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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 StarsBig, feisty and glorious
Mail on Sunday
5 StarsA truly stunning show up there with the greats
Stratford Herald
4 StarsGloriumptious
WhatsOnStage
4 StarsMagical
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.


