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Christmas gift ideas for theatre lovers from Bristol Old Vic

Bristol Old Vic have lots of special gifts for the theatre fan in your life available from their online shop, with all profits going towards supporting the theatre and freelancers who are unable to work or perform to a live audience at the moment. 

You can purchase gift vouchers for a friend, allowing them to choose a show that is right for them. Vouchers are valid for 12 months. Bristol Old Vic memberships are also available, with membership holders able to receive access to priority booking, discounts and more for a whole year. You can also use the gift vouchers to purchase a season pass to the Old Vic at Home Season Two. 

If you are a fan of The Grinning Man, the shop has the Original London Cast recording available on CD, as well themed face masks from the show’s award winning designer, Jon Bausor. 

World-renowned Bristol theatre designer has created a range of clothing through her new sustainable fashion brand, Article Green. All of the cloths are made in Bristol using sustainably produced textiles and are packaged without plastic. She works with a small team of theatre costume makers who have been greatly impacted by the pandemic. Article Green has launched 5 new pieces inspired by the colours of Bristol Old Vic auditorium, available here

Bristol actors Lucy Tuck and Stewart Wright have created a street event that will come direct to your door called BS3 Santa, bringing a special Santa visit with extra festive fun thrown in for your whole street to enjoy. Travelling Light Company have created an illustrated story book, inspired by their winter show Igloo, which can be purchased here.

Spoilt for choice, Besties! We are definitely eyeing up that Grinning Man face mask!