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Thursford is home to the famous Christmas Spectacular. Attracting almost six million visitors to date, the show is a three-hour extravaganza of singing, dancing, comedy, speciality acts, and festive fun. Every November and December, the Thursford Steam Museum (which houses the world’s largest collection of steam engines and organs) is transformed into a winter wonderland, offering audiences the opportunity to escape into the world of Christmas.
It has firmly put North Norfolk on the map, the show has grown from being a small carol concert in an old farm shed, into the biggest Christmas show of its kind in Europe. With a new show every year, the team continually strives to push the limits in terms of performance and production, becoming bigger and better than the last.
Preparations for 2023’s show are well underway with planning starting in February, and continuing throughout the year up until rehearsals start in September. The Thursford Collection has recently undergone a huge restoration and installation project with a new state-of-the-art sound system being installed. The new system uses revolutionary object positioning software and will create a more immersive experience for audiences.
With an assembled cast of over 120 singers, dancers, orchestra, and speciality acts, a 130ft stage, and 1,400 audience members situated inside the steam museum, this is a show like no other. Not only does the talent come from afar, with many performing on the West End, but audiences as far as the USA make the special trip to this Christmas spectacle.
From 8th November – 23rd December, audiences are invited to book their seats, grab a mince pie, and be transported into a Christmas spectacular like no other. This show is a fast-moving celebration of the festive season, featuring an eclectic mix of both seasonal and year-round favourites.
2023’s run will see the show enter its 46th year and promises to be the biggest yet.
John Cushing, OBE, Director and Producer of the Thursford Christmas Spectacular said: “Whilst we can’t give too much away, what I can tell you is that we have been working hard to install a brand-new state-of-the-art sound system that will rival some of the best shows in London. The show continues to grow and develop each year, and we couldn’t be more excited for this one.”
The speciality acts for this year include acrobatic rollerskaters, a multi-British and European Mountain Bike Trials champion, and a juggling duo. The compere and comedian has been confirmed as Lloyd Hollett – The Comedy Wordsmith, who will be bringing his unique style of comedy to the Thursford stage.
John concludes: “There’s something for everyone in our show; whether it’s classic Christmas or all out theatre, there is an abundance of festive fun to enjoy. This is a must-see show with tickets selling fast. Book now to avoid disappointment.”
Tickets are available online at www.thursford.com or via the box office 01328 878477.
