A traditional storytelling show for adults, featuring yuletide tales and traditions from around the world.
A traditional storytelling show for adults, featuring yuletide tales and traditions from around the world.
You are invited to join us on a Christmas journey—a voyage across countries and cultures, through tales and traditions as unique and as varied as snowflakes.
Along the way, we’ll encounter curious characters: spiders and shepherdesses, wolves and witches. We’ll come face to face with the fearsome Krampus and the kindly Tomte. We’ll hear the legend of the Yule Cat, who’s not nearly as cuddly as the name suggests.
But beware: not all Christmas traditions are as warm and twinkling as ours. Some tread darker paths indeed.
Come and discover the magic, mystery, and wonder of Christmas around the world.
We’re thrilled to welcome back professional storyteller Maria Credali, who returns with a brand-new collection of traditional Christmas tales, perfect for the season. Her captivating performances promise to leave you with a warm glow and the true spirit of Christmas.
What did people say about last year’s Christmas storytelling?
“A perfect Christmas event … a magical evening of good old-fashioned story telling!” Richard.
“What a wonderful evening, we absolutely loved it! Thank you so much and can’t wait for the next one!” Lisa.

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Visitor information
Address
Beacon Street, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS13 7AD
01543 306260
Opening times
Museum Opening Hours
31 March 2024 to 26 October 2024 open Thursday to Tuesday (closed Wed) 11am to 5pm last entry 4.15pm
27 October 2024 to 29 March 2025 Open Thursday to Monday 11am to 4pm, last entry 3.15pm.
The herb garden is open all year with free access
The museum is occasionally closed for weddings and school bookings. Please check the website for details.
Please visit erasmusdarwin.org for full information.
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