The Gruffalo’s Child | Warwick Arts Centre

The Gruffalo’s Child Christmas show in Coventry is a magical festive theatre experience for families, bringing Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s much-loved story to life with songs, laughs, adventure and just the right amount of scary fun.

The Gruffalo’s Child Christmas 2026 at Warwick Arts Centre, Coventry

• Dates: Saturday 28 November – Sunday 27 December 2026

• Venue: Warwick Arts Centre, CV4 7AL

• Duration: 1 hour, no interval

• Recommended age: 3+

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Visit the Warwick Arts Centre website to book tickets and check performance times.

The Gruffalo’s Child Christmas Show in Coventry

Families can step into the deep dark wood this Christmas with The Gruffalo’s Child, presented by Tall Stories in an enchanting stage adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

Following the success of The Gruffalo and The Smeds and the Smoos, Tall Stories brings another much-loved children's story to the stage for a festive family theatre adventure in Coventry.

One wild and windy night, the Gruffalo’s Child decides to ignore her father’s warnings about the Big Bad Mouse and ventures into the deep dark wood.

Following snowy tracks, she encounters mysterious creatures along the way. But is the Big Bad Mouse really just a story… or could he actually be out there?

With songs, laughter, adventure and a little bit of scary fun, this one-hour production is designed to entertain everyone from age 3 upwards.

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What to Expect

Families attending The Gruffalo’s Child in Coventry can look forward to:

• A magical adaptation of the much-loved Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler story

• A festive adventure through the deep dark wood

• Songs, comedy and interactive family entertainment

• Mysterious woodland creatures and snowy tracks

• A little bit of scary fun without being too frightening

• A one-hour performance with no interval

• A professional production from Tall Stories

• A family-friendly theatre experience suitable for children aged 3+

Whether your family already loves The Gruffalo books or you are discovering the Gruffalo’s Child for the first time, this Christmas theatre show offers a lovely festive day out in Coventry.

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Accessible Performances

There are dedicated accessible performances available during the run.

Relaxed Performance

Sunday 29 November 2026 at 1.30pm

The relaxed performance has a more flexible approach to noise and movement. Audience members are free to come and go as needed.

The house lights will remain on at a low level and a quiet space/chill-out area will be available. A comfort cart will also include noise-cancelling headphones for adults and children.

BSL Interpreted Performance

Saturday 12 December 2026 at 1.30pm

This performance will include a BSL interpreter, with reserved seats available offering the best view of the interpreter.

Families should contact the Warwick Arts Centre Box Office to book these seats.

Schools Performances

Dedicated school performances are available from Tuesday 24 November to Thursday 17 December 2026.

• School group rate: £13.50 per ticket

• Free ticket: 1 free ticket for every 16 booked

Schools can contact the group bookings team for dates, availability and further information.