The Gingerbread Man

About The Gingerbread Man

Presented by Stuff and Nonsense Theatre Company

Imagine being born in an oven, and the first person you meet wants to dunk you in his tea.

Come and see the adventure of the deliciously smelling Gingerbread Man and meet the bravest biscuit of all times.

Stuff and Nonsense apply their usual brilliance with a mix of puppetry, live action, great music, humour, and a stunning staging of this well-loved classic tale.

Suitable for families – no scary bits – just don’t turn up hungry!

Now run, run, as fast as you can, you need to get tickets to catch this Gingerbread Man…

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Watch the trailer

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Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

£19.00

Dates & times:

Saturday 02 August 2025 at 11.00am and 2.00pm

Good to know:

Every ticket comes with a free party hat and a meet and greet with Spot after the show.

Running time: 

1 hour

Age guidance:

3-10

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