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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. We’ve ventured behind the scenes, journeying deep into Giant Country to discover how this beloved epic has been reimagined for the stage.
Roald Dahl's The BFG runs from Mon 9 Mar – Sat 11 Apr 2026. Get in early and secure your tickets now.
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
Now you've been behind the scenes and heard from the incredible creatives putting this show together, see the brand new production pictures from the RSC.
The BFG Production Images
Playing in the Festival Theatre from Mon 9 Mar – Sat 11 Apr 2026.
