Black Beauty at the Southbank Centre, Purcell Room - The Critically Acclaimed Retelling of The Beloved Story

Gallop headlong into the story of Black Beauty this festive season, as the critically acclaimed production arrives at Southbank Centre.

Blending storytelling, music and puppetry, the classic family tale is brought to life as you’ve never seen it before. Whether you’re a fan of the book, lover of the TV show or brand new to the tale, saddle up and jump on in.

• This five-star children’s show retells the much-loved tale of a brave horse
• Inspired by one of the best-selling books of all time
• A beloved story of how to treat people with kindness, sympathy, and respect.
• Winner of Critics Awards for Theatre in Scotland for Best Production for Children and Young People and Best Design.
• Five-star reviews in The Guardian, The Stage, The Herald and The Edinburgh Guide

★★★★★ ‘a galloping, five-star triumph’ - The Guardian

★★★★★ 'The storytelling is spellbinding…Paul Curley and John Currivan have the audience in thrall from the start.' - The Stage

★★★★ ‘Don’t hold your horses, this one’s a winner’ - The Times

LittleBird Top Tip

Why not really get into the festive spirit after the show and the check out the South Bank winter market for seasonal goodies, twinkling lights and warming drinks, see here for more info

Dates: 

• Sat 14 December 2019 - 2:30PM
• Sun 15 December 2019 - 11:00AM & 2:30PM
• Wed 18 December 2019 - 7:00PM
• Fri 20 December 2019 - 2:30PM & 7:00PM
• Sat 21 December 2019 - 11:00AM & 2:30PM
• Sun 22 December 2019 - 11:00AM* & 2:30PM
• Mon 23 December 2019 - 11:00AM & 2:30PM
• Thu 26 December 2019 - 2:30PM
• Fri 27 December 2019 - 11:00AM & 2:30PM
• Sat 28 December 2019 - 11:00AM & 2:30PM*
• Sun 29 December 2019 - 11:00AM & 2:30PM
• Mon 30 December 2019 - 11:00AM & 2:30PM
• Thu 2 January 2020 - 11:00AM & 2:30PM
• Fri 3 January 2020 - 11:00AM & 2:30PM
• Sat 4 January 2020 - 11:00AM & 2:30PM
• Sun 5 January 2020 - 11:00AM & 2:30PM

Please Note

• The performance on Saturday 28 December at 2.30pm is British Sign Language interpreted (BSL).
• The performance on Sunday 22 December at 11am is a Relaxed Performance.

Price Information: 

• £12.50 for Under 16s Ticket, 17% off
• £17.50 for Adult Ticket, 13% off

• Recommended for ages 5+
• Approximate run time: 90 mins
• Presented by Red Bridge Arts & Traverse Theatre Company. Created by Andy Manley, Andy Cannon and Shona Reppe. Supported by Creative Scotland. Image by Mihaela Bodlovic.
• The performance on Saturday 28 December at 2.30pm is British Sign Language interpreted (BSL).
• The performance on Sunday 22 December at 11am is a Relaxed Performance.*.
• *A Relaxed Performance is open to anyone but is particularly suited to those on the autistic spectrum or people who have learning disabilities, sensory or communication disorders. There is a relaxed attitude to noise and movement and some small changes made to the light and sound effects. 
• Tickets required for both adults and children.
• Only valid for the date and time you purchase for.
• Tickets are allocated by the box office and not by LittleBird
• All tickets purchased together under the same name will be sat together
• Please note we cannot guarantee the specific seating allocation but seating will be allocated by best available at time of purchase
• No refunds or exchanges.

• Please print out your e-Ticket
• You will receive your e-Ticket via email once you have purchased.
• Tickets will be ready for collection an hour before the performance.
• Early collection is encouraged and advised to save queues at the desk.