
The Snowflake
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Wherever the wind takes us, we all find a place to land…
Based on the timeless Christmas story by Benji Davies, The Snowflake tells the tale of a snowflake, a little girl and her Pappie – all longing for their own special place in the world.
A Christmas cracker of a show”
★★★★★, The Reviews Hub
Unwrap the magic at The Rep this festive season and find out how everyone can find their way to shine like a star!
A feel-good family Christmas show packed with playful puppetry and animated storytelling”
★★★★★, West End Best Friend
Our beloved Christmas production returns in The Door, offering the perfect introduction to theatre for our younger audiences.
[A] lovely show which parents will enjoy as much as little ones”
★★★★★, Culture Bab
A groundbreaking festive family show for all”
★★★★, Bromsgrove Standard
Price
From £10
Presented by
Birmingham Rep, Polka Theatre and Little Angel Theatre
Based on the book by
Benji Davies
Adapted and Directed by
Matt Aston
Running time
Approximately 50 minutes with no interval
Age Guidance
For ages 3-6 and their families
Babes in Arms
Babes In Arms tickets are available for infants under 2 years old and are charged at a nominal rate of £2. Children over 2 years old require a paid ticket.
Please note, Babes in Arms tickets cannot be booked online. Please call the Box Office on 0121 236 4455 or email ticketservices@birmingham-rep.co.uk for more information.
Access
Audio Described: Sun 12 Jan 3pm
A Free Touch Tour is available to book before the Audio Described performance.
Relaxed: Sat 4 Jan 10am
Fees and Charges
Please note there is a transaction fee of £3.50 on all payment types.
Sustainability
The Snowflake is aiming for Baseline Theatre Green Book standard. Achieving this is especially important for family shows, as the children of today are the audiences of tomorrow.
Venue
Production Photos

The Snowflake, production photography by Ellie Kurttz.

The Snowflake, production photography by Ellie Kurttz.

The Snowflake, production photography by Ellie Kurttz.

The Snowflake, production photography by Ellie Kurttz.

The Snowflake, production photography by Ellie Kurttz.
Meet the Characters

Noelle. Photography © Hannah Kelly.

Mum. Photography © Hannah Kelly.

Pappie. Photography © Hannah Kelly.

Fozzie the Dog. Photography © Hannah Kelly.
Cast

Noelle
Layla Mehay-Bennett
Layla Mehay-Bennett

Mum/Pappie
Heidi Goldsmith
Heidi Goldsmith
Creative Team
Director & Adapter
Matt Aston
Matt Aston
Production Designer
Laura McEwen
Laura McEwen
Laura has worked nationally and internationally as a Theatre Set and Costume Designer for more than twenty years. She has a specialism in designing for younger audiences and this work has included designs for a range of companies including the RSC, English National Opera, Polka Theatre, Unicorn Theatre, Can’t Sit Still, Nottingham Playhouse and York Theatre Royal. Her designs for the stage have been exhibited at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. Most recently her work has toured to Broadway, New York and Singapore.
In addition to designing for theatre Laura has undertaken a range of projects designing interactive spaces for young people. Most recently this included the RIBA award nominated designs for the public spaces at Polka Theatre, London, in collaboration with Foster Wilson Architects. She is passionate about making spaces that allow room to play and imagine and that promote inclusivity and well being.
Lighting Designer
Jonathan Chan
Jonathan Chan
Composer and Sound Designer
Julian Butler
Julian Butler
Puppet Designer & Puppetry Director
Oliver James Hymans
Oliver James Hymans
Associate Director
Alessandra Davison
Alessandra Davison
Production Manager
Dean Sudron
Dean Sudron
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