Coming to the UK for the first time in December 2019
The Nightmare Before Christmas In Concert
Multiple award-winning composer, songwriter and reigning Pumpkin King, Danny Elfman will be bringing Disney’s timeless classic, Tim Burton’s "The Nightmare Before Christmas" to life for two very special UK arena shows in December 2019 as part of the movie’s 25th anniversary celebration.
Elfman, performing his role of Jack Skellington, will be joined by other original cast members Catherine O'Hara as Sally, and Ken Page as the voice of Oogie Boogie with full orchestral accompaniment by the Royal Scottish National Orchestra in Glasgow and the London Philharmonic Orchestra at the SSE Arena, Wembley. Conductor John Mauceri, Founding Director of the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, will be leading the full orchestra and choir performing the film's classic score and songs live to picture. The concert will also include featured violin soloist, Sandy Cameron.
The Nightmare Before Christmas Live in Concert, December 2019 follows 3 sold out nights in at the prestigious Hollywood Bowl earlier this year and will be the second time this special concert event has left the USA.
Tour Dates
The SSE Hydro, Glasgow
2nd Dec 2019
The SSE Arena, Wembley London
4th - 5th Dec 2019
Starring
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Danny Elfman
The peerless composer, songwriter and reigning ‘Pumpkin King’ brings Jack Skellington to life on stage.
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Catherine O'Hara
The award winning actress, writer and comedian performs the songs of rag-doll Sally.
Planning Your Visit
Show Info
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Ticket Info
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Performance Times
7:45pm
Duration
Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes including one interval.
Suitable For Children
This film is classified PG.
All guests under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
Children under 18 months of age can attend the show without a ticket if they sit on a parent or guardian’s lap throughout the performance.
A babies in arms ticket must be obtained upon entering the venue.
Special Effects
This film may contain flashing images.
Recording Equipment
Recording of any kind is strictly prohibited. No video cameras of any kind are allowed in the arena.
Digital camera policies are different from arena to arena, so if you have concerns, please contact the specific arena in your area to verify policy details.
Accessibility
For any accessibility questions, please contact the individual venues directly.
Once you have purchased your tickets online or via Guest Services you will receive a confirmation email.
Tickets will be dispatched closer to the performance time and can arrive up to 48 hours prior to the performance date. If you have not received your tickets 48 hours prior to the performance please call our Guest Services team on 0800 640 8101.
If you are collecting your tickets from the Venue Box Office, the cardholder must be present with valid identification.
Find the answers you need on our comprehensive help page.
For any accessibility questions, please contact the individual venues directly:
The SSE Arena, Wembley, London
020 8782 5629
SSE Hydro, Glasgow
0800 952 0110
