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The Nutcracker is an integral part of the Christmas calendar so we delved into the history and themes of this beautiful ballet.
The sound of Santa’s sleigh bells are just around the corner and for many of us, it simply isn’t Christmas without a panto.
Eccentric characters, slapstick comedy and hearty audience participation: nothing says Christmas in the UK like panto.
Take a look at the history of Cinderella – from fairy tale to the nation’s favourite pantomime.
Our new Rewards scheme offers more points for the photos that help our mission to get a photo from every theatre seat.
Create your very own theatrical trip down memory lane with our revamped My Photos page!
Find out more about SeatPlan’s copyright policy for users uploading their seat view photos.
Our handy guide to types of theatre stage includes definitions and examples of proscenium arch, thrust stage and more!
Our guide to proscenium arch and end on theatres has definitions, history, pros and cons and more!
Learn all about thrust stages with our guide, including definitions, history, pros and cons and more!
Learn all about the in the round stage and theatre in the round, including definitions, history, pros and cons and more!
Now you’ve secured a great deal on seats, it’s time to receive your tickets! Read our guide to e-tickets to know exactly what to expect.
If your booking was fulfilled by See Tickets, check out our handy guide to what to expect when receiving your tickets.
If your booking was fulfilled by North American Tickets, check out our handy guide to what to expect when receiving your tickets.
If your booking was fulfilled by Encore Tickets, check out our handy guide on what to expect when receiving your tickets.
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