Eastlife Winter 2019
It might be cold, damp and dark, but there’s still plenty to do across the region. With impressive museums, galleries, cosy pubs, theatres in an abundance and of course country walks, the East of England is very much geared up to make the most of winter.
It might be cold, damp and dark, but there’s still plenty to do across the region. With impressive museums, galleries, cosy pubs, theatres in an abundance and of course country walks, the East of England is very much geared up to make the most of winter.
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Beds, Bucks & Herts
Beds, Bucks & Herts
THEATRE, FILM AND SHOWS
29 Nov - 31 Dec Sleeping Beauty
The devoted team bring you the classic tale of Sleeping Beauty,
with fabulous costumes, stunning sets and non-stop laughs.
Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford WD17 1JZ
01923 235455 www.watfordpalacetheatre.co.uk
29 Nov - 26 Jan Beauty and the Beast
A baddie wanting boos, goodies with some gags, a heroine in
hot water...but what has happened to the handsome prince?
Join in a spectacular adventure as Dame ‘Derriere’ and son
Potty Pierre, cause chaos at the chateau.
The Gordon Craig Theatre, Lytton Way, Stevenage SG1 1LZ
01438 363200. www.gordon-craig.co.uk
30 Nov - 1 Jan The Snow Queen: A Frozen Fairytale
The story that inspired the smash-hit film ‘Frozen’ is brought
to life in an all-singing, all-dancing, all-snowing Christmas
spectacular!
Hertford Theatre, The Wash, Hertford SG14 1PS
01992 531500. www.hertfordtheatre.com
3-24 Dec Santa Claus And The Night Before Christmas
A truly unforgettable experience which includes bubbles and
the magical moment when snowflakes fall over the audience,
this interactive show is a must-see over the festive season.
Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford WD17 3JN
01923 571102 www.watfordcolosseum.co.uk
5 Dec - 5 Jan Sleeping Beauty
Packed with comedy, live music, a fantastic cast and a feisty
heroine this is a production that will enchant the whole family
and guaranteed to bring festive cheer to all.
Rhodes Theatre, 1-3 South Road, Bishop’s Stortford CM23 3JG
01279 710200. www.rhodesbishopsstortford.org.uk
6 Dec - 5 Jan Beauty and the Beast
Join Belle and the Beast as they are transported to the cursed
castle, under the spell of an evil enchantress! Can the wicked
Hugo be defeated? Can Belle see beyond the Beast and fall in
love with her captor? Starring EastEnders Danny Walters.
Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street HP20 1UG
0844 871 7607. www.atgtickets.com
7 Dec - 12 Jan Aladdin
Starring comedy legend Joe Pasquale as Wishee Washee,
West End and television leading man Lee Mead as Aladdin,
this spectacular adventure features a beautiful love story, a
wish-granting genie, a lamp packed full of spectacular family
entertainment and a fabulous cast and orchestra.
Milton Keynes Theatre, Marlborough Gate MK9 3NZ
0844 8717652. www.atgtickets.com
09-Dec Adam Kay - Twas The Nightshift Before Christmas
Adam Kay delves back into his diaries for a hilarious peek
behind the blue curtain at Christmas time.
Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford WD17 3JN
01923 571102 www.watfordcolosseum.co.uk
10-15 Dec The Wind In The Willows
An exciting adventure along the riverbank with a brand-new
staging of Kenneth Grahame’s family classic ‘The Wind In The
Willows’ this Christmas!
Broadway Theatre, Eastcheap, Letchworth Garden City SG6
3DD. 01462 681300. www.broadway-letchworth.com
12-13 Dec John Bishop: Work In Progress
John is very much looking forward to this new adventure, this
will be his eighth stand up show and its shaping up to be his
best yet!
The Gordon Craig Theatre, Lytton Way, Stevenage SG1 1LZ
01438 363200. www.gordon-craig.co.uk
14-22 Dec Hansel and Gretel
A fun-filled, sugar-fuelled, family-friendly pantomime adventure
that reminds us all not to take candy from strangers (even
if they wow you with a fabulous song and dance number!)
Quarry Theatre, 26 St Peter’s Street, Bedford MK40 2NN
01234 362337. www.quarrytheatre.org.uk
14-24 Dec The Santa Show
Follow the adventures of Santa and Jingleberry the Elf who
have the very important task of preparing all the presents for
Christmas day. This exciting, colourful, sing along interactive
show is perfect for 2 – 6 yr olds, their families, pre-schools and
nurseries.
Hertford Theatre, The Wash, Hertford SG14 1PS
01992 531500. www.hertfordtheatre.com
18-Dec The Snowman
This Christmas, join in on an immersive magical journey and
experience the heartwarming tale of ‘The Snowman’, screened
with live orchestra.
Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford WD17 3JN
01923 571102 www.watfordcolosseum.co.uk
21-Dec That’ll Be The Day 2019 Christmas Show
The UK’s most popular rock ‘n’ roll variety show celebrates the
festive season with all your favourite Christmas classics from the
50s, 60s & 70s, plus plenty of hilarious comedy!
The Gordon Craig Theatre, Lytton Way, Stevenage SG1 1LZ
01438 363200. www.gordon-craig.co.uk
23-24 Dec The Wizard of Oz
‘The Wizard of Oz’ is a two act, full-length, ballet adaptation
of the iconic tale by L. Frank Baum, told through the magic of
classical dance. Set to a classical score which brings the story
to life, this production is family friendly and is the perfect way to
introduce children to the classical ballet.
Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford WD17 3JN
01923 571102 www.watfordcolosseum.co.uk
15-19 Jan The Snowman
When a young boy’s snowman comes to life on Christmas Eve,
the two set off on a night-time quest for adventure. They meet
Father Christmas, dancing penguins, reindeer and crowds of
The Snowman’s friends, but will they escape evil Jack Frost and
get back home for Christmas morning?
Milton Keynes Theatre, Marlborough Gate MK9 3NZ
0844 8717652. www.atgtickets.com
15-19 Jan The Sleeping Beauty
A proper perfect panto! The writer has transformed the wellloved
story of the spell-bound Sleeping Princess into a very
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