A New Show for The Lucky Chance this Christmas
Following two treasured years of Christmas shows at The Lucky Chance, our Somerset home, we’re delighted to be returning this festive season. This year, Emma adapts and directs the Dylan Thomas classic A Child's Christmas in Wales.

Following two treasured years of Christmas shows at The Lucky Chance, we’re delighted to return this festive season with a brand new one.
Dylan Thomas’
A Child’s Christmas in Wales
Adapted and directed by Emma Rice
Music by Ian Ross
When did Christmas become so hectic? Have you ever craved a break from the bright colours, bustling shops and music so loud you fear your ears will ring for days?
A Child’s Christmas in Wales is the perfect antidote to festive madness, taking young and old to a magical place of wit, warmth and wonder. In this new stage adaptation, Dylan Thomas’ beloved poem is woven into a beautiful hour of heart-melting music, puppetry, candles, shadows and rare imagination.
Reviews for The Little Match Girl and Happier Tales, last seen at The Lucky Chance 2024
★ ★ ★ ★
“Theatre to snuggle down into on a frosty night.” The Guardian
★ ★ ★ ★
“An exquisite spell of a show... irreverent and funny.” The Telegraph
★ ★ ★ ★
“A hilarious and heartbreaking collection of fairy tales.” Time Out
Our new show will play from 25th November to 21st December at The Lucky Chance, Frome.
Booking is now open to Club members and the show is on general sale from 6th October, with details here.
The Lucky Chance is a tiny theatre, seating just 100 per show, so join the Club now to get priority booking and make sure you don't miss out!
A note about Relaxed Performances
We don’t offer specific “relaxed performances” at The Lucky Chance, as we like to feel that every performance is relaxed. In this show, there are no strobe lights, and no amplified sound or sudden loud noises and we ask everyone to be courteous and respectful of others. The space is welcoming, the show is gentle, and our staff are there to make sure you have a joyful, comfortable experience.
