The Snowman Live in Concert
Visitors watch the festive family film The Snowman on the big screen accompanied by a live orchestral soundtrack performed by Sinfonia Smith Square. Conducted by Ellie Slorach, the performance also features selections from Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker and Leroy Anderson's A Christmas Festival. Seating downstairs in the Hall is fully reserved for audience members.
What to Expect
Screening of the classic animated film accompanied by a live orchestra.
Event Details
Duration
1 hour, with no interval.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with school-age children
Vibe
Festive and orchestral
Energy Level
Low
Budget
££
Photo Friendly
Low
Weather Sensitivity
None
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Price Band A: £35 (U18 £10), Rows E–N; Price Band B: £25 (U18 £10), Rows O–T; Price Band C: £20 (U18 £10), Rows U–W. U18 tickets are £10 in all price bands. An 8% booking fee applies to each ticket booked online or by phone; prices on the booking page include the fee. There is no booking fee for tickets bought in person from the box office, in advance or on the door before the event, subject to availability. Book tickets for both The Snowman Live in Concert and Wallace & Gromit: The Wrong Trousers Live in Concert to receive 10% off full-price tickets; the offer excludes Under-18 £10 tickets and is applied automatically at checkout. – Get tickets
- Hours: Sat 19 Dec: 1.30pm; Sun 20 Dec: 11.00am.
- Parking: On-street pay-and-display and residents’ parking operate in the area; two bays in Smith Square are reserved for disabled badge holders. The venue is within the Congestion Charge Zone and Ultra Low Emission Zone.
- Accessibility: Wheelchair and access companion seats can be booked in advance through the box office.
Tips & Advice
- Book a wheelchair or access companion seat through the Box Office before completing your plans.
- Check your booking details carefully before payment, as changes may not be possible once confirmed.
- Buy in person from the Box Office if you want to avoid the online or phone booking fee; on-door tickets are subject to availability.
- Consider public transport: Westminster, St James’s Park and Pimlico underground stations are within walking distance.
- If driving, note that the venue is inside the Congestion Charge Zone and Ultra Low Emission Zone, and that on-street parking operates in the area.
Special Events & Promotions
- Under-18 tickets are available at a concession rate.
- Book tickets for both The Snowman Live in Concert and Wallace & Gromit: The Wrong Trousers Live in Concert to receive a discount on full-price tickets; the offer excludes Under-18 tickets.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the concert suitable for?
The concert is suitable for children aged 5–11 and is described as a festive treat for audiences of all ages.
What will the orchestra perform?
Sinfonia Smith Square, conducted by Ellie Slorach, accompanies The Snowman film live and also performs selections from The Nutcracker and A Christmas Festival.
Is seating reserved?
All downstairs Hall seats are reserved. Seating in the Gallery is unavailable for this event.
How long is the concert?
It lasts one hour and has no interval.
How can I arrange a wheelchair or access companion seat?
Contact the Box Office by email or telephone to book a wheelchair seat or access companion seat.
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