What Theatre is in Edinburgh Christmas 2023?

25 November-31 December 2023 Where? Festival Theatre, Edinburgh The Polar Express For a full immersive experience, don't miss The Polar Express. Visiting Edinburgh for the first time, you'll be blown away with the sounds, sights, and characters boarding the train.

What Christmas musicals are in Edinburgh in 2023?

The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan, produced by the world's biggest pantomime producer Crossroads Pantomimes, will run from November 25, 2023, to December 31, 2023 and will star panto favourites Allan Stewart, Grant Stott and Jordan Young.

What's on Edinburgh Theatres 2023?

What is the panto for 2023 Edinburgh?

We are delighted to announce Allan Stewart, Grant Stott and Jordan Young will return to star in the high-flying panto, The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan at the Festival Theatre, Edinburgh from Saturday 25 November to Sunday 31 December 2023.

What is coming to the Festival Theatre Edinburgh?

Edinburgh Christmas 2023 | Everything You Need To Know Before Visiting

What is the main theatre in Edinburgh?

Firmly established in the cultural landscape of Edinburgh and Scotland, the Edinburgh Playhouse is the UK's largest all seated theatre and plays host to some of the biggest names in live music, comedy and musical theatre.

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What's on in Edinburgh December 2023?

What is the Christmas panto in Scotland 2023?

The King's Panto relocated to the Festival Theatre last year with 'Snow White' and now Crossroads Pantomimes present a brand new panto spin on 'Peter Pan'. Join Peter Pan as he sets sail on a brand-new adventure for Christmas 2023.

Where is the pantomime in Edinburgh this year?

Taking place at Edinburgh's Festival Theatre, it's got everything you need to warm up the winter season, including pantomime favourites Allan Stewart, Grant Stott and Jordan Young. Performances run from 25 November to 31 December 2023, with various times available.

What's on in Edinburgh over Christmas?

Is Hamilton coming to Edinburgh?

Running for 9 weeks, it will be on stage at Festival Theatre Edinburgh from 28 February to 27 April 2024.

Does Edinburgh have a Theatre?

The Edinburgh Playhouse is a massive theatre with more seats than any other non-sporting theatre in the UK and hosts a wide variety of performances.

Do you need tickets to go to the Edinburgh Christmas market?

Do you need tickets for the Edinburgh Christmas market? Access to the Christmas market is free and unticketed but tickets are required for the big wheel, the ice rink and Santa's stories. You can book these online at the official website or on the day but ticket purchases are cashless.

Is Edinburgh worth visiting in December?

Christmas and New Year are also hugely entertaining and popular. Outside of these very busy months, there remains a lot to offer Edinburgh visitors in terms of year-round entertainment, events, attractions, restaurants and bars.

Does it snow in Edinburgh?

In Scotland's cities including Edinburgh, snow occurences tend to be a rarity. But whether you get to experience a Glasgow winter or the festive season in Aberdeen, Scotland's cities are still special places at this time of year.

How long is the Snow White pantomime?

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs has a running time of approximately 2 hours 20 minutes, including one interval. Please allow extra time if you are making travel arrangements. What is the running time of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre?

What is the best pantomime in Glasgow 2023?

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs - Glasgow

You don't want to miss pantomime legends, Elaine C Smith, and Johnny Mac! They'll bring some festive cheer full of comedy, song and dance and fabulous costumes to The King's Theatre this Christmas in Glasgow.

Why is panto at Christmas?

There are a few theories about why pantomime is performed at Christmas. One is that it harks back to Medieval mummers plays. A mummers play was a traditional folk play performed in masks, often inspired by the tale of Saint George and the Dragon, which involved stage fights, magical creatures and humour.

Is there snow in Edinburgh in December?

Snowfall in Edinburgh primarily occurs between November and March, with January and February being the coldest and most likely months for snow.

Is it expensive to live in Edinburgh?

Edinburgh is the third most expensive place to live in the UK if you live on your own, a study has found. Only people in London and Bristol face bigger costs, according to the calculations which looked at average bills for rent, utilities, shopping, restaurants, clothes and transport in the UK's 20 biggest cities.

Are things open in Edinburgh at Christmas?

Generally, everything is shut down on Christmas Day as it's a day to spend with family - as I said, some eating /drinking establishments may be open for set times or may open later in the evening. Even the winter wonderland area in Princes Street gardens is closed on Christmas Day.

When did Edinburgh Festival Theatre open?

The Festival Theatre opened with 'Meet Me At The Empire' a gala variety performance featuring The Krankies on 18 June 1994.

How many seats are in the Festival Theatre in Edinburgh?

With a seating capacity of 1,915, the year round programme includes cutting-edge contemporary dance, large-scale musicals and event theatre, international ballet and opera productions and a variety of stand-up comedy and live music shows.

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