CELEBRATE Christmas at The Courtyard with extra fun, free activities at special performances of Hansel and Gretel.

Enjoy a free storytelling workshop on Monday, December 21, or decorate a gingerbread man on Tuesday, December 22 before the 2.30pm performances of Hansel and Gretel.

On Christmas Eve, there will be a free candy cane for everyone at the 2.30pm performance as a special Christmas gift to families from The Courtyard.

The workshops are free with tickets to the show, which is perfect for children and families aged 7 and under.

“We’re really excited to offer a beautiful fairytale story as an alternative to pantomime, and now we’re offering these fantastic free workshops before selected shows so young people can really enjoy the magic of Christmas at The Courtyard!” said Courtyard associate director David Durant.

Storytime will take place from 1.45pm on Monday, December 21 and Decorate a Gingerbread Man will take place from 1.45pm on Tuesday, December 22. Hansel and Gretel runs in the Studio Theatre until Thursday, December 31.

To book, call the box office on 01432 340555 or visit courtyard.org.uk.