Step Inside Maddie Moate’s Very Curious Christmas at the Garrick Theatre
This winter, Maddie Moate’s Very Curious Christmas at the Garrick Theatre returns to sprinkle festive science magic on London audiences. Running Friday 12 December 2025 – Sunday 4 January 2026, this Olivier-nominated show promises a curious Christmas filled with laughter, learning, and sparkle.
✨ We went along to see the show ourselves — and it was every bit as heartwarming and clever as expected! You can read our full review here
Meet the Magic Makers
- BAFTA-Winner on Stage: Beloved CBeebies presenter Maddie Moate leads the adventure.
- Familiar Faces Return: Kira MacCarter as Tinker, Zain Abrahams as Goggles, and Jennie Dale appearing as Mrs Claus via a special virtual cameo.
- Created by Maddie: Written and imagined by Maddie herself—proof that curiosity can light up a stage!
🧪 A Festive STEM Adventure
It’s nearly Christmas in Santa’s workshop, and chaos reigns!
Join Maddie and her elf friends as they use science, curiosity, and a sprinkle of Christmas magic to fix the festive mayhem before Mrs Claus arrives. Expect hands-on experiments, sing-along fun, and laugh-out-loud moments for all ages.
🎶 Bonus treat: Don’t miss Maddie’s brand-new video release of “The Science Song,” a festive favourite now streaming online.
🎟 What to Know Before You Go
- 📍 Venue: Garrick Theatre, London
- 📅 Dates: 12 Dec 2025 – 4 Jan 2026
- 💷 Tickets: Available now via Nimax Theatres
- ♿ Accessibility: Family-friendly, with relaxed and accessible performances available
- 👨👩👧 Perfect For: Ages 3+ and curious minds of all sizes
✨ Behind the Curiosity
Beyond the tinsel and test tubes, Maddie Moate continues to inspire young audiences across TV, YouTube, and beyond—with over 90 million views on her curiosity-fuelled science channel and a growing list of Puffin books, including A Very Curious Christmas and How Does It Work?
Her mission? To make learning feel like magic. And this show captures exactly that.
🎫 Don’t Miss Out!
Tickets are on sale now — book before they fly off the sleigh!
🎟 Grab your seats here
About the Production
Produced by Maddie Moate in partnership with Nimax Theatres, this Olivier-nominated show combines festive storytelling with family-friendly science. Expect laughter, learning, and a generous dash of Christmas sparkle.
