Basil & The Ice Witch – A Magical Musical Adventure
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When: 3 December 2026 – 24 December 2026
Where: The Spiegeltent, Cardiff Christmas Festival, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, Cardiff
Tickets: From £20
A live Christmas adventure filled with music, comedy and magical characters, inside Cardiff's heated Spiegeltent.
Basil & The Ice Witch is a magical family Christmas show in Cardiff, bringing festive adventure, music and laughter to the Spiegeltent this December.
As the people of Tickledom prepare for Christmas, the wicked Ice Witch Fluella casts a powerful spell that steals the joy from the land. Laughter fades, hope begins to disappear and her fearsome Snap-Dragon guards the entrance to her icy palace.
With Christmas in danger, Basil and the Prince set out with their courageous friends Violet and Marigold to break the spell and restore what has been lost. Along the way, they meet a host of magical characters who offer clues, courage and a little unexpected help. Together, they must face Snap-Dragon, overcome Fluella's growing power and hold onto their belief in Christmas when all seems lost.
Featuring toe-tapping original songs, comedy, colourful characters and plenty of festive magic, this musical adventure from John Manders and Matt Brind continues the Spiegeltent tradition of West End-quality entertainment in a truly magical setting.
The Spiegeltent is a fully indoor, heated venue with reserved seating, step-free access, accessible toilets and designated accessible seating. A selection of food and drinks is available at the festival, and Sophia Gardens Pay and Display Car Park is located next to the festival site. Arrive at least 30 minutes before the advertised start time.
Special daytime performances are available for primary schools this December, with reduced school ticket rates, free staff and carer places, and a supporting resource pack.