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Playhouse production

Dr Seuss’s How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical

19 Nov 2026 – 16 Jan 2027

  • Tickets
    £17.00 - £71.50
  • Venue
    Quarry
  • Running time
    90 mins
  • Age guidance
    4+
  • Group bookings

Step into the magical world of Who-ville this Christmas!

Leeds Playhouse presents Dr Seuss’s beloved festive tale; How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical. Following its Broadway success, this brand-new UK production, directed by the Playhouse’s Artistic Director Tom Wright, is packed full of Seussian charm and humour.  

As the residents of Who-ville cheerfully prepare for the festive season, the scheming Grinch is determined to spoil their Christmas celebrations by any means necessary.  

Narrated by his loyal dog Max, the story follows the misadventures of the Grinch, a grouchy, green recluse with a heart “two sizes too small” as he tries to steal Christmas from the joyful Whos. But as the magic of the season unfolds, the Grinch discovers that Christmas is about much more than presents and decorations. 

A festive treat for all ages, this musical hailed by the New York Times as ‘joyously wicked and funny’ is bursting with heart, laughter, and Christmas spirit. 

A Leeds Playhouse production in association with Running Subway.

 & © 1957 and 2018. Dr. Seuss Enterprises, LP.

Priority booking

Priority booking is available for users with a Playhouse Pass, Priority Access, Supporters’ Club or Under 30s membership from 27 Jan 26 at 10am. General booking will open on 4 Feb 26 at 10am.

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Book tickets

Thu 19 Nov
Fri 20 Nov
Sat 21 Nov
Mon 23 Nov
Tue 24 Nov
Wed 25 Nov
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Early bird offer

Book before the 31 Mar 2026 and get £10 off full price tickets in the top three price bands for performances Mon – Fri between 19 – 27 NOV.

Creatives

Dr Seuss

Author

Timothy Mason

Book and lyrics

Mel Marvin

Music

Tom Wright

Director

  • MAJOR FUNDERS

    Arts Council
  • Leeds City Council
  • LTB Foundation
  • Founded by UK government
  • Suppoprted by west Yorkshire
  • Principal Partner

    Caddick Group
  • Principal Access Partner

    Irwin Mitchell