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  • Venue Garrick Theatre, London
  • Performance dates Booking to 4 January 2026
  • Running time 1 hour (no interval)
  • Age guidelines 4+

Get Tickets to Maddie Moate’s Very Curious Christmas in the West End

This festive season, join BAFTA-winning children’s TV presenter Maddie Moate at the Garrick Theatre for a magical, science-packed adventure the whole family will love.

Inspired by her hit book A Very Curious Christmas, Maddie brings her signature curiosity and festive facts to the stage — exploring the science of winter and uncovering the secrets behind our most beloved holiday traditions.

Maddie’s on work experience in a snowy workshop, but things aren’t going to plan. With two mischievous elves — Tinker the trainee toymaker and Goggles, Head of Elf Safety — causing chaos, the countdown to Christmas is in jeopardy!

Can Maddie and her audience use science, creativity, and a sprinkle of Christmas magic to save the day before Mrs Claus arrives?

Packed with hands-on experiments, seasonal silliness, and plenty of audience interaction, Maddie Moate’s Very Curious Christmas is a joyful theatrical treat for curious kids and grown-ups alike.

Performances run from 12 December 2025 to 4 January 2026 at the Garrick Theatre, London. Book your tickets now for this festive family favourite!

Maddie is on work experience in this winter wonderland, and she’s got her hands full with two hilarious elves: Tinker, the trainee toymaker, and Goggles, the Head of Elf Safety.

But with Christmas just around the corner, the workshop is a whirlwind of mishaps!

With the clock ticking, Maddie and her young audience must use science, curiosity, and a sprinkle of Christmas magic to help Tinker and Goggles fix the workshop in time for Mrs Claus’ big visit.

 Packed with festive fun, hands-on experiments, and plenty of giggles this family-friendly show is the perfect Christmas treat for kids and grown-ups as they work together to save the holiday season!

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Stars and Creatives

Maddie Moate
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Who is in the cast of Maddie Moate's Very Curious Christmas?

Starring Maddie Moate, Kira MacCarter as Tinker, Zain Abrahams as Goggles and Jennie Dale appearing virtually as ‘Mrs Claus’

Who are the creative team of Maddie Moate's Very Curious Christmas?

Created and written by Maddie Moate

Important Notes

Age advice: 4+. Children under the age of 18 months are classed as ‘babes-in-arms’ and will not require a ticket. Children aged 18 months and older will require a ticket.

Venue Information

Garrick Theatre , 2 Charing Cross Road, London, WC2H 0HH

Nearest Tube or Train: Charing Cross (Northern line, Bakerloo line), Embankment (Northern line, Bakerloo line, District line, Circle line), Leicester Square (Northern line, Piccadilly line)

Nearest Buses: 3, 6, 9, 12, 13, 15, 24, 29, 30

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Critics' reviews of Maddie Moate's Very Curious Christmas

"CBeebies star’s scientific wonderland... There’s plenty of festive, fact-filled fun at this kids’ show hosted by the cheery TV presenter" - The Guardian

Frequently Asked Questions

Maddie Moate's Very Curious Christmas is playing at the Garrick Theatre in London
The running time of Maddie Moate's Very Curious Christmas is 1 hour (no interval)
The age recommendations for Maddie Moate's Very Curious Christmas are: 4+
Yes, Maddie Moate's Very Curious Christmas has matinee performances on the following days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
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