Come and enjoy an atmospheric Christmas concert where the Norrköping Symphony Orchestra meets over 100 choir singers from the Music Classes at Hagaskolan.

Christmas with Music classes

Louis de Geer konsert & kongress

This winter family favourite is the heartwarming tale of a boy, and a snowman who comes to life. Back for its 28th year, The Snowman is a magical stage adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Raymond Briggs and the film directed by Dianne Jackson. The Snowman is an enchanting introduction to dance for the whole family.

The Snowman

King's College London

This Christmas, join us on an immersive magical journey and experience the heartwarming tale of The Snowman, screened with live orchestra. A BAFTA winning classic, featuring the song "Walking in the Air", The Snowman is a cinematic gem of Raymond Briggs' story with music by Howard Blake, performed live for you by Orpheus Sinfonia 

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The Snowman & Fred and the Fantastic Tub-Tub

Congress Theatre

Our very own Royal Northern Sinfonia will be bringing to life this festive favourite, with conductor Ellie Slorach and presenter Eleanor Mooney. In the relaxed performance, there will also be a British Sign Language interpreter.

The Snowman in Concert 2024

The Glasshouse International Centre for Music

### Event Description: The Snowman - The Hallé

**Event Dates and Times:**
- **Saturday, 21st December 2024:** 4:00 PM
- **Sunday, 22nd December 2024:** 11:00 AM and 1:30 PM

**Venue:**
- **The Bridgewater Hall**, Manchester’s premier international concert venue, designed to provide the best possible space for music.

**Event Overview:**
Experience the captivating blend of music and storytelling with The Hallé’s presentation of "The Snowman." This enchanting event is perfect for audiences of all ages, offering a magical journey through music and animation.

**Programme:**
1. **Rachel Portman - Mimi and the Mountain Dragon:**
   - Join Mimi on a perilous journey to return a baby dragon to its mother. This story will unfold on the Hallé big screen, accompanied by members of the Hallé Choir and Hallé Youth Training Choir.
2. **Howard Blake - The Snowman (Cert U):**
   - Be transported to a world of fantasy as Raymond Briggs’ timeless tale, "The Snowman," is brought to life with Howard Blake’s wonderful score. The performance will include the iconic song "Walking in the Air."

**Conductor:**
- **Olivia Clarke**

**Featuring:**
- **Hallé Choir**
- **Hallé Youth Training Choir**

**Runtime:**
- 90 minutes

**Ticket Information:**
- **Adult Full Price:** £28
- **Child (aged 17 and under):** £18
- **Family Ticket (4 people, minimum 1 child):** £70
- Concessions and discounts are available.

**Additional Information:**
Under the guidance of Olivia Clarke, prepare to be transported to a world of fantasy and adventure. This event promises to be a memorable experience, combining the magic of live music with the charm of classic storytelling.

**Booking:**
- Tickets are available for purchase online. Secure your seats for this enchanting holiday event and create lasting memories with your family and friends.

Don't miss out on this festive celebration of music and storytelling at The Bridgewater Hall. Book your tickets now and immerse yourself in the magical world of "The Snowman."

The Bridgewater Hall

Join us for a holiday-themed family concert and movie for the community at Cape Fear Botanical Garden. Tickets are required for this event. Tickets will be available for purchase soon. Stay tuned!

Cape Fear Botanical Garden

Join the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra for a magical Christmas experience with "BSO Voices and The Snowman" at the Lighthouse, Poole. This enchanting event, set for Saturday, 14th December at 7pm, promises to be a Christmas cracker for the whole family. Relive the festive classic "The Snowman" on the large screen, accompanied by a live orchestral performance of Howard Blake’s iconic score, including the beloved "Walking in the Air." The evening doesn't end there; the second half features the BSO Voices performing a selection of Christmas classics and Disney songs from "Beauty and the Beast" and "Frozen," ensuring a festive celebration like no other.

Event Details:
- **Date:** Saturday, 14th December
- **Time:** 7pm
- **Location:** Lighthouse, 21 Kingland Road, Poole, BH15 1UG
- **Price:** £10 - £38
- **Running Time:** 2 hours

Don't miss this unforgettable holiday season celebration. Book your tickets now and kick off your Christmas with the BSO's spellbinding performance and festive cheer.

BSO Voices and The Snowman

Lighthouse Theatre Warrnambool

Experience the magic of Christmas with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra's enchanting performance of "The Snowman" at the Lighthouse, Poole. This beloved animated classic comes to life on the big screen, accompanied by Howard Blake’s iconic score performed live by the BSO. The event promises to be a heartwarming journey through the winter sky with the Snowman and James, filled with the spirit of the holiday season.

In addition to the main feature, the Orchestra will be joined by BSO Voices to deliver a selection of Christmas classics and Disney songs, including "Rudolf the Red Nosed Reindeer," "The 12 Days of Christmas," "Jingle Bells," "Let It Go from Frozen," and "Be Our Guest from Beauty and the Beast." This special concert is not just a performance but a celebration of the festive season, guaranteed to create lasting memories for children and adults alike.

Event Details:
- Date: Saturday, 14 December
- Time: 3pm
- Venue: Lighthouse, 21 Kingland Road, Poole, BH15 1UG
- Ticket Prices: £5 - £38
- Running Time: 1 hour 20 minutes

Conducted by Teresa Barlow, this performance is a unique opportunity to relive the enchantment of "The Snowman" with the added joy of live orchestral music. Book your tickets now for an unforgettable start to your Christmas festivities.

Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts

A family tradition! Celebrate the holidays with your family and the classic children’s film The Snowman. A young boy builds a snowman that comes to life and takes him on an adventure to the North Pole. This festive concert also includes other musical holiday favorites!

Benaroya Hall

featuring The Snowman & The Polar Express plus other holiday melodies

Christmas at the Movies

Danville High School

Winter Wonderland

Broome County Forum Theatre

2023/2024 December Concert

Albert Hall Conference Centre

Enjoy a family-friendly concert with holiday favorites and live musical accompaniment to The Snowman film. BMSO musicians will be joined by the Central Dakota Children’s Choir as special guest.

Holiday Spirit

Bismarck Event Center

This season’s holiday concert takes you into a world of warmth and wonder. The enchanting evening features Tchaikovsky’s timeless Nutcracker Suite, the rich and spirited Rhythm of the Lights, A Hanukkah Fantasia by Michael Isaacson, and Howard Blake’s heartwarming The Snowman, brought to life by local theater legend Michael Fields. Perfect for families and music lovers of all ages, this magical concert blends classical elegance with festive storytelling, celebrating the beauty, joy, and traditions of the season in one entrancing performance.

Winter Tales

Arkley Center for the Performing Arts

Celebrate December with the VSO’s festive music and a visit from Santa! Join Music Director Andrew Crust, guest singers, and your Vermont Symphony Orchestra for a concert that delivers a joyful mood for the season. Enjoy favorites like Sleigh Ride and selections from The Nutcracker, a new commission by Vermont composer Michael Schachter inspired by a Jewish folktale, a rousing audience holiday sing-a-long, a musical reading of selections from Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, and more!

Holiday Pops – Barre

Barre Opera House

The Flynn

Paramount Theatre, VT

Celebrate December with the VSO’s festive music at the Flynn and a visit from Santa! Join Music Director Andrew Crust, guest singers, and your Vermont Symphony Orchestra for a concert that delivers a joyful mood for the season. Enjoy favorites like Sleigh Ride and selections from The Nutcracker, a new commission by Vermont composer Michael Schachter inspired by a Jewish folktale, a rousing audience holiday sing-a-long, a musical reading of selections from Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, and more!

VSO: Holiday Pops

Holiday music for children of all ages and a special screening of the runaway hit film, The Snowman, with live orchestral soundtrack.

The Snowman: A Family Concert

Walton Arts Center

This December, join us at the beautifully restored Capitol Theater for a heartwarming afternoon of music and storytelling the entire family can enjoy together.

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Guest conductor Sunny Xia leads the Olympia Symphony in Howard Blake’s enchanting score to The Snowman, performed live alongside the beloved animated film. Follow the story of a young boy and his snowman who comes to life for a midnight adventure full of wonder, friendship, and imagination.

Capitol Theater

Bring the whole family to enjoy this beloved animated film based on a poem by Wallace Stevens with music performed live by The Syracuse Orchestra.

Inspiration Hall

heartwarming concert filled with holiday cheer! Journey into the wonder of The Snowman, a classic British silent film, and relive timeless holiday favorites—all brought to life by the symphony. This concert is made even more special by the angelic voices of the Springfield Children’s Choirs, adding warmth, wonder, and a touch of nostalgia to this festive night.

Missouri State University

Ring in the holidays with Bay Phil’s most joyful, spectacular celebration of the year.! Get swept up in all the magic of the season with family and holiday favorites, led by our Guest Conductor Alexander Kahn.

The Bay Area’s Best: Sounds of the Season!

Chabot College

Join the RSNO this December for a special feast of Christmas cheer! This family-friendly concert is packed full of your favourite sing-along carols and festive melodies, including Consider the Penguin and Schneewalzer. Plus, don’t miss the enchanting film The Snowman shown on the big screen, accompanied by the Orchestra and narrated by our star guest, comedian Josie Long. It’s the perfect start to your Christmas! 

RSNO Christmas Concert featuring The Snowman

Glasgow Royal Concert Hall

Music Hall, Aberdeen

Caird Hall

Usher Hall, Edinburgh

Under the direction of Michael Waldron, and joined by acclaimed soprano Emma Bell, this programme weaves together traditional favourites and vivid new settings — offering music full of warmth, brightness and the generous spirit of the season.

On Christmas Night

Smith Square Hall

Experience a double feature of winter fun for the whole family, with TWO beloved animated short films live in concert with your Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic! The program features “The Snowman™,” the much-loved 1982 Christmas classic about a snowman who takes a boy on a magical flight to meet Santa Claus, and its 2012 sequel “The Snowman and the Snowdog™,” along with a holiday sing-along and some very special guests!

NEPA Philharmonic: The Snowman in Concert

F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts

A regular highlight of Christmas in Chelsea, the Mozart Symphony Orchestra returns to Cadogan Hall for its annual performance of the timeless classic, The Snowman, for which the film is shown on the big screen with live symphony orchestra providing the soundtrack. 16-year-old Alice Mackenzie sings the aria made so famous by Aled Jones: ‘Walking in the Air’.

The Snowman and The Gruffalo in Concert

Cadogan Hall 

Sit back and enjoy the films on the Big Screen whilst the talented musicians of the Hallé accompany The Snowman as he soars through the wintry sky and Shaun the Sheep gets up to festive mischief in The Flight Before Christmas!

The Snowman & Shaun the Sheep

The Snowman will be walking in the air, followed by a ‘ewe’-nique performance from Shaun the Sheep, as the Hallé brings the captivating music of these beloved characters to life in this enthralling concert for all ages.

The Hallé – The Snowman & Shaun the Sheep

Our very own Royal Northern Sinfonia will be bringing to life this festive film, with conductor Ellie Slorach at the helm and a young singer from the North East to perform Walking in the Air. In the relaxed performance there will also be a British Sign Language interpreter.

Howard Blake

Events

Upcoming events

Nov 22, 2025 - Jan 4, 2026

The Snowman · Sadler’s Wells Theatre

5 - 6 Dec, 2025

Winter Tales · Eureka Symphony

5 - 7 Dec, 2025

Holiday Pops – Barre · Vermont Symphony Orchestra

Dec 6, 2025

VSO: Holiday Pops · The Flynn

Dec 7, 2025

The Snowman: A Family Concert · Symphony of Northwest Arkansas

Past events

Dec 4, 2025

Christmas with Music classes · Norrköpings Symfoniorkester

Nov 22, 2025 - Jan 4, 2026

The Snowman · Sadler’s Wells Theatre

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