School Bookings

For many children, a visit to Chickenshed is their first experience of live theatre - an unforgettable moment where stories, characters, and ideas come vividly to life.

This Christmas, we have two magical productions perfect for school visits:

12 Days is a joyful and thought-provoking show for all school years - from primary right through to sixth form and college.

Christmas Tales is a wonderfully immersive experience designed especially for younger children aged 0–7 - perfect for nurseries, Reception and Key Stage 1 groups. With storytelling, music and imagination at its heart, it's the ideal introduction to live theatre for your littlest learners.

Watching theatre unfold in real time helps children connect with storytelling, imagination, and empathy in a way that no screen can match. Whether they're experiencing live theatre for the first time or returning to the magic of Chickenshed, both shows offer something truly special.

A school visit to either production supports:

• Understanding of narrative, character, and theme
• Creative expression through performance and interpretation
• Speaking, listening, and collaboration skills
• Cultural awareness and a love of live storytelling

Beyond the curriculum, it's a joyful shared experience - one that sparks imagination, boosts confidence, and brings a little extra wonder to the run-up to Christmas.

We’re delighted to offer 15 dedicated school performances for 12 Days on the dates below.

• Tue 24 Nov at 10am & 1pm
• Wed 25 Nov at 12pm
• Thu 26 Nov at 12pm 
• Fri 27 Nov at 12pm 
• Tue 1 Dec at 10am & 1pm 
• Wed 2 Dec at 10am & 1pm
• Thu 3 Dec at 12pm 
• Fri 4 Dec at 12pm 
• Tue 8 Dec at 10am & 1pm
• Wed 9 Dec at 12pm
• Thu 10 Dec at 12pm 

Teacher tickets: For every 10 student tickets purchased, you’ll receive 1 complimentary teacher ticket.

Interval Treats

Make it special with a pre-ordered refreshment! You can pre-order ice lollies to have in the interval during 12 Days by completing the Ice Lolly Order Form here.

Risk Assessment

You can download our risk assessment to support your trip planning: Download the School Performances Risk Assessment

We have seven performances of Christmas Tales during school term time on the dates below.

• Mon 30 Nov at 10am & 12pm
• Mon 7 Dec at 10am & 12pm 
• Wed 16 Dec at 10am
• Thu 17 Dec at 10am 
• Fri 18 Dec at 10am 

Teacher tickets: For every 10 child tickets purchased, you’ll receive 1 complimentary teacher ticket.

These performances are also available to the public but are primarily booked by schools and nurseries.

Risk Assessment

You can download our risk assessment to support your trip planning: Download the School Performances Risk Assessment