A brand new adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic tale The Snow Queen will bring some sparkling festive magic to the Stephen Joseph Theatre in Scarborough this Christmas.

Adapted by Nick Lane, this version of the original story is a one-woman whirlwind performed by Polly Lister and, for certain performances, Jacoba Williams.

The show will feature original music and songs from Olivier award-winning composer, Simon Slater, with set design by Helen Coyston, lighting by Paul Stear and movement/puppet direction by Gemma Fairlie.

Nick Lane says: “Will it be ridiculous? Will there be brilliant songs? Will you look at hedgehogs in the same way again? Yes, yes and possibly not. In that order.”

Director Paul Robinson says:  “We can’t tell you how excited we all are about our Christmas production this year – we’re aiming for it to deliver all the things everyone loves about Christmas.

“There’s going to be reindeer and ravens, twinkling trees and the Northern Lights, some jokes to keep all the family in stitches, and some amazing new surprises – the perfect Christmas package, in fact.

“It feels so important to be offering a bit of sparkle and excitement to round off what’s been, let’s face it, a year somewhat lacking in both. And our team is RIGHT ON IT!”

The Snow Queen will run from 7-31 December and tickets can be purchased here.