The Last Noel

Relaxed performance

For this date the production has been adapted to create an environment that is more enjoyable for a wide range of audiences such as those with a learning disability, a visual impairment, people living with dementia, tics, and anyone neurodivergent or preferring a less sensory stimulating environment.

Sensory synopsis: we will have extra trained staff on hand and a dedicated quiet area inside the theatre if anyone needs to leave their seat during the show. Sudden loud noises are reduced, the house lights will be partially up throughout the performance, and moving around the space or making noise during the performance is welcome. There will be no flashing or strobing lights. The cast sing several songs throughout the play, accompanied by live music.

• ‣ We can accommodate assistance dogs.
• ‣ Unfortunately this production will not be audio described or sign language interpreted.
• ‣ Unfortunately the building is not accessible for wheelchair users.
• ‣ We offer a free ticket for carers.
• ‣ We can provide notes to give specific content such as timings, information about the actors and characters they play, as well as a short synopsis about the show.
• ‣ If you have any queries or suggestions that might help improve accessibility for this performance, please let the box office know when booking and it will be passed on to the team for consideration.

To pay and book tickets, please contact box office at boxoffice@lacemarkettheatre.co.uk or call 0115 950 7201 Friday 19:30–22:00 or Saturday 12:30–14:00. Please note there is no allocated seating.

Tess’s parents work for the emergency services and that has always meant that Christmas celebrations have to be a moveable feast. Today is no different, and Tess, her Gran, and her Uncle Mike are once more awaiting their arrival. But something is different this time, and if everything is changing, then maybe the stories they tell have to change too?

Maybe traditions need to be reworked to fit in with this new narrative?

They pass the time telling their stories in turns, breaking off for the odd musical interlude. As they do, we see a picture of how one family forms its traditions, and we recognise how those traditions matter most, when there are problems on the horizon.

The Last Noel is a bittersweet story about three generations of a family getting ready to celebrate Christmas. It is a play with songs, laughs, tears, mulled beverages, and a kiss of nostalgia.