Sherlock Elf and the Mystery of Santa Claus, a musical at Teatro Parioli Costanzo, December 12 and 13, 2026

On Saturday, December 12 and Sunday, December 13, 2026, Teatro Parioli Costanzo, at Via Giosuè Borsi 20, stages «Sherlock Elf e il mistero di Babbo Natale» (Sherlock Elf and the Mystery of Santa Claus), a musical for children and families in the Parioli Kids series. Booking is online.

Updated November 6, 2026.

The event

Something incredible has happened at the North Pole and the most magical night of the year is in danger: the Elves of the Village must find a solution fast. The protagonist, Sherlock Elf, is the youngest detective in the Village and guides the audience through riddles, secret maps and hidden clues.

The staging combines live music, dance, comedy and illusion, with stage effects, and draws young spectators into a Christmas investigation full of twists. The show runs sixty minutes, in a single act, and is produced by Nuovo Teatro Parioli.

For the Sunday, December 13 performance there is also a Golden Pass for two, which includes two seats in the first two central rows of the premium stalls, a brunch at the theater's bistro, the Priority Pass and a commemorative gift box. The post-show brunch can be added to a ticket for 15 euros extra, by reservation.

Where it takes place: Teatro Parioli Costanzo

Teatro Parioli Costanzo is on Via Giosuè Borsi, in the Parioli district. This season's bill also includes Parole di Faber and Basta poco.

Practical information

• Dates: Saturday, December 12 and Sunday, December 13, 2026.
• Venue: Teatro Parioli Costanzo, Via Giosuè Borsi 20, 00197 Rome.
• Running time: sixty minutes, single act.
• Sunday brunch at the theater's bistro: 15 euros extra, by reservation; the program may change.
• City of Rome Contact Center: 06 06 08.
• Getting there: use the ATAC route planner.

Frequently asked questions about Sherlock Elf and the Mystery of Santa Claus

Who is it for?

Children and families, in the Parioli Kids series.

How long is it?

Sixty minutes, in a single act.

What is the Golden Pass?

A package for two for the Sunday, December 13 performance, with premium seats, brunch, a Priority Pass and a commemorative gift box.

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