price of £8 per child,* with one free teacher/guardian ticket for every nine tickets purchased. The show is supported by teachers’ resources for follow-up class activities.
How to book:
Simply contact Lakeside’s Box Office team on 0115 846 7777 or lakeside-box-office@nottingham.ac.uk, which is open 11am-4pm, Tuesday-Saturday.
* Tickets booked after 31 July 2026 will be £8.50 per child.
