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Cinderella – Bolton’s Christmas Family Pantomime
Victoria Hall, BoltonThe magical family pantomime Cinderella. You will have a ball at The Victoria Hall come along and join in the fun. Various times.
Snow White
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LeedsFeaturing breath-taking scenery and special effects, sparkling costumes, spectacular song and dance, with plenty of fun, laughter and audience participation, Snow White is the pantomime that is simply wicked, simply wonderful and simply must be seen! Various times & prices.
Robin Hood: 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.
A Christmas Carol
The Dukes Moor Lane, LancasterUnwrap the magic this season with a musical adaptation of Charles Dickens classic tale, featuring toe-tapping music, festive fun and a touch of Christmas magic. £18 - £20. Various times.
Beauty and the Beast – 2023 Pantomime
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnJoin us for a BEAST of a tale that’s as old as time as Tom Rolfe Productions present a real BEAUTY of a pantomime with stunning scenery, beautiful costumes and hilarious comedy! Various times & prices.
Beauty and the Beast
The Globe Theatre Blackpool Pleasure Beach, BlackpoolBeauty And The Beast is a magical Story - A tale as old as time! Various times. £14 -£22.
Jesus Christ Superstar
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordWith music and lyrics by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. Jesus Christ Superstar is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary series of events during the final weeks in the life of Jesus Christ, as seen through the eyes of Judas. 7.30pm. Wed mat 2pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. £19.50 - £49.50.
Oliver!
Leeds Playhouse Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, LeedsBased on the novel by Charles Dickens, Oliver! follows the story of a small boy with a big heart as he journeys from a desolate workhouse to the paved streets of Victorian London in search of love and a place to call home. Various times & prices.
Shrek The Musical
Grand Opera House YorkBased on the Oscar winning DreamWorks film, the Broadway and West End smash hit Shrek the Musical is a fun filled and hilarious musical comedy with a cast of vibrant characters and a 'shrektacular' score. 7.30pm, Wed & Sat mat 2.30pm. £13 - £64.
A Christmas Carol
Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, BlackburnChapterhouse Theatre Company is proud to bring you Charles Dickens' timeless tale of hope and redemption this Christmas. A Christmas Carol follows the miserly Ebeneezer Scrooge as he embarks upon a journey through his past, present, and future,… £9 - £24.
The Wizard of Oz Pantomime
Bradford Playhouse 4 – 12 Chapel St,Little Germany,, Bradford.The Bradford Players present The Wizard of Oz Pantomime. Various times.
Northern Ballet’s The Nutcracker
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsPerformed to Tchaikovsky’s enduring score, played live by Northern Ballet Sinfonia, The Nutcracker awakens childlike imagination in us all. 7pm, mat 2pm. £72-£20.
CINDERELLA
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonJoin us for our sparkling family pantomime for 2023 - Cinderella. A family pantomime where dreams really do come true. Presented by Polka Dot Pantomimes. Various times and prices.
Aladdin
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolThis year's panto Aladdin sees the return of West End star and TV soap sensation Tom Lister (as Abanazar) joining comic and Britain's Got Talent finalist Steve Royle (as Wishee Washee)! Various times & prices.
84 Charing Cross Road
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxThe bittersweet comedy is based on the extraordinary true story of the remarkable relationship that developed over 20 years between a vivacious New York writer and a London bookseller. A Halifax Thespians - Script-in-hand performance in the Playhouse Studio Bar. £5 including supper.
The Enormous Crocodile
Leeds Playhouse Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, LeedsA new musical version of Roald Dahl’s picture book featuring tasty tunes and mischievous puppets suitable for those 4+. Various times. £15 - £20.
Sleeping Beauty: Christmas Panto
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterThe story is enhanced by fantastic musical numbers, dancing, dazzling costumes and audience participation. A Christmas treat not to be missed! Various times. Adult £11.50, child & concs £10.50.
The Squirrel, The Cake & The Cabinet
Horse & Bamboo 679 Bacup Road, Waterfoot, RossendaleJoin Horse + Bamboo for our signature festive adventure through the woods and into magical lands where strange characters will share their stories. 3 - 7yrs. Craft 10am & 2pm - Show 11am & 3pm. £8/£6 or pwyc. (Pay what you can).
Rapunzel – Adult Panto
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterThe Adult Panto team are catapulting crazy Christmas chaos back into Lancaster Grand Theatre with a hair-raising tale of panto pandemonium that’s a cut above the rest!
Dead of Night
Keighley Playhouse Devonshire Street, KeighleyThriller by Peter Whalley - Jack has just been acquitted of manslaughter, and regales his girlfriend Maggie and their neighbours with a disparaging account of the trial.
When We Are Married
Bingley Little Theatre Bingley Arts Centre, BingleyThis play by Bradford's own genius, J.B. Priestley, was the very first production by the company which became Bingley Little Theatre, in 1943.
Dear Santa Live!
King’s Hall Station Road, IlkleyThis show is an ideal introduction to theatre for those aged two and over. The Christmas cheer continues, with the opportunity to meet Santa in his grotto after the show, where every child will receive an extra special gift! Tues 2pm, Wed 10.30pm & 1pm.
Cat’s Cradle (Thriller) by Leslie Sands
Skipton Little Theatre Clifford Street,, SkiptonIn an effort to revive his faltering career, Detective Inspector Jack Frost revisits a haunting, unsolved case from his past – a kidnapping and potential murder. £12, under 16s £6.
The Dan Banks Afternoon Variety Show
Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, DarwenYou are invited to join the ever-popular afternoon variety show. It's a fun, relaxed afternoon show, featuring: James Loynes, back by popular demand. Kevin Cookson, song writing guitarist.Dawn, a fabulous vocalist, Johnny Wedgewood, playing 60s and 70s country/pop favourites.
Aladdin
King George’s Hall Northgate, BlackburnMeet Aladdin, his brother Wishee Washee & his mother Widow Twankey as they battle against the evil Abanazar to stop his evil plan to become Master Of The World! Various times. £15- £21.
Jack and the Beanstalk – Christmas Pantomime
The Atkinson Lord Street, SouthportJoin our hero Jack Trott as he embarks on an extraordinary journey up the beanstalk to an enchanted land above the clouds. With hilarious antics, loveable characters, and a handful of magic beans, this traditional family panto will captivate audiences of all ages. Various times & prices.
Dave Spikey “Life In A Northern Town”
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesThis show is all about Dave’s life in ….. well…. a northern town so no surprise there.
Santa Rocks – A magical family Santamime
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnSanta Rocks….. Oh yes he does in our magical family Santamime! Free gift for every child ticket purchased! 10am & 6.30pm.
Aladdin
The Met Market Street, BuryAladdin falls for young princess Jasmin but will they ever make it to the altar? Not if evil Abanazar has anything to do with it…don’t miss your chance to join us for the most magical pantomime yet. Various times. Adult £17, child £14.
JACK AND THE BEANSTALK
York Theatre Royal St. Leonard's Place, YorkWith stunning sets, hilarious comedy and breath-taking special effects, Jack and the Beanstalk promises to be our most spectacular pantomime ever! This fun-filled extravaganza is guaranteed to delight the whole family… Various times and prices.
Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs
Preston Playhouse Market Street West, PrestonPresented by Preston Musical Comedy Society. Allow the magic of pantomime to transport you to a land far, far away, the land of make-believe, as we present this much loved and classic fairy tale. Various times. From £11.
A Christmas Carol
Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LeedsThe award-winning Dyad Productions, (A Room of One’s Own, I, Elizabeth, Austen’s Women, Female Gothic) who have toured their sell-out festive show Christmas Gothic since 2015, now bring their magic to Dickens’ classic and perennially relevant ghost story.
Robinson Crusoe and the Pirates of the River Ouse
Grand Opera House YorkYork 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! Various times and prices.
Peter Pan – The Pantomime
Bradford Playhouse 4 – 12 Chapel St,Little Germany,, Bradford.Set sail this Christmas and join the swashbuckling pantomime adventures of Peter Pan in this high-flying pantomime for all the family! Various times & prices.
Cinderella
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordBilly Pearce, as the loveable Buttons, Emmerdale star Samantha Giles as The Wicked Stepmother and celebrity baker and Strictly Come Dancing finalist John Whaite as Dandini. Dale Mathurin will play Prince Charming and Yorkshire local Sarah Pearson will perform as the title role of Cinderella. Various times & prices.
Jack & The Beanstalk
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesPaul Holman Associates present Jack & The Beanstalk! This Christmas, join our hero on the adventure of a lifetime as he climbs the beanstalk to fame, fortune and true love! Various times & prices.
BRING ON TOMORROW
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre New Market Street, ColneBasics Junior Theatre School present 'Bring On Tomorrow', with some amazing dancing and singing. Showing at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm.
I Should Be So Lucky: The Official Stock, Aitken & Waterman Musical
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsThe World Premiere of the official Stock Aitken and Waterman musical. All the Hit Factory songs you know and love – finally on stage in an all-new, feel-good musical! 7.30pm. Wed, Thurs & Sat mat 2.30pm.£22 - £53.
Fantastic Mr. Fox – By Roald Dahl
Halifax Playhouse King Cross Street, HalifaxBoggis, Bunce and Bean, three greedy, smelly, horrid farmers hate the cunning Mr Fox. Mr Fox is smart, clever and rather fantastic, but he doesn’t realise how determined the farmers are to get revenge. Presented by Halifax Thespians. 7.30pm, Sat mat 2.30pm. £6 - £12.
Rapunzel
Square Chapel Arts Centre 10 Square Road, HalifaxScott Ritchie Productions proudly presents this exciting and fun tangled musical adventure. With a wicked witch, a feisty heroine, a tap-dancing horse and a host of adventures, Rapunzel promises to be a vibrant take on a classic and much-loved story. Various times and prices.
Robin Hood Christmas Panto!
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonThis inclusive show promises festive fun for all the Family with silliness, songs and a good old showdown between the goodies and the baddies. 11am & 2pm. Adult £12.50. child £7.50.
Cinderella
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxCinderella is presented once again by our pantomime production company Imagine Theatres. Come and join us for everyone's favourite rags to riches tale. Various times and prices.
IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre New Market Street, ColnePendle Hippodrome Theatre presents Frank Capra’s 'It’s A Wonderful Life', starring James Stewart & Donna Reed. Admission free but donations most welcome.
Jack And The Beanstalk
The Muni Theatre ColneA pantomime full of Fe, Fi, Fo & Fun!. Don’t miss this year’s spectacular pantomime featuring a superb cast, beautiful scenery, colourful costumes, amazing special effects and lots and lots of laughs!
Life of Pi
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsWinner of five Olivier Awards, including Best Play, see the West End spectacle on its first ever UK tour. It will make you believe in the power of theatre. 7.30pm, Wed, Thurs & Sat mat 2pm. £27 - £52.
The Ghost Train – Preston Drama Club
Preston Playhouse Market Street West, PrestonArnold Ridley’s classic comedy-thriller, The Ghost Train, was first produced in 1925 and has been a firm favourite with professional and non-professional theatre companies ever since.
Rapunzel: A modern family pantomime
The Whitaker Haslingden Road, RawtenstallStep into a world where hair-raising excitement meets magical moments in All Souls’ sensational production of Rapunzel! Various times & prices.
The Met’s Comedian of the Year Competition 2024
The Met Market Street, BuryPresented by First Thursday Comedy. Six breakthrough comedians perform and compete for a £600 prize, and the prestigious title of The Met’s Comedian of the Year. Compere Roger Monkhouse.
ALADDIN
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyRenowned for their high-quality shows, the 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 and all the excitement that only pantomime can provide. Various times. £12/£14.
Sleeping Beauty 2024
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolThe critically acclaimed Varna International Ballet returns with Sleeping Beauty, every child’s favourite fairy tale, set to Tchaikovsky’s sublime score. £26 - £53.