2023 Pantomime Guide: Find a panto near you this Christmas
Find a pantomime near you this year with our 2023 Pantomime guide! Discover festive pantomimes across the UK by simply browsing or searching below...
Find a panto near you!
Peter Pan at London Palladium
From 9 December 2023 to 14 January 2024 at the London Palladium
Starring Jennifer Saunders, Julian Clary, Rob Madge, Paul Zerdin, Nigel Havers and Gary Wilmot! Back for an eighth season, The London Palladium pantomime is renowned as the most spectacular show staged in the West End with fabulous sets and costumes, jaw-dropping special effects and all the spectacle and magic you'd expect from the UK's biggest panto.
Sleeping Beauty at Harold Pinter Theatre, London
From 27 December 2023 to 31 December 2023 at the Harold Pinter Theatre
Far far away, Princess Aurora is under a cruel spell to sleep for 100 years... or is she just hungover and lazy... you decide. Will the evil Carabosse win the day, or will the dashing, suave, and ever so horny Prince Charming save the day, slay the competition, and save our Princess?!
Cinderella at New Wimbledon Theatre, London
From 8 December 2023 to 7 January 2024 at the New Wimbledon Theatre
Starring Craig Revel Horwood! Packed with all of the traditional pantomime ingredients New Wimbledon Theatre audiences expect, Cinderella features laugh-out-loud comedy, stunning scenery, beautiful costumes and plenty of boos and hisses.
Dick Whittington at Richmond Theatre, London
From 9 December 2023 to 7 January 2024 at the Richmond Theatre
Starring Paul Merton! Join Dick Whittington as he seeks fame, fortune, and happiness journeying to become Lord Mayor. Can he outwit the evil rodent King Rat and free the city from his team of revolting rodents? Find out in the ultimate magical pantomime adventure!
The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan at Bristol Hippodrome
Currently booking to 31 December 2023 at the Bristol Hippodrome
With amazing special effects, stunning sets, beautiful costumes and barrel-loads of laughter, The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan will take your whole family on a swashbuckling trip to Neverland like never before!
Jack and the Beanstalk at Manchester Opera House
Currently booking to 31 December 2023 at the Manchester Opera House
Comedy superstar Jason Manford is back by popular demand to lead the cast of Jack and the Beanstalk in the title role. He is joined by returning Manchester panto favourite Ben Nickless as Silly Simon, star of stage and screen Myra DuBois, and West-End performers Samara Casteallo and Emma Williams.
Hook - The High-Flying Adventures of Peter Pan at Kings Theatre, Portsmouth
Currently booking to 31 December 2023 at the Kings Theatre
Shaun Williamson and James 'Arg' Argent star! After the record-breaking run of Cinderella last Christmas, we’re delighted to be back with an even bigger and better adventure this December!
Cinderella at Lyric Hammersmith, London
Currently booking to 6 January 2024 at the Lyric Hammersmith
Cinderella is a bonafide boss-lady who runs her own business at Shepherd's Bush Market. One day the most handsome Prince Henry, who dreams of a life less spare, wears a disguise to the Market and falls instantly in love with Cinderella. With the paparazzi in hot pursuit the Prince is forced to flee. And so begins the quest to unite the unlikeliest of likely romances, Cinderella and the hapless Prince
Aladdin at Hackney Empire, London
Currently booking to 31 December 2023 at the Hackney Empire
Directed by and starring Clive Rowe as Widow Twankey, expect an unbelievable cast, incredible costumes, uncontrollable laughter and song and dance numbers that are nothing short of genie-us!
Cinderella Rock 'n' Roll Panto at Liverpool Everyman
Currently booking to 20 January 2024 at the Liverpool Everyman
Liverpool Everyman continues its run of iconic Rock ‘n’ Roll pantos with Cinderella, written by Liverpool writer Luke Barnes. As ever the show is bursting with rock and pop hits performed by an ensemble of exceptional performers ready to sing, play, dance, and sparkle, with familiar Everyman friends returning and welcoming some new faces too including Voguing Consultant - Kolade T Ladipo to make sure the party goes with a swing.
Dick Whittington at Godalming Borough Hall, Surrey
From 9 December 2023 to 31 December 2023 at the Godalming Borough Hall
The festive pantomime favourite Dick Whittington promises spectacular song and dance, colourful costumes and lots of fun and laughs for the whole family.
Cinderella at Belgrade Theatre, Coventry
Currently booking to 13 January 2024 at the Belgrade Theatre
Join Cinderella on her quest to win the heart of the dashing Prince Charming, with a little help from her best friend Buttons and the enchanting Fairy Godmother. But with her evil Ugly Sisters determined to ruin her chances and the clock about to strike midnight, will Cinders manage to win the Prince’s love before the spell runs out?
Potted Panto at Wilton's Music Hall, London
Currently booking to 30 December 2023 at the Wilton's Music Hall
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In a madcap ride through the biggest stories and best-loved characters from the wonderful world of pantomime, our dastardly double act dash from rubbing Aladdin's lamp to roaming the golden streets of Dick Whittington's London and making sure that Cinderella gets to the Ball.
Snow White at Wolverhampton Grand
Currently booking to 7 January 2024 at the Wolverhampton Grand
Join us as we look in the mirror, defeat the Evil Queen and follow Snow White & the prince on their journey to find true love’s kiss in this ultimate fairy-tale family adventure. Starring Kelle Bryan, Gyasi Sheppy and Niki Colwell Evans
Aladdin at Fairfield Halls, Croydon
From 16 December 2023 to 7 January 2024 at the Fairfield Halls
Starring Davood Ghadami, Kiera Nicole and Charlie Guest, join our hero Aladdin, his mother Widow Twankey and his brother Wishee Washee as they embark on a magical adventure and try to defeat the evil Abanazar
Cinderella at Milton Keynes Theatre
From 9 December 2023 to 14 January 2024 at the Milton Keynes Theatre
Iconic comedian, TV and musical theatre star Brian Conley leads the cast of Cinderella and makes a triumphant return as Buttons after visiting Milton Keynes Theatre in pantomime in 2017, leaving audiences rolling in Aisles!
Jack and The Beanstalk at Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent
From 15 December 2023 to 7 January 2024 at the Regent Theatre
Featuring Noel Sullivan and Kai Owen! Doomed to sell his trusty cow, join Jack and his family as they fight to outwit the evil giant, win riches beyond his wildest dreams and the hand of the girl he loves. Expect laughs, music, special effects, magic beans and bundles of audience participation in this giant of a pantomime!
Beauty and The Beast at Sunderland Empire
From 8 December 2023 to 31 December 2023 at the Sunderland Empire
From screen to stage, North East actress and star of Emmerdale and Ackley Bridge, Charlie Hardwick is set to sprinkle festive fairy dust over this year's pantomime spectacular, Beauty and the Beast, in the role of Fairy Bon Bon, alongside Channel 5's Milkshake! children's TV favourite Olivia Birchenough as kind-hearted, bookworm Belle.
Jack and the Beanstalk at Birmingham Hippodrome
From 16 December 2023 to 28 January 2024 at the Birmingham Hippodrome
Starring Alison Hammond and Samantha Womack! Doomed to sell his trusty cow, join Jack and his family as they fight to outwit the evil giant and win riches beyond their wildest dreams. Featuring stunning sets and costumes from The London Palladium, and bundle-loads of laughter, this is the panto you've bean waiting for!
Snow White at Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury
Currently booking to 3 January 2024 at the Waterside Theatre
Starring EastEnders and Strictly Come Dancing star James Bye! Join Snow White for an adventure full of laughter, song and seven dwarfs, in this traditional fairy tale with a magical twist.
Dick Whittington at Theatre Royal, Nottingham
From 9 December 2023 to 14 January 2024 at the Theatre Royal
Join Dick Whittington as he seeks fame, fortune, and happiness journeying to become Lord Mayor. Can he outwit the evil rodent King Rat and free the city from his team of revolting rodents? Find out in the ultimate magical pantomime adventure!
Snow White at Malthouse Theatre, Canterbury
From 14 December 2023 to 1 January 2024 at the Malthouse Theatre
The Malthouse Theatre in association with Gardner Hodges Entertainment are proud to present Canterbury's Fairest Pantomime of all, Snow White!
Goldilocks and the Three Bears at Theatre Royal, Plymouth
From 15 December 2023 to 13 January 2024 at the Theatre Royal
Step right up to witness the sensational world of Goldilocks' circus, where the stakes are high as they face an evil rival circus owner determined to ruin their beloved Big Top.
Cinderella at Alhambra Theatre, Bradford
From 9 December 2023 to 21 January 2024 at the Alhambra Theatre
Packed with all of the traditional ingredients Bradford audiences expect, our spectacular family pantomime Cinderella features laugh-out-loud comedy, stunning scenery, beautiful costumes and plenty of boos and hisses.
Aladdin at Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury
Currently booking to 7 January 2024 at the Marlowe Theatre
Don't miss our fun-filled family pantomime Aladdin, starring TV and West End star Kevin Clifton (Strictly Come Dancing, Singin' In The Rain, Rock Of Ages) and children's favourite, Phil Gallagher (CBeebies' Mister Maker).
Sleeping Beauty at The Hawth, Crawley
From 8 December 2023 to 31 December 2023 at the The Hawth
Don't miss the fun-filled family pantomime starring West End superstar Carrie Hope Fletcher, CBeebies favourite Andy Day, West End star Scott Paige and Crawley's favourite dame Michael J Batchelor.
Sleeping Beauty at His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
Currently booking to 7 January 2024 at the His Majesty's Theatre
In a distant land, the enchanting tale of Princess Aurora unfolds on her twenty-first birthday. But a wicked curse bestowed by her evil aunt Carabosse condemns her to a century-long slumber by pricking her finger on an enchanted spinning wheel.
Beauty and The Beast at Orchard Theatre, Dartford
From 9 December 2023 to 31 December 2023 at the Orchard Theatre
In the enchanting world of Beauty and the Beast, Belle yearns for a brighter future, only to find herself imprisoned in a cursed castle by a fearsome beast.
The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan at New Victoria Theatre, Woking
From 8 December 2023 to 7 January 2024 at the New Victoria Theatre
Featuring Anton Du Beke and Paul Chuckle, with amazing special effects, stunning sets, beautiful costumes and barrel-loads of laughter, The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan will take your whole family on a swashbuckling trip to Neverland like never before!
Robinson Crusoe at Grand Opera House, York
From 9 December 2023 to 6 January 2024 at the Grand Opera House
York legend Berwick Kaler returns with all of the gang for his hilarious take on the classic story of the sailor from York who finds himself marooned on a desert island, but he's not alone!
Beauty and The Beast at Princess Theatre, Torquay
From 9 December 2023 to 31 December 2023 at the Princess Theatre
This Festive season panto magic will be sprinkled in abundance as the Princess Theatre, Torquay welcome a new, multi-award-winning pantomime production company to the venue - with a wealth of experience and a proven track record of delighting audiences across the country.
Snow White at King's Theatre, Glasgow
Currently booking to 7 January 2024 at the King's Theatre
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs will be spectacularly brought to life with an abundance of comedy, sensational song and dance numbers, fabulous costumes and stunning scenery.
Peter Pan at Festival Theatre, Edinburgh
Currently booking to 31 December 2023 at the Festival Theatre
With amazing special effects, stunning sets, beautiful costumes and barrel-loads of laughter, The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan will take your whole family on a swashbuckling trip to Neverland like never before!
Pinocchio at Theatre Royal, Newcastle
Currently booking to 14 January 2024 at the Theatre Royal
Join Danny as he transforms from the famous puppet to a real boy and get ready to see his nose grow every time he tells a lie!
Beauty and The Beast at Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone
From 8 December 2023 to 31 December 2023 at the Leas Cliff Hall
When a magical sorceress transforms the handsome Count into a frightening Beast, only true love will break the spell.
Jack and the Beanstalk at New Theatre, Cardiff
From 9 December 2023 to 7 January 2024 at the New Theatre
Follow Jac, and climb a beanstalk of gigantic proportions to cloudland in the spectacular family pantomime Jac and the Beanstalk.
Cinderella at Churchill Theatre, Bromley
Currently booking to 31 December 2023 at the Churchill Theatre
Packed with all of the traditional pantomime ingredients Bromley audiences expect, Cinderella features laugh-out-loud comedy, stunning scenery, beautiful costumes and plenty of boos and hisses.
Peter Pan at Cliffs Pavilion, Southend
From 9 December 2023 to 31 December 2023 at the Cliffs Pavilion
Join Peter Pan and the characters you know and love next Christmas in this swashbuckling J M Barrie adventure.
Snow White at Darlington Hippodrome
From 8 December 2023 to 31 December 2023 at the Darlington Hippodrome
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs will be spectacularly brought to life with an abundance of comedy, sensational song and dance numbers, fabulous costumes and stunning scenery.
Cinderella at New Theatre, Hull
From 16 December 2023 to 7 January 2024 at the New Theatre
Packed with all of the traditional pantomime ingredients Hull audiences expect, Cinderella features laugh-out-loud comedy, stunning scenery, beautiful costumes and plenty of boos and hisses.
Snow White at Mayflower Theatre, Southampton
From 9 December 2023 to 31 December 2023 at the Mayflower Theatre
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs will be spectacularly brought to life with an abundance of comedy, sensational song and dance numbers, fabulous costumes, and stunning scenery.