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The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe
Leeds Playhouse Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, LeedsThis breathtaking stage show of C.S. Lewis’ classic novel returns to Leeds Playhouse following a successful West End and UK tour. With magical storytelling, bewitching stagecraft and incredible puppets, it is guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages. Various times & prices.
The Borrowers
The Dukes Moor Lane, LancasterPrepare for a tiny adventure at the Dukes this Christmas! Hidden beneath the floorboards of an empty house you’ll find a peculiar miniature world that belongs to brave Arrietty and her family of Borrowers. These clever Borrowers make use of anything they find “upstairs”, from buttons to biscuits and baubles. Various times. Adults £22, child £18, family £76.
Jack and the Beanstalk
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnFe Fi Fo Fun for all the family! Join Jack and the gang on an epic adventure in this giant new adaptation of the much-loved classic, Jack and the Beanstalk! Various times. £13 - £19. Family £54.
Jack and the Beanstalk: The Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsA very different format to the traditional Christmas pantomime, Rock ‘n’ Roll Pantos mix traditional elements of audience participation and corny gags with a jukebox full of classic rock anthems and chart-toppers, all performed live on stage by an ultra-talented cast of actor-musicians. Various times & prices.
Rapunzel
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonGet ready for a hair raising adventure about the girl with the magical golden hair as Polka Dot Pantomimes and the Albert Halls proudly present RAPUNZEL – A Tangled Tale! Various times & prices.
Snow White
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesCome and see the beautiful Snow White and her seven little friends from the enchanted forest as they attempt to defeat the evil queen’s plans. Don’t miss this spectacular pantomime from Paul Holman Associates, featuring breathtaking scenery, dazzling costumes, spectacular singing and plenty of traditional pantomime shenanigans. Various times & prices.
Cinderella
King George’s Hall Northgate, BlackburnThis magical pantomime features great songs, dazzling dance routines, stunning scenery, beautiful costumes, lots of laughs and amazing special effects – so come along, we promise you will have a ‘ball’! Various times & prices.
Pinocchio
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordComedy sensation and Bradford panto legend Billy Pearce leads the cast as toymaker Geppetto, with his prize creation Pinocchio transforming from the famous puppet to a real boy, whose nose grows every time he tells a lie. Joining Billy is Coronation Street star Chris Gascoyne who will take on the role of the evil Stromboli, and Drag Superstar, Singer and Television Personality Courtney Act as the Blue Faerie. Various times & prices.
Cinderella
Preston Playhouse Market Street West, PrestonCinderella is possibly the most romantic, magical and fun pantomime of them all. For their 70th celebrations, Preston Musical Comedy Society are bringing the age old tale to life at Preston Playhouse. Various times. £12/£14.
Peter Pan
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxPeter Pan will be packed full of all the ingredients necessary to make The Victoria Theatre’s panto the best panto in Calderdale – lots of hilarious slapstick comedy, stunning scenery and costumes, magical musical numbers and a plenty of audience interaction. Various times & prices.
Northern Ballet’s A Christmas Carol
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsOne magical night. Three mysterious ghosts. Dickens’ timeless tale is reimagined through dance, music and storytelling which will transport you to Victorian England and leave your heart aglow. 7pm, mat 2pm. £20 - £72.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyChapterhouse Theatre Company is proud to bring you A Christmas Carol, Charles Dickens’ timeless tale of hope and redemption this Christmas. Mon 7.30pm, Tues 12pm. Various prices.
Sleeping Beauty
The Muni Theatre ColneDon’t miss this year’s spectacular pantomime featuring great songs from our live band, dazzling dance routines, stunning scenery, beautiful costumes and spectacular special effects. Various times. Adult £17, child £16, family £59.
PETER PAN
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyThe award-winning Burnley Pantomime Society are set to thrill audiences once again with one of the most popular tales ever told. Packed with comedy, great music, stunning scenery, wonderful costumes, heroes, villains, audience participation that only pantomime can provide. Various times & prices.
Something To Hide
Preston Playhouse Market Street West, PrestonA thriller by Leslie Sands. Set in the country getaway home of successful novelist Howard Holt, who is visited each weekend by his wife and publisher Karen. £11/£12.
Jason Manford: A Manford All Seasons
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxJason Manford is back at the Victoria Theatre Halifax with his brand-new live show, A Manford All Seasons. His iconic ‘expert observational comedy’ (The Guardian) is sure to ‘comic gold’ (Mail on Sunday).
Mindgame
Keighley Playhouse Devonshire Street, KeighleyThe story unfolds as Mark Styler, a renowned author of ‘true crime’ sensationalist novels, attempts to secure an interview with Easterman, a famed serial killer. £10/£12.
BUT DADDY I LOVE HER
The Dukes Moor Lane, LancasterSophie Duker is back! The Taskmaster champ is back on tour and dealing with her (sugar) daddy issues in a hilarious new stand-up show.
Giovanni: The Last Dance
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxThe 2021 Strictly champion and BAFTA winner will be taking to the stage once again with his company of world class performers. Giovanni, the Italian maestro of dance, takes centre stage in ‘The Last Dance’, a mesmerising production that transcends the boundaries of live performance. Various prices.
Do I Love You ?
St. George's Hall BradfordJoin twenty-somethings Sally, Nat and Kyle in this hilarious comedy as they develop a love for, and the people involved with, Northern Soul. 7.30pm, Sat mat 2.30pm.
Justin Moorhouse – The Greatest Performance of My Life
Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, DarwenAfter a successful and extensively extended tour of his 2022 show Stretch and Think he's back on the road with this new show - The Greatest Performance of My Life. It's funny and interesting, and perhaps there's a little bit that warms the soul, too.
Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny
St. George's Hall BradfordIf you like fast-paced, edgy one-liners then get ready to be happy. Jimmy Carr will be back in Bradford with an extension to his current tour, Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny.
Far from the Madding Crowd
Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, DarwenCapricious, independent and beautiful Bathsheba Everdene inherits and manages her uncle’s farm. She is courted by three infatuated suitors: an honest, loyal and capable shepherd; a womanising and charming Sergeant; and a lonely, wealthy farmer. Who will she choose? If any of them?
An Inspector Calls
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordStephen Daldry's multi award-winning National Theatre production of JB Priestley's classic thriller returns after a record-breaking sell-out tour in 2022. Various times & prices.