The nights are drawing in and the thicker duvet’s will be out soon. I know it’s early but when it begins to get darker I start to think about Christmas. When I think of the festivities many things come to mind; turkey, mince pies, family and friends and of course the classic film, The Snowman . Lucas is now of an age were he loves singing and we cannot wait to introduce him to pantomimes and the theatre. I am thrilled we have been invited* along to review The Snowman this December at the Blackpool Tower Ballroom, it is the perfect introduction to the festive season and I hope a real tradition of family theatre.
Based on the Raymond Biggs book, The Snowman Tour brings to life this enchanting film via a big screen accompanied by a live, professional orchestra playing the original score. A young local soloist will also sing the iconic “Walking in the air” written by Howard Blake. There will also be a flying visit from The Snowman.
There are two parts to the show which will be a real treat. The other half will be a short animated film. There are three different films dependant on venue being Cinderella, The Nutcracker or The Bear and the Piano. At the Blackpool Tower venue we will be treated to a new animated film based on David Litchfield’s award winning book The Bear and the Piano. The animation is narrated by Joanna Lumley and will be accompanied by the live orchestra. We have not encountered this book so we will wait with eager anticipation. I am sure you agree it sounds like an exciting outing for both adults and children.
There is only 84 days until The Snowman Tour begins! Our venue Blackpool Tower Ballroom will be amazing with the tower lit up for the illuminations. Other venues include the impressive York Minster, Liverpool, Lichfield, Worcester, Coventry and Durham Cathedrals. Click here to check for dates and venues to book tickets x
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Kaz & Ickle Pickle (@IcklePicklex)
September 7, 2017 at 8:56 pm (8 months ago)I do love this time of year. This looks such a magical show, I would love to take Pickle. Kaz x
Sarah
September 7, 2017 at 9:02 pm (8 months ago)Aww this looks like a lovely show. I loved The Snowman! On the video, right at the start you see a Snowman toy? My cousin used to have that exact toy and I was always jealous. Haha
Jess | The Indigo Hours
September 8, 2017 at 6:54 pm (8 months ago)Ohh this sounds amazing, The Snowman is such a magical story <3
jenny
September 8, 2017 at 9:25 pm (8 months ago)This sounds so fab and a great Christmas treat for children.
LaaLaa
September 9, 2017 at 7:24 am (8 months ago)Feeling as though from last week I should of put on my thicker duvet. The Snowman, if this isn’t the ultimate Christmas short film, this would be amazing for children x
Olivia Jade (@dungareesdonuts)
September 9, 2017 at 7:38 pm (7 months ago)Oh my gosh this looks so fabulous, I remember this from when I was younger. I think the kids will love it 🙂 x
BonfireMom
September 9, 2017 at 10:01 pm (7 months ago)My daughter loves the snowman, so will defo be looking in to this! xxx
Rebecca Smith
September 9, 2017 at 10:54 pm (7 months ago)Oh how exciting! We love The Snowman so might see if there is a show near us
Lily
September 9, 2017 at 11:21 pm (7 months ago)Man this sums up my childhood! This was one of the only films my school used to let us watch around Christmas time, so it brings back so many lovely memories to see it as a tour! Hopefully it’ll bring lots of other people the joy and happy memories it brought us all those years ago.
Globalmouse (@globalmouse1)
September 10, 2017 at 9:02 am (7 months ago)That’s so exciting that the Snowman is going on tour, we saw it in London in the run up to Christmas last year and loved it.
Kate Williams
September 10, 2017 at 9:04 am (7 months ago)Oh my goodness I would LOVE to go to this! Will have to check out if it’s going to be anywhere near us.
Lucy | Real Mum Reviews
September 10, 2017 at 1:26 pm (7 months ago)Oh wow this looks amazing! Erin would love this we will check out the Coventry dates!
Madeeha
September 10, 2017 at 8:43 pm (7 months ago)I would love to attend it. But I don’t see any location near to me which is a shame. I hope everyone who attend it, enjoy it.
Ordinary Hopes
September 10, 2017 at 10:20 pm (7 months ago)I wish it was showing somewhere near me. I look forward to reading all about it.
The Inner Circle
September 10, 2017 at 10:38 pm (7 months ago)Sounds like Lucas and you will have a great time watching The Snowman Tour
@JaxFortyNorth - Mummy's Little Monkey
September 10, 2017 at 10:57 pm (7 months ago)Ah, such a classic. My eldest cries every time she watches the original movie… but she still wants to watch it over and over! I bet she’d LOVE the stage show. x
cottagegardentrio
September 11, 2017 at 7:00 am (7 months ago)I was just looking to see what Christmas type production we could see this year as my daughter is three and finallly old enough I feel. The snowman is an old favourite of mine.
Deborah Butler (@SuperBusyMum)
September 11, 2017 at 9:20 am (7 months ago)Wow, this looks like such a lovely show!
Fatima
September 11, 2017 at 11:20 am (7 months ago)We’ve actually started using a light duvet already as it gets cooler in the mornings. The snowman tour sounds great, my little one would enjoy a lot!
Louise
September 11, 2017 at 9:27 pm (7 months ago)This sounds lovely and I love that it takes place at The Blackpool Tower x
A Day In The Life Of A Mum Of 6
September 12, 2017 at 11:10 am (7 months ago)I am such a child still when i think of Christmas, i love nothing better than getting ready for the festivities. This sounds like a fabulous thing to go and see pre xmas to get you in the mood x
the Curious Pixie
September 12, 2017 at 11:17 am (7 months ago)Oh I love The Snowman. Love to take the kids to it. I have so many happy memories watching that film.
fussfreejen
September 13, 2017 at 10:07 am (7 months ago)I love The Snowman, it is an essential part of winter and Christmas. The tour sounds like a fantastic idea, and will be well worth seeing.
Rhian Westbury
September 15, 2017 at 10:35 am (7 months ago)Looks like a lovely tour, I’ve not seen the snowman in years x
Amy
September 15, 2017 at 10:58 pm (7 months ago)You’re starting winter off way too early! I’m refusing to give up my floral dresses!
I loved the Snowman growing up, sounds like an amazing tour!
The Squirmy Popple
September 21, 2017 at 7:13 am (7 months ago)I love the Snowman! My daughter refused to watch it last year, but she was only 18 months – I’m hoping this year she’ll be old enough to enjoy it! #stayclassymama
mummyhereandthere
September 21, 2017 at 10:55 am (7 months ago)This looks an amazing experience and would be really magical at Christmas time Z #stayclassymama
Anne - Just Only Home
September 21, 2017 at 5:21 pm (7 months ago)How fun! I’m still dreading giving up summer… but my kiddos are sure getting excited for all the holidays coming up!
Aleena Brown
September 21, 2017 at 9:57 pm (7 months ago)Oh that looks like it’ll be so good! I’m excited for Christmas this year, I think both kids are going to be really giddy!! #stayclassymama
anywaytostayathome
September 21, 2017 at 10:22 pm (7 months ago)I’m gutted this isn’t coming close to us, I would love to go #stayclassymama
Jessica Foley (@ModernMomsLife)
September 22, 2017 at 1:09 am (7 months ago)That sounds amazing! I love orchestration like this. I truly hope you go and enjoy – I’m a bit far away to take it in. (I’m in Canada!)
~Jess
#StayClassyMama
nurserywhines
September 23, 2017 at 5:08 pm (7 months ago)Loved the Snowman as a child and can’t wait to tale my daughter to some live theatre and pantos. #stayclassymama
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September 24, 2017 at 8:31 am (7 months ago)The Snowman is such a classic part of Christmas and I love the idea of it being performed live #stayclassymama
Laura Dove
September 26, 2017 at 11:15 am (7 months ago)Ooh we are going here too, I can’t wait! #stayclassymama