
Santa's First Christmas
–Santa's First Christmas
–About Santa's First Christmas
A joyful world premiere to kick off the festive season
Santa spends every Christmas Eve spreading joy around the world. He's so busy that he never gets the chance to celebrate himself - but this year his loyal, big-hearted elves are on a mission to give him the best Christmas ever. With a huge tree, lots of tasty treats and plenty of festive cheer, Santa joins in the fun and discovers the true magic of Christmas, for the very first time!
Olivier Award-winning director and choreographer James Cousins (Guys and Dolls, Bridge Theatre) brings his unique blend of inventive storytelling and extraordinary dance to Mac Barnett and Sydney Smith’s heart-warming story – set to music and lyrics by Harry Blake (Bear Snores On, Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre).
A Unicorn Theatre production.
From the book written by Mac Barnett, illustrated by Sydney Smith.
Published by Viking Books for Young Readers.
With special thanks to Charles Holloway OBE, Weston Theatre Season Partner.
Creative Team
- From the book written by Mac Barnett, illustrated by Sydney Smith
- Adapted by Rachel Bagshaw
- Directed and choreographed by James Cousins
- Music and lyrics by Harry Blake


