The Little Match Girl - Ballo Arthur Pita

at Wilton's Music Hall

London Available from Thu 3 Dec to Sat 2 Jan

Book The Little Match Girl tickets & see Arthur Pita's festive tale come to life in London

Step into a snowy Christmas Eve as Arthur Pita's award-winning The Little Match Girl comes to Wilton's Music Hall, transforming Hans Christian Andersen's classic story through dance, song and beautiful live music.

  • See Arthur Pita's award-winning adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's much-loved tale
  • Experience a magical mix of dance, song and Frank Moon's evocative live music
  • Follow The Little Match Girl through a snowy imaginary Italian town on Christmas Eve
  • Discover a moving story of hardship, hope, compassion and imagination
  • Spend Christmas at one of London's most atmospheric performance venues, Wilton's Music Hall

Tender, funny and moving, The Little Match Girl takes a familiar Christmas story and gives it a theatrical twist, creating a festive show filled with beautiful movement, live music and plenty of imagination.

See The Little Match Girl at Wilton's Music Hall in London

  • Dates: 3rd December 2026 - 2nd January 2027
  • Age Guidance: Recommended for ages 5+
  • Duration: Approximately 80 minutes, including an interval
  • Venue: Wilton's Music Hall, 1 Graces Alley, London E1 8JB
  • Tickets Include: Admission and seating for your selected performance

A classic Christmas story told through dance, song & live music

On an icy Christmas Eve in an imaginary Italian town, a young girl walks barefoot through the snowy streets with one final match to keep her warm. As she continues on her journey, visions and treasured memories lead her through moments of humanity and hardship.

Created and directed by Arthur Pita, this award-winning production reimagines Hans Christian Andersen's classic story through expressive dance, storytelling, song and Frank Moon's live score.

The production balances the sadness at the heart of Andersen's story with warmth, humour and imagination. One moment is tender and moving, the next wonderfully eccentric, giving children and grown-ups plenty to discover together.

There's a fitting setting for the story too. Wilton's Music Hall brings its faded Victorian character to this Christmas production, adding another layer of atmosphere to The Little Match Girl's wintry world.

Strike a match and step into the story. Book The Little Match Girl tickets today and experience Arthur Pita's festive dance production at Wilton's Music Hall in London.

Location

Wilton's Music Hall

1 Graces Alley,
London,
London,
E1 8JB
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How to find us

Wilton's Music Hall is located at 1 Graces Alley, London E1 8JB.

  • By car: Use postcode E1 8JB for your sat nav. Parking around Wilton's Music Hall is very limited and permit restrictions operate on some streets. A public car park is available on the corner of Mansell Street and Shorter Street. Graces Alley itself is pedestrianised.
  • By train: Fenchurch Street is the closest mainline railway station. Shadwell is also around a 13-minute walk away and is served by London Overground and the DLR.
  • By Tube: Tower Hill and Aldgate East are the closest Underground stations. From Aldgate East, use the Leman Street exit and walk along Leman Street towards Cable Street before following signs towards Graces Alley.
  • By bus: Several London bus services operate close to Wilton's Music Hall. Check Transport for London's Journey Planner for the best route for your visit.
  • By foot: From Aldgate East, Wilton's Music Hall is approximately a 10-minute walk. Follow Leman Street towards Cable Street, cross towards Ensign Street and turn left into Graces Alley.
Facilities
  • Mahogany Bar
  • Food and drink available
  • Wheelchairaccessible ground floor
  • Wheelchairaccessible auditorium
  • Wheelchair spaces in the Stalls
  • Genderneutral accessible toilet
  • Assistance dogs welcome
  • Companion tickets available for eligible visitors
  • Front of House assistance
More Info
Is Wilton's Music Hall wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The ground floor and auditorium at Wilton's Music Hall are wheelchair accessible, with standard wheelchair spaces usually located in Row N of the Stalls. There is also an accessible gender-neutral toilet on the ground floor. Wheelchair spaces should be booked directly with the Box Office.

Does Wilton's Music Hall offer carer tickets? If so, how do I book a carer ticket?

Wilton's Music Hall offers a free companion ticket where required for eligible visitors. Access and companion tickets should be booked by calling the Wilton's Music Hall Box Office on 020 7702 2789 and choosing Option 1.

Is there food and drink at Wilton's Music Hall?

Yes. Wilton's Music Hall has bars where visitors can purchase food and drink. The bar opens from 5:30pm on performance days and from 1pm on days with matinee performances.

What age is The Little Match Girl — Ballo Arthur Pita suitable for?

The Little Match Girl — Ballo Arthur Pita is recommended for ages 5+. The production combines dance, song and live music in a family-friendly adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's classic story.

How long is The Little Match Girl — Ballo Arthur Pita?

The Little Match Girl — Ballo Arthur Pita lasts approximately 80 minutes, including an interval.

Does The Little Match Girl — Ballo Arthur Pita have live music?

Yes. Arthur Pita's production combines dance and song with live music by Frank Moon.

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