Can you help Gerda the mouse find her best friend Kai and lift The Snow Queen's spell in time for Christmas?
A Sparkling New Christmas Show for Ages 3–8 (and Their Grown-Ups!)
It’s Christmas Eve in Bluebell Wood, and excitement is in the air. Gerda, the littlest mouse, is hosting a cozy sleepover with her best friend Kai — and you’re invited. But something’s not quite right…
A sudden chill sweeps through the trees. The mysterious Snow Queen has cast an unhappiness spell over the forest, and suddenly Kai vanishes in a flurry of snow. Gerda must set off on a daring adventure to bring him home.
Can she break the spell and save Bluebell Wood in time for Christmas? She’ll need courage, kindness… and your help!
Bursting with original songs you can sing along to, enchanting puppetry, lively dance, and wintery surprises, The Snow Queen is a heartwarming retelling of a classic tale filled with friendship, bravery, and the magic of helping others.
From award-winning artistic director Nancy Hirst (co-creator of the cult children’s Saves Christmas theatre series), with enchanting design by Laura McEwen (Well Done Mummy Penguin, the Albany’s 2024 festive show; The Princess and the Pea, Unicorn Theatre), and original music by Eamonn O’Dwyer (The Lion Inside, Southbank Centre), this glittering new production is the perfect festive treat for young theatre-goers and their families.
Quotes on Icon's Previous Productions
“If I see a children’s Christmas show this year with more charm and originality, I shall be very surprised” The Stage
“Wow, we’re in fairyland!” The Stage
“Quite unlike anything you’ve seen before… irresistible” ★★★★ Telegraph
“A brilliant introduction to theatre for little ones and a lovely way to get into the spirit of the season” Audience Member
Creative Team, Cast & Production Team
Writer and Director Nancy Hirst
Composer, Lyricist and Musical Director Eamonn O’Dwyer
Set and Costume Designer Laura McEwen
Movement Director Maria Ghoumrassi
Lighting Designer Callum Macdonald
Sound Designer Joseff Harris
Puppet Maker Eleanor Glover
Costume Maker Rosie Cannings
Sound 2 Anna Wood
Wardrobe Florence Lindo
Gerda the Mouse Eve Pereira
Mum / Frost Fairy / Thieving Squirrel / Snow Queen Freya Stephenson
Kai / Babbling Brook / Crow Henry Regan
R&D Performer Nia Davies
Production Manager Dave Sherman
Stage Manager, on book Lauren Wedgeworth
Backstage Team Member (Incubator Programme – supported by Amazon) Caitlyn Adie
Consultant: Chris Elwell
For Schools
A resources pack for Key Stages 1 & 2 is available to download below.
An Icon Theatre production, co-produced with The Albany, Deptford. This production is supported by Arts Council England, Garfield Weston Foundation and The Garrick Trust.
Photos: (c) Roswitha Chesher
Trailer: Martin Collins
