The Budapest Playhouse is bringing the classic Snow Queen (Hókirálynő) fairytale to life at the UP Event Space in Budapest throughout late 2025. With dazzling visuals and non-stop action, it promises to captivate even the most screen-obsessed kids. If you’re craving something truly wintry, the show isn’t just limited to Budapest—it will also appear throughout the Hungarian countryside starting in November 2025.
Plot & Experience
The story follows siblings Kay and Gerda, who live happily with their grandmother. But their world is turned upside down when the ruthless, icy-hearted Snow Queen whisks Kay away to her frozen kingdom. Gerda embarks on a wild adventure, vowing to rescue her brother and bring him back home, no matter the odds. The show lasts about 60 minutes and isn’t recommended for kids under five.
Crew, Cast & Tickets
Árpád Iványi (Iványi Árpád) directs and adapts the piece, with Laura Esti (Esti Laura) as the Snow Queen, Bánk Csutorás (Csutorás Bánk) as Kay, and Serafina Petra Tóth (Tóth Petra Serafina) as Gerda. Tickets range from $12 to $17 for the Budapest dates: November 15, November 29, and December 20, 2025.
