Interactive 50-minute fairytale with clowning and puppetry for children, part of Harrogate Theatre's Little Stages series.
The Elves and the Shoemaker comes to Harrogate Theatre on Friday 12 and Saturday 13 March 2027, as part of the theatre's Little Stages series. It's a brand-new version of the fairytale, presented by Exeter Northcott Theatre and Paddleboat Theatre Company, and it's built as a highly interactive 50-minute adventure full of clowning, puppetry and a magical miniature world.
The story is one you'll know: cheeky Elves live hidden in the nooks and crannies of an old Shoemaker's shop, feeding on the odds and ends left behind—shoelaces, scraps of leather and sandwich crumbs. But when sales dwindle and the shop looks as if it might close for good, the Elves and the Shoemaker have to work together to save their home. It's recommended for ages 4 and up, and under-16s need to be accompanied.
Little Stages is Harrogate Theatre's series for young audiences, bringing theatre to children through a mix of storytelling, puppetry, ballet, music and more, and it's sponsored by Broadley Commercial. This particular show fits right into that, combining the clowning and puppets with a fairytale that's easy for little ones to follow. If you've got specific access needs, there are audio described, British Sign Language interpreted, captioned and relaxed performances available.
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There are four showtimes each day: 10:30am, 1:00pm, 1:30pm and 4:30pm, so you can pick a slot that works around naps or school runs. Tickets run from £16.00 up to £64.00, with the top price being for a box seat that holds four. The theatre is on Oxford Street, Harrogate HG1 1QF.
