An immersive family-friendly production featuring a cast of peculiar characters and wondrous creatures set in a magical hotel high in the trees is taking place from 13 December to 4 January at Emmanuel Hall.
Audiences are invited to explore secret passageways, peek behind doorways and take part in mysterious quests, then follow a curious bellhop who needs help to save the hotel in time for festive celebrations.
The Wintertime Hotel is a collaboration between Theatre Alibi and Angel Exit Theatre with original songs by Above Bounds and Laura Loft.
Theatre Alibi has been producing work for young audiences for over 30 years. It hosts events including craft sessions, performances, interactive exhibitions and workshops in local schools.
Angel Exit Theatre is a Dorset-based theatre ensemble which tells stories using physical theatre performance traditions including clowning, chorus and melodrama.
Above Bounds is a Plymouth-based children’s theatre company which makes affordable and accessible shows for under-11s and their families.
Laura Loft is an educator and singer-songwriter based in Exeter. She makes music resources for children and has collaborated on projects with Exeter Phoenix, DAISI and South West Music School.
Emmanuel Hall has been the permanent home of Theatre Alibi since 1982. As well as hosting performances for children and families it has become the temporary home of St Thomas Library.
The Wintertime Hotel takes place at Emmanuel Hall on multiple dates between Saturday 13 December 2025 and Sunday 4 January 2026, with several performances on most dates.
The 11am performance on Sunday 14 December and the 4pm performance on Monday 29 December are both relaxed sessions, with fewer people in attendance and small changes made to the production for families which might find a quieter experience easier to navigate.
Tickets cost from £8-12 plus booking fee. Children under twelve months of age go free.
For full details and to book tickets visit the Theatre Alibi website.
