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  • Venue Unicorn Theatre, London
  • Performance dates Booking to 3 January 2026
  • Running time Approx. 1 hour
  • Age guidelines 2+

Get tickets to How Does Santa Go Down The Chimney? in London this Christmas.

A festive comic caper for families is coming to London’s Unicorn Theatre this Christmas.

How Does Santa Go Down The Chimney? brings Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen’s hilarious picture book to life on stage in a brand new adaptation from acclaimed theatre company Told by an Idiot.

Ever wondered how Santa manages to squeeze down the chimney? Feet first? Head first? On a zip wire?

What if he gets stuck? What if there’s a fire at the bottom? Or no chimney at all?!

Join this anarchic festive adventure packed with physical comedy, live music and mischievous fun, as Santa tries every possible way to deliver his Christmas presents in time.

From the creative minds of Told by an Idiot, this laugh-out-loud festive treat is perfect for everyone aged 2 to 102.

How Does Santa Go Down The Chimney? is playing at the Unicorn Theatre in London from 15 November 2025 to 3 January 2026.

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Who is in the cast of How Does Santa Go Down The Chimney??

Starring Giulia Innocenti and Nathan Queeley-Dennis, with Frida Cæcilia Rødbroe (also Composer), Mikey Ureta (also Choreographer), and Anna Blackburn (Assistant Director/Understudy)

 

Who are the creative team of How Does Santa Go Down The Chimney??

  • Adapted and Directed by Paul Hunter
  • From the book by Mac Barnett, illustrated by Jon Klassen
  • Designed by Sonya Smullen
  • Lighting Designer Sarah Readman
  • Sound Designer Esther Kehinde Ajayi
  • Composer Frida Cæcilia Rødbroe
  • Choreographer Mikey Ureta
  • Puppet Director Rachel Leonard
  • Assistant Director Anna Blackburn
  • Chase Creator Carolina Valdés
  • A Unicorn Theatre and Told by an Idiot production

Venue Information

Unicorn Theatre , 147 Tooley Street, London, SE1 2HZ

Nearest Tube or Train: London Bridge

Nearest Buses: RV1, 47, 343, 381

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Critics' reviews of How Does Santa Go Down The Chimney?

★★★★ "The Unicorn’s delightfully absurd Christmas show" - TimeOut

Frequently Asked Questions

How Does Santa Go Down The Chimney? is playing at the Unicorn Theatre in London
The running time of How Does Santa Go Down The Chimney? is Approx. 1 hour
The age recommendations for How Does Santa Go Down The Chimney? are: 2+
Yes, How Does Santa Go Down The Chimney? has matinee performances on the following days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
No, sorry, How Does Santa Go Down The Chimney? has now completed its run and is no longer on sale.

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