Get ready for a magical treat as The Princess and the Frog splashes onto the stage at Buxton’s Pavilion Arts Centre this Christmas!
This lively, musical and interactive adventure which is perfect for ages 3-8 and their families is packed with fun, friendship and a little bit of magic. The heartwarming tale explores the importance of keeping promises and looking out for one another.
Princess Fenella loves life at the Palace. She loves playing in the Royal gardens, scrolling on her phone, and spending time in her bedroom with her favourite toys. She especially loves playing with her dad’s golden football, but she doesn’t always pay as much attention as she should…
Meanwhile, Filbert the Frog dreams of the life he once had, before he ended up at the bottom of a well. If only he could find a way back into the Palace…
So keep on reading to find out more about the show and how you can book it.
Creatives
Written by Robin Kingsland (Rumpelstiltskin 2024) and brought to life by the creative team behind Hare and Tortoise, Rumpelstiltskin and The Elves and the Shoemaker.
How much are the tickets for The Princess and the Frog?
Tickets are on sale now, priced from £9 to £12. The show is 1 hour long with no interval. Recommended age: 3+
How do I book tickets to watch The Princess and the Frog?
Tickets are now on sale and available from the Box Office, by calling 01298 72190 or you can email boxoffice@boh.org.uk. or you can also visit Buxton Opera House’s website here. Tickets are not refundable unless a show is cancelled. To purchase wheelchair accessible seating or to get advise on the best seats for BSL, Captioned or Audio Described performances, please contact the Box Office on 01298 72190
How long is the show for and what are the timings?
The performance will be running from Saturday, 12 December until Wednesday, 23 December 2026 at 10am, 1.15pm and 4pm at the Pavilion Arts Centre. There will also be signed and relaxed performance available. Do check the website for the exact date/timings.
Where is Pavilion Arts Centre?
There is free parking after 6pm in the car park behind Pavilion Gardens, a short walk from the venue (Please note: the covered area of the car park closes at 6pm). There is also free on-street car parking after 6pm close to the theatre, but please make sure that you avoid the Residents Parking Scheme areas. Electric car charging is available at The Lee Wood Hotel and The Old Manse Guesthouse at the discretion of the guesthouse/hotel.
The train station is also a ten minute walk from the Opera House and operates a regular service from Manchester Piccadilly calling at all stations to Buxton.
Pavilion Arts Centre
St John’s Road
Buxton
SK17 6BE
About Pavilion Arts Centre
Just behind Buxton Opera House is the Pavilion Arts Centre, a flexible venue with 355 seats. It’s perfect for smaller performances like drama, stand-up comedy, and live music, including the popular Buxton Buzz Comedy Club and Coffee Concerts.
The Pavilion Arts Centre plays an important role in several major festivals:
- Buxton Fringe Festival
- Buxton International Festival
- International Gilbert and Sullivan Festival
It’s also home to Buxton Opera House Creates, a programme that supports community involvement in the arts. The space is used for creative projects, meetings and rehearsals, and performances by community groups.
You may also want to read this:
Review: The Elves and the Shoemaker at Pavilion Arts Centre
Review: The Sorcerer’s Apprentice at Buxton Opera House
Pride & Prejudice* (*sort of) heads to Buxton Opera House
Photo Credit: Buxton Opera House
