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Maddie Moate's Very Curious Christmas
Opening on Dec 06, 2025
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Until January 4, 2026
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Suitable for 4+ yrs
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£23.13
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Why watch Maddie Moate's Very Curious Christmas?
- Come and join the BAFTA-winning children’s presenter Maddie Moate as she comes back to the West End , filled with festive facts and exciting experiments onstage.
- Maddie Moate's YouTube channel was awarded "Best Kids Channel" by Kidscreen in 2022 and she also bagged the title of Best Family Podcast at the 2021 British Podcast Awards. Maddie Moate's Very Curious Christmas even was nominated for the 2025 Olivier award for Best Family Show.
- Maddie arrives at Santa’s workshop on work experience alongside two uproarious elves—Tinker (trainee toymaker) and Goggles (Head of Elf Safety). When Christmas chaos hits, she leads a festive mission of experiments and curiosity to fix everything before Mrs Claus’s surprise inspection.
- Packed with festive fun, hands-on experiments, and plenty of giggles this family-friendly show is the perfect Christmas treat for kids and grown-ups as they work together to save the holiday season!
- Get ready for an absolute blast with Maddie's Curious Christmas! Tickets guarantee interactive activities, overflowing with holiday cheer.
Maddie Moate’s Very Curious Christmas returns to the West End this festive season with a limited engagement at the Garrick Theatre. This Olivier Award–nominated hit ('Best Family Show') transforms Maddie’s beloved children’s book into a live STEM extravaganza, reuniting her with fan-favourite elves Tinker and Goggles, plus on-screen Mrs Claus With interval‑free 60 minutes of seasonal magic, live experiments, audience quizzes, and theatrical charm, it’s an immersive treat for families. Reviews acclaim it as “a perfect blend of science experiments and musical‑theatre with a pantomime flair,” (BroadwayWorld) and praise Maddie’s “maximum enthusiasm” and interactive warmth that keeps the crowd smiling and engaged.
Storyline
Maddie is sent on work experience to Santa’s North Pole workshop, where things are spiraling out of control—silent crackers, snow machines gone haywire, flickering lights. With Mrs Claus due any moment, Maddie and her young audience help Tinker and Goggles restore order using science, curiosity, and a sprinkle of Christmas magic. Together they race the clock to pass the ultimate inspection and save holiday cheer.
Show timings
Show timings for Maddie Moate's Very Curious Christmas may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
Cast & crew
- Leading roles: Maddie Moate as ‘Maddie’ on work‑experience at Santa’s workshop, Kira MacCarter as Elf Tinker, the trainee toymaker, Zain Abrahams as Elf Goggles, Head of Elf Safety, Jennie Dale as Mrs Claus (appears virtually on screen)
- Director: Joanna Adeyinka‑Burford & Nic Doodson
- Producer: Nic Doodson & Andrew Kay; produced & general managed by COM International Limited (General Manager Carl Bonwick)
- Creator/ writer/ producer: Maddie Moate
- Set designer: Verity Sadler
- Costume designer: Verity Sadler
- Sound designer: Liam McDermott (also voice of ‘Chef’)
Note: Producers cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist, which is always subject to illness and holidays.
Age & content guide
- The play is recommended for people aged 4 and up.
- Age suitability recommendations are just suggestions. So, trust your judgment when booking tickets for any show, and enjoy!
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The Garrick Theatre,((https://www.london-theater-tickets.com/london-theatres/garrick-theatre) located on Charing Cross Road near Trafalgar Square, first welcomed audiences on 24 April 1889 with Pinero’s The Profligate—financed by W. S. Gilbert and designed by Walter Emden & C. J. Phipps on top of a buried underground river. Named after the renowned 18th‑century actor David Garrick, it quickly became a West End favorite for comedies and melodrama. With its elegant gold‑leaf auditorium, richly detailed plasterwork, chandeliers, and intimate stalls and dress circle seating (originally four levels, now a cozy 656‑seat venue), audiences are transported back to Victorian‑era London—though the interior was fully restored in 1989 and the façade refreshed in 1997.Under ownership of Nimax Theatres since 2005, the Garrick has consistently mounted high‑profile comedies and dramas—think No Sex Please, We’re British (4‑year run), The Last Five Years, Hamnet, and The Crown Jewels.
The Garrick Theatre seating plan can help you find the best seats in the theatre.
Getting there
- Address: 2 Charing Cross Road, London WC2H 0HH, United Kingdom.
- Train: The closest station is Charing Cross.
- Tube: The nearest station is Leicester Square.
- Bus: Nearby stops include Charing Cross Road (serviced by lines 24, 29, and 176) and Trafalgar Square (serviced by lines 3, 6, 9, 11, 12, 23, 24, 87, 88, 91, 139, and 453).
Facilities & accessibility
Available facilities: Cloakroom, bar, merchandise kiosks, gender neutral washrooms
Accessibility: Ramp, accessible seating options, hearing assistance, access performances, adapted toilets
Additional information
- Security: To ensure your comfort and security, you might encounter a few security checks when you arrive at the venue.
- Dress code: Smart casual or semi-formal attire is the way to go.
- Outside food: While outside food isn't usually allowed, many theaters have cafes or restaurants nearby for you to check out before or after the show.
Tickets redemption
- You’ll get an instant email confirmation right after you book your tickets.
- Enjoy a hassle-free entrance to the venue by showing your mobile ticket and a valid photo ID – no printout necessary!
Cancellation & refunds
- Tickets cannot be refunded, amended, or rescheduled.
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Frequently asked questions about Maddie Moate's Very Curious Christmas
How much do Maddie Moate’s A Very Curious Christmas tickets cost?
The cost of the tickets starts from £23 and will vary depending on the seats you choose.
What age group is the play appropriate for?
The show is recommended for families aged 4 and above.
Where is Maddie Moate’s A Very Curious Christmas playing in the West End?
The show makes its debut at the Garrick Theatre for a limited run from Dec 12, 2025 to Jan 4, 2026.
How long does the show run for?
The running time is approximately 1 hr with no interval.
What is Maggie Moate's Very Curious Christmas about?
Beloved kids entertainer Maddie Moate will be performing her live science show at the GarrickTheatre specially curated for the holiday season, with fun Christmas facts, mischievous elves and Mrs Claus' inspection to deal with (and for the whole family to learn from!)