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The Box of Delights

19 December 2025–28 December 2025

Main Stage

Synopsis

A magical fantasy adventure for the whole family, adapted from John Masefield’s 1935 novel.

When Kay Harker returns home for the Christmas holidays, he meets an old magician who entrusts him with a mysterious, magical box – the Box of Delights. The box has incredible powers and Kay is quickly entangled in a thrilling adventure involving time travel, magic and sinister forces.

As Kay struggles to protect the box, he must outwit those who want to use the box for evil and preserve the magic of Christmas. Along the way he encounters mythical creatures, shifting realities and the rich folklore of a fantastical world.

The play is a festive, fast-paced blend of mystery and enchantment, filled with wonder and the spirit of childhood adventure.

Ticket information

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Tickets £16
Concessions £14
13 & under £10

Please note this production is suitable for ages 7+

The performance is approximately 2 hours 10 minutes including the interval.

Credits & acknowledgements

By:
by Piers Torday
based on the novel by John Masefield

On the:
Main Stage

Produced by:
Company of Ten