tHE SNOWY DAY
From The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats,
with permission from the EJK Foundation
“a powerful reminder of how theatre can ignite creativity and imagination in young people”
- Everything Theatre
2026/7 dates
28th Nov 2026- 3rd Jan 2027:
Bristol Old Vic
Discover a world blanketed in wonder in this brand-new dance adaptation of ‘The Snowy Day’, inspired by the award winning picture book by Ezra Jack Keats. Join Peter as he crunches through the snowy streets of his New York neighbourhood, in this intimate, icy adventure.
Brought to life by Polka Theatre and Can’t Sit Still, ‘The Snowy Day’ is specially designed for 1-5 year olds and their grown-ups, featuring one dancer, original music and an enchanting set.
Join us at Bristol Old Vic this winter to experience the magic of fresh snowfall in Keats' classic, heartwarming tale.
Running time - 30 mins, followed by an optional 10 minute stay and play session.
one winter morning, peter woke up and looked out the window
snow had fallen during the night.
It covered everything as far as he could see.
A visual guide to the show
Our visual guide tells you what will happen during the performance on the stage, and what it’s like to be someone in the audience. You might find this helpful to look at before the show if you’d benefit from learning more about the performer, the lights and sounds of the show.
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show info
Creative team
Adapted from the picture book, written and illustrated by:
Ezra Jack Keats
Devised by:
The Original Company
The 2026 role of Peter is shared by:
Ashley Jordan and Jaheem Pinder
Access Consultant Sumita Majumdar
Associate Lighting Designer Chris Sealey
BSL Consultants David Ellington & Donna Mullings
Choreographer Laila Diallo
Composer Rob Green
Costume Supervisor Emily May Sions
Designer Laura McEwen
Director Catherine Boot
Graphic Design Dominic Mallin
Lighting Designer Alexandra Stafford
Production Manager Matt Pang
Rehearsal director (breakdance choreography) Jaheem Pinder
Rehearsal director (contemporary choreography) Ashley Jordan
Sound designer James Gow
Stage Manager Iona Hicks
