29 Nov 2024 - 31 Dec 2024

The Snow Queen

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Written By Anna Wheatley

Based on the Hans Christian Andersen Fairy Tale

This Christmas, immerse yourself in a festive world inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s timeless folktale. With original music, vibrant characters and a flurry of Reading Rep magic. Prepare to be captivated, whatever your age – you may even learn some crow along the way! 

During the picturesque mid-winters of Odense, Denmark, the frosty air nips at your nose and houses huddle so close together their rooftops kiss. Here Kai and Gerda’s rose garden blooms amidst tales spun by Kai’s sprightly grandma. But in the distant snowy wastelands, The Snow Queen reigns supreme.

When Kai suddenly and mysteriously disappears, Gerda must brave icy landscapes to find her best friend. Join her in this exhilarating adventure as she wrestles with bandits, befriends reindeers and comes face to face with her greatest fears. Destiny and friendship are put to the ultimate test in this enchanting tale of courage and determination.

Age Guidance: 8+

Content Warnings include – loud noises, flashing lights, smoke, haze, depictions of anxiety and panic attacks

Under 30’s

Performances on Friday 29 and Saturday 30 November, tickets will be £5 for those between 16-30 years old.

BOOK NOW using the code 30UNDER on checkout

*please note, tickets are limited to two people per purchase. Ticket buyers must bring proof of age to Box Office. The number of discounted tickets is limited to 30 per performance.

Families

Get 15% off your order when you buy four tickets to our festive show. At least two tickets must be for under 16’s.

BOOK NOW using the code RRFAMILY on checkout.


Access

Please take a look through our Visual Access Guide for The Snow Queen

Our Audio Described performance will be on 7 December at 3pm.

Our Relaxed Performance and Dementia Friendly Performance takes place on 14 December at 3pm.

Our British Sign Interpreted Performance and Captioned Performance takes place on 18 December at 6.30pm. Ana Becker is the interpreter for this show.

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SCHOOL BOOKINGS

Reading Rep Theatre has a long history of working with schools, and we look forward to collaborating with you. If you would like to discuss a bespoke workshop for your school or group please email engage@readingrep.com

For schools enquiries and ticket bookings, please email boxoffice@readingrep.com

Cast & Creative

Orla O’Sullivan

Gerda

Charlotte Warner

Ragna

Mark Desebrock

Kai

Niall Kiely

Bae

Anna Wheatly

Writer

Paul Stacey

Director

Chris Cuming

Associate Director

Mathew Forbes

Puppetry Designer & Director

Puppet Builder

Liz Johnson of Promotional Props & Costumes

Libby Todd

Set and Costume Designer

Joe Dines

Composer and Sound Designer

Libby Ward

Video Designer

Hazel McIntosh

Costumer Supervisor

Jordan Harris

Production Manager

Megan Powell

Stage Manager

Mia Taylor

Assistant Stage Manager

ZooCo

Access Consultant

Ana Becker

BSL Interpreter

Select a performance

Tue 10th December
7.30pm
Wed 11th December
7.30pm
Thu 12th December
6.30pm
Fri 13th December
7.30pm
Sat 14th December
3.00pm
Relaxed Relaxed
Dementia Friendly Dementia Friendly
Sat 14th December
7.30pm
Sun 15th December
5.00pm
Tue 17th December
7.30pm
Wed 18th December
6.30pm
Signed performance SignedInfo
Captioned Captioned
Thu 19th December
7.30pm
Fri 20th December
7.30pm
Sat 21st December
3.00pm
Sat 21st December
7.30pm
Mon 23rd December
1.00pm
Mon 23rd December
6.00pm
Tue 24th December
1.00pm
Tue 24th December
6.00pm
Thu 26th December
3.00pm
Fri 27th December
3.00pm
Fri 27th December
7.30pm
Sat 28th December
7.30pm
Sun 29th December
5.00pm
Mon 30th December
7.30pm
Tue 31st December
3.00pm