Get ready for The Grinch to steal Christmas – and the stage – at Leeds Playhouse in 2026
Tue 27 Jan, 2026
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Dr Seuss’s How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical
19 Nov 2026 – 16 Jan 2027
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Tickets£17.00 - £71.50
Bookings are subject to a £2.95 transaction fee.
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VenueQuarry
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Running time90 mins
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Age guidance4+
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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.
Dr. Seuss’s How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical
Book and lyrics by Timothy Mason, music by Mel Marvin
Additional Music and Lyrics by Albert Hague and Dr. Seuss
Dr. Seuss text, characters and images TM & © 1957 Dr. Seuss Enterprises, L.P. All Rights Reserved.
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Show more datesJoel Montague
The Grinch
Jack Arnold
Young Max
Tom Ansell
Sporty Who
Sèyí Awe
Buzz Who
Kathryn Barnes
Swing
Emily Barnett-Salter
Auntie Who
Jessica Barton
Betty Lou Who
Jack Campbell
Reno Who
Alison Fitzjohn
Grandma Who
Zephaniah Gould
Timey Who
Luke Latchman
Papa Who
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Aba Batista
Lulu Barker
Jack Booth
Rudy Bragg
Zane Chaba
Minnie Day
Issa Leach
Ellie McArdle
Oliver Maurice
Karis Musongole
Cole Nicholson
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Dr Seuss
Author
Timothy Mason
Book and lyrics
Mel Marvin
Music
Tom Wright
Director
Simon Higlett
Set & Costume Designer
Rachael Griffin
Assistant Designer and Costume Supervisor
Tinovimbanashe Sibanda
Choreographer
Alice Hardy
Wigs, Hair and Makeup Designer and Supervisor
Jai Morjaria
Lighting Designer
Rob Bettle and Sam Clarkson for Sound Quiet Time
Sound Designers
Nick Barstow
Musical Supervisor
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