Festive shows at Northcott and Barnfield Theatres

Make magical memories this Christmas with Exeter Northcott and Barnfield Theatres.

From spellbinding pantomimes like Sleeping Beauty and Cinderella to heartwarming family shows and festive surprises, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Gather your loved ones, share a little laughter and sparkle, and let the Christmas magic begin.

Sleeping Beauty

Northcott Theatre: 27th November - 3rd January

Wake up to a magical Christmas with Sleeping Beauty.

Get ready for a spellbinding festive treat as Exeter Northcott Theatre and Le Navet Bete bring their hugely popular pantomime back to the stage. Expect dazzling costumes, toe-tapping tunes, side-splitting comedy and plenty of mischief in this hilarious fairytale adventure. 

Perfect for families looking to sprinkle a little extra magic over the festive season, this spectacular show promises laughter, surprises and audience fun aplenty. Gather your favourite people, warm up those booing voices and prepare for a pantomime packed with Christmas cheer.

The Vicar of Dibley: The Greatest Nativity Ever Told (well almost)

Barnfield Theatre: 1st - 5th December

No, no, no, no… YES! It’s time for a very Dibley Christmas.

Get ready for festive chaos as Exeter Little Theatre Company brings The Vicar of Dibley: The Greatest Nativity Ever Told (almost) to Barnfield Theatre. Join the much-loved Reverend Geraldine Granger and Dibley’s delightfully eccentric villagers for honeymoon surprises, chaotic village radio, quirky quizzes and a Christmas Nativity that’s anything but holy.

Packed with familiar faces, hilarious antics and laugh-out-loud moments, this comedy is the perfect festive treat for fans of the iconic TV series. Gather your friends, family or colleagues for a gloriously funny night out.

Café Theatre goes live on air this Christmas!

Barnfield Theatre: 9th December

All stations tuned to Christmas cheer!

Fancy something a little different this festive season? Head to Barnfield Theatre for Café Theatre Goes Live on Air This Christmas! Watch as Café Theatre’s talented performers transform the Clifford Room into a lively radio studio, bringing a festive broadcast to life before your very eyes.

Expect a delightful mix of comedy, drama, poetry, storytelling, music, original writing and wonderfully inventive live sound effects. With presenters, quirky characters and unexpected surprises, you never know quite what might happen next.

An evening with Eric & Ern at Christmas

Barnfield Theatre: 16th - 20th December

Bring on the Christmas chuckles with Eric & Ern.

Get ready for an evening of sunshine and laughter as comedy legends Morecambe & Wise return in spirit at An Evening with Eric and Ern at Christmas at Exeter’s Barnfield Theatre. Starring Olivier-nominated duo Ian Ashpitel and Jonty Stephens, this brilliant tribute celebrates the nation’s favourite double act with much-loved sketches, songs and unforgettable comedy moments.

From Grieg’s Piano Concerto to Mr Memory and the legendary “Arsenal!” routine, expect a nostalgic trip back to those classic Christmas TV specials. Perfect for the whole family, this is a festive treat guaranteed to raise a smile.

A (little) Christmas Carol

Barnfield Theatre: 17th - 29th December

A little story, a lot of Christmas magic.

Looking for a festive family treat? Step into the magical world of A (little) Christmas Carol at Exeter’s Barnfield Theatre. Created especially for children aged 3–8, this joyful twist on Charles Dickens’ classic follows three siblings who, snowed in on Christmas Eve, bring the story of Ebenezer Scrooge to life.

Expect catchy songs, friendly ghosts, gentle humour and imaginative theatrical magic, from snowy rooftops to a Wotsit-filled dance party. Perfect as a little one’s first theatre experience, this heartwarming show celebrates kindness, generosity and the joy of Christmas.

Cinderella

Barnfield Theatre: 31st December - 1st January

Cinderella, you shall go to the theatre ball.

Get ready for a fairytale adventure with Cinderella at Exeter Northcott Theatre. This spectacular festive pantomime promises a magical mix of laugh-out-loud comedy, dazzling costumes, toe-tapping tunes and plenty of mischief. Join Cinderella as she dreams of escaping her wicked stepmother, with a little help from her Fairy Godmother, Buttons and some very special magic.

Expect enchanting moments, hilarious surprises and plenty of pantomime fun for the whole family. Whether you’re cheering for Cinderella or booing the baddies, it’s the perfect way to sprinkle some extra sparkle over the Christmas holidays.

Visit Exeter Northcott Theatre for more information about their line-up of shows and events.