BRIGHTON, 20 October 2026 — Christmas may still be a few weeks away, but the festive countdown is already under way as James B Partridge, the internet’s much-loved teacher and entertainer, prepares to bring his 2026 run of The Big Christmas Assembly to Brighton Theatre Royal on 6 December.
Blending festive favourites with the nostalgic magic of school assemblies, the show promises an evening of communal singing, childhood memories and Christmas cheer. Partridge has built a following through his affectionate take on school life, bringing familiar classroom characters, songs and the unmistakable atmosphere of a school assembly to audiences well beyond the school gates.
Now, with Christmas approaching, The Big Christmas Assembly invites grown-ups to rediscover the simple pleasure of singing together, revisiting the songs and traditions that made the festive season feel special when they were younger.
The production is designed to be more than a conventional Christmas concert. Instead, it taps into the shared memories of school nativity plays, end-of-term celebrations and the songs that generations of pupils have sung together. Audiences can expect an uplifting, participatory experience, with plenty of opportunities to join in and sing at the top of their lungs.
For Brighton, the performance offers a festive date for anyone looking to get into the Christmas spirit before the big day. Whether attending with friends, family or fellow fans, the evening promises a feel-good celebration of nostalgia, music and seasonal fun.
The Brighton Theatre Royal date falls on Sunday 6 December, as Partridge’s 2026 tour brings its celebration of festive favourites to audiences across the country.
Tickets are on sale now through James B Partridge’s official website.
With its combination of school-day nostalgia and Christmas singalongs, The Big Christmas Assembly looks set to offer Brighton audiences a cheerful way to round off the year — and a reminder that it is never too early to start singing Christmas songs.
