Christmas Shows in London 2010

Christmas is just around the corner and people are already making plans for the big day. Christmas shows in London 2010 are expected to be as fun-filled and exciting as they are in previous years. Pantomimes, musical bonanza, orchestra shows, and family shows - the options are numerous if you want to enjoy Christmas plays in London in 2010.

Want to know about the shows that people usually recommend after watching Given below are few that you can enjoy on Xmas this year.

Pantomine shows on Christmas in London

Pantomime shows are quite common during the festive season. Some of the popular plays of pantomime are – Jack and the beanstalk, Red Riding Hood, Potted Panto, and Robin Hood.

Jack and the Beanstalk

The show that is currently on and is expected to be at the theaters until January 9th 2011.

Venue – Hackney Empire, 291 Mare Street, London E8 1EJ
Contact no - Telephone no 020 8985 2424

Potted Panto

Pantomime artists Jeff and Dan try to enact instances from Potted Pirates and Potted Potter, which were all time hits.

Venue –Vaudeville Theater, 404 The Strand, London, WC2R 0NH
Date – December 10th 2010 – January 9th 2011

Christmas Carol Shows in London in 2010

The Yuletide season (December 24th to January 6th) is the best time to enjoy Xmas in London. As carols form an essential part of every Christmas celebration, many carol concerts are held across London in different areas. Information about a few of them are given below –

Malcolm Sargent Festival Choir

It is Christmas concert in which Simon Over directs the Malcolm Saegent Festival Choir. Accompanying Simon Over are Nicholas O Neill and Crispian Steele Perkins.

Venue – St Peter’s Church, Eaton Square, London SW1W9AL
Date -December 2nd 2010
Contact –telephone no 02076026818

Family Christmas

London Concert Choir sings carols along with well known Christmas numbers. The show is ideal for elders and kids of all ages. The director of the show is Mark Forkgen.

Venue – St Martin-in-the-fields, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N4JH
Date – December 4th 2010
Contact – telephone no 020 7766 1100

Cancer Research UK Christmas Concert

The Cancer Research UK Christmas Concert showcases traditional carol performances and Bible readings.
Artists performing at the event are Lucy Crowe, Sir Thomas Allen, and Gareth Davies. The funds collected from the concert are used for Cancer Research.

Venue – Westminster Cathedral, Victoria Street, SW1P1QW
Date – December 7th 2010
Contact – telephone no 02076388891

Christmas plays in London in 2010

Plays are also common in London during the festive season. Information about a few of them are given below –

Hansel and Gretel

The story is about 2 kids who have lost their way out of the jungle. These children feel hungry and start imagining gingerbread houses that are made of sugar. It is a must-see for children. Venue –Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, SE1 8XX Date – December 16th, 2010 to January 2nd, 2011 Nearest landmark – Embankment Tube and Waterloo

Beauty and the Beast

Phil Porter, the scriptwriter is a favorite among kids. This year he has scripted the play –Beauty and the Beast. Other work include –“The Cracks in my Skin”, “The Flying Machine”, and “Smashed Eggs”.

Venue – Unicorn Theater
Date –December 4th, 2010 to January 23rd, 2011
Contact -020 7645 0560
Nearest landmark –London Bride Rail or Tube