Solihull Arts Complex

Based on the beloved holiday film, this hilarious fish-out-of-water comedy follows Buddy the Elf in his quest to find his true identity.

Talented local society STAMPS (St Alphege Musical Production Society) present Elf The Musical at The Core Theatre Solihull this November. STAMPS are delighted to offer a special Relaxed Performance Saturday matinee - see below.

A title known the world over, Elf The Musical is a must-see holiday musical. Based on the cherished 2003 New Line Cinema hit, Elf features songs by Tony Award nominees Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin (Disney's Aladdin On Broadway, The Wedding Singer), with a book by Tony Award winners Thomas Meehan (Annie, The Producers, Hairspray) and Bob Martin (The Drowsy Chaperone).

Buddy, a young orphan, crawls into Santa's bag of gifts and is accidentally transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised unaware that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa's permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh reality that his father is on the naughty list, and his half-brother doesn't even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas.

This modern-day holiday classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf. After all, the best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.

Relaxed Performance - Sat matinee

This specially adapted show is designed to welcome audience members who would benefit from a more relaxed environment, including those with sensory sensitivities, dementia, autism spectrum disorders, learning disorders or anyone who finds theatre visits challenging.  Alterations might include:

• House lights remain on low and doors are open for free access.
• No strobe lighting, pyrotechnics and fewer loud sound effects during the show.
• Chill out area, sensory toys and chance to arrive early to find your seats and familiarise yourself and your family with the venue, toilets and seating.
• A more relaxed attitude to noise, those moving in/out etc.
• A Relaxed Performance Guide -  in advance, to  prepare at home for the visit.  Contains pictures and key details, layout and facilities so everyone knows what to expect during their visit. Please request a guide where needed.

Please discuss any special access needs with Box Office, rather than buying online, so the best seats & spacing can be allocated where required. We have a ‘changing places’ facility, wheelchair –friendly café bar and friendly staff to assist families.