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The BFG launches our Festival 2026 season with a burst of pure theatrical magic. This delightfully mischievous and darkly comic new adaptation arrives on the Festival Stage this spring, fresh from its Christmas run at the RSC. See the brand new production trailer for this 'wondercrump of a show' (Metro) now!

Roald Dahl's The BFG runs from Mon 9 Mar – Sat 11 Apr 2026. Get in early and secure your tickets now.

5 Stars

Big, feisty and glorious

Mail on Sunday

5 Stars

A truly stunning show up there with the greats

Stratford Herald

4 Stars

Gloriumptious

WhatsOnStage

4 Stars

Magical

The Stage


We’ve ventured behind the scenes, journeying deep into Giant Country to discover how this beloved epic has been reimagined for the stage. See the video series below.

The rehearsal room is so exciting

John Leader, The BFG

It's the most brilliant creative team and cast

Daniel Evans, Director

It's got a big cinematic score, a lot of incredible music and as with all Roald Dahl stuff, a dark edge

Theo Jamieson, Music Supervisor

We're combining the theatre magic of puppetry with breath-taking, spellbinding illusions

Toby Olié, Puppetry Designer and Director

Playing in the Festival Theatre from Mon 9 Mar – Sat 11 Apr 2026.

Book your tickets now!