Riverside Studios has announced the first production of their 2020 Christmas season, scheduled to begin following the November lockdown. Norwell Lapley Productions’ stage adaptation of Rod Campbell’s family-favourite and much-loved picture book, Dear Santa Live, directed by Tim Wallers runs from 2 December until 24 December. The season, to be announced very soon, will include a dazzling array of live cabaret, comedy, music and theatre that will run throughout December.
Interim Creative Director, Rachel Tackley today said “We know that the month ahead is going to be a hard one for many and so we wanted the news of our programme to be a light at the end of the tunnel for those who have been craving the return of live performance. We are sure that Dear Santa Live will provide pure joy, escapism and entertainment. Join us, relax and be merry – we can’t wait to have you back in the building.”
Dear Santa Live is recommended for audiences between 2 and 6 years old. Santa is determined to deliver the most fantastic Christmas present to Sarah, but he doesn’t get it right straight away! With the help of his cheeky Elf, he finally settles on something ‘perfect’, just in time for Christmas Eve. From the author of the well-loved children’s book Dear Zoo, Rod Campbell, comes Dear Santa and it’s LIVE!
Tony Lankester, Interim Executive Director, commenting on the announcement said: “Dear Santa Live is a great way to welcome audiences back to Riverside – and we’re working hard to make sure that our audiences are kept safe and comfortable once we re-open after lockdown.”
Social distancing measures will be in operation at Riverside Studios, with audiences being seated in households. All patrons, unless they have a known medical condition, will be required to wear a face covering at the venue. In case of cancellation, Riverside Studios will offer tickets holders a full refund. For full details on the measures implemented to ensure audience safety and wellbeing, please visit: www.riversidestudios.co.uk
