Getting lost in the wonders of the ballet, unwinding with a tinselly comedy, taking in an immersive festive drama: theatre is a great way to get in the mood for Christmas. This year, there are some excellent Christmas shows being staged around the UK.

Sherlock Holmes and the 12 Days of Christmas, Birmingham

Sherlock and Watson face “a seasonal challenge” to find gold rings and save French hens in this comedy whodunnit written by Humphrey Ker and David Reed, said Clive Davis in The Times . The writer duo also take on the roles of the mystery-solving pair, while John Kearns plays “Scotland Yard stalwart”, Inspector Lestrade. The production features “a sprinkling of original songs” by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, adding some musical theatre to the Victorian costume caper. Suitable fo

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