A parody production which squeezes all seven Harry Potter books into just over an hour is set to take over the Jersey Opera House this month – complete with a real-life game of Quidditch.
Every week, Express presents a selection of exhibitions, performances, workshops, events and other historic, creative and delicious content to help islanders get their weekly dose of culture.
Here’s this week’s offering…
Potted Potter
The international smash-hit parody Potted Potter will take over the Jersey Opera House this December, with six showings running from Thursday 11 to Sunday 14 December.
The production squeezes all seven Harry Potter books into just 70 minutes – complete with a real-life game of Quidditch.
The show is said to have already entertained more than one million muggles worldwide and is known for its high-energy, family-friendly chaos.
The production promises spellbinding fun whether you’re a dedicated Potterhead, or don’t know your horcruxes from your Hufflepuffs.
You can find out more information about the show and purchase tickets here.
St Aubin Harbourside Christmas Fayre
St Aubin will be getting a festive glow-up on Saturday 6 December, as the annual Christmas Fayre moves outdoors just outside St Brelade Parish Hall from 11am to 6pm.
Attendees can expect live entertainment, handmade craft stalls, food trucks serving mulled wine, crêpes and mince pies, plus a visit from Santa – who is due to arrive by sleigh.
Children can enjoy an indoor soft play zone, a bouncy castle, and the chance to meet their Disney heroes.
The day will finish with the Christmas lights being switched on, bringing extra sparkle to the harbour.
Entry is free and no booking is required. More information about the event can be found here.
Light Up A Life
Jersey Hospice is hosting its annual Light Up a Life service at St Andrew’s Church in First Tower on Saturday 6 December, with doors opening at 4.30pm ahead of the 5pm start.
The service offers a gentle evening of music, poetry and readings for remembrance and reflection. It aims to provide a supportive space to remember loved ones who have passed away, alongside others who understand that experience.
The event is open to all, with attendees welcome to come with family, friends or alone with their memories.
The service is free to attend, but tickets can be reserved online here.
Mont Nicolle Christmas Fair
Mont Nicolle School is hosting a Christmas Fair on Sunday 7 December from 11am to 2pm.
The event hopes to raise funds for the school through festival stalls and a raffle with a top prize of £1,000.
Raffle tickets cost £5 each and are available at the fair or through the school office.
A maximum of 2,000 tickets will be available.
The event is open to all and is free to attend.
You can find out more about the Christmas Fair here.
St Mary’s Christmas Fair
St Mary’s Youth and Community Centre is also hosting a Christmas Fair on Sunday 7 December from 12pm to 4pm, promising a festive afternoon packed with activities.
Santa is due to arrive at 12:30pm and will be available to visit in his grotto.
Outside, visitors can enjoy mulled wine from St Mary’s Pub’s mobile bar as well as a nature stall with woodland crafts.
Inside, over 40 stalls will be on offer, alongside live local music and refreshments.
The event is raising funds to upgrade the outdoor space at the St Mary’s Youth and Community Centre to ensure better accessibility.
The fair is free to attend, with more information here.
The Red Balloon
A festive favourite arrives at the Jersey Arts Centre this Christmas with the stage production of The Red Balloon running from Saturday 6 December to Saturday 20 December.
Based on the Oscar-winning film of the same name by Albert Lamorisse, The Red Balloon follows Pascal, a lonely Parisian boy who finds a friend in the most unlikely of places.
Audiences can also enjoy two accessible performances, including a relaxed performance on Sunday 14 December and a BSL-interpreted performance on Thursday 11 December.
Tickets start from £12.75, with special offers available for members, students and children.
Tickets can be purchased online.