18 November 2024 to 25 January 2025
The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe
Leeds Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, Leeds
This 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. 18 November 2024 to 25 January 2025. https://www.leedsplayhouse.org.uk/

22 November to 31 December
The Borrowers
The Dukes, Moor Lane, Lancaster
Prepare 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. 22 November to 31 December. https://dukeslancaster.org/

23 November 2024 to 5 January 2025
Jack and the Beanstalk
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Rd, Blackburn
Fe 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.   23 November 2024 to 5 January 2025.

29 November 2024 to 12 January 2025
Jack and the Beanstalk: The Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto
City Varieties Music Hall, 46 New Briggate, Leeds
A 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.       29 November 2024 to 12 January 2025. https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/

30 November to 31 December
Rapunzel
Albert Halls, Victoria Square, Bolton
Get 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. 30 November to 31 December. www.alberthalls-bolton.co.uk/

2 December 2024 to 4 January 2025
Snow White
Lowther Pavilion, Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, Annes
Come 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. 2 December 2024 to 4 January 2025. https://lowtherpavilion.co.uk/

5 December to 31 December
Cinderella
King George’s Hall, Northgate, Blackburn
This 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. 5 December to 31 December. https://bwdvenues.com/

7 December 2024 to 19 January 2025
Pinocchio
The Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street, Bradford
Comedy 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. 7 December 2024 to 19 January 2025. https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/

14 December 2024 to 5 January 2025
Peter Pan
The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street, Halifax
Peter 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.   14 December 2024 to 5 January 2025. https://www.victoriatheatre.co.uk/

17 December 2024 to 4 January 2025
Northern Ballet’s A Christmas Carol
Leeds Grand Theatre, New Briggate, Leeds
One 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. 17 December 2024 to 4 January 2025. https://leedsheritagetheatres.com/

4 January 2025 to 19 January 2025
Sleeping Beauty
The Muni Theatre , Colne
Don’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. 4 January 2025 to 19 January 2025. https://www.themuni.co.uk/

10 January 2025 to 19 January 2025
PETER PAN
Burnley Mechanics, Manchester Road, Burnley
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 that only pantomime can provide. Various times & prices. 10 January 2025 to 19 January 2025. https://blcgroup.co.uk/

15 January 2025 to 18 January 2025
Something To Hide
Preston Playhouse, Market Street West, Preston
A 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. 15 January 2025 to 18 January 2025. https://www.prestonplayhouse.co.uk/

25 January 2025
Jason Manford: A Manford All Seasons
The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street, Halifax
Jason 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). £37.25. 7:30 pm. https://www.victoriatheatre.co.uk/

27 January 2025 to 1 February 2025
Mindgame
Keighley Playhouse, Devonshire Street, Keighley
The 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. 27 January 2025 to 1 February 2025. http://www.keighleyplayhouse.co.uk/

31 January 2025
BUT DADDY I LOVE HER
The Dukes, Moor Lane, Lancaster
Sophie Duker is back! The Taskmaster champ is back on tour and dealing with her (sugar) daddy issues in a hilarious new stand-up show. £18.50. 8:00 pm. https://dukeslancaster.org/

7 February 2025
Giovanni: The Last Dance
The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street, Halifax
The 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. 7:30 pm. https://www.victoriatheatre.co.uk/

28 February 2025 to 1 March 2025
Do I Love You ?
St. George’s Hall , Bradford
Join 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. £26.75. 28 February 2025 to 1 March 2025. www.bradford-theatres.co.uk

14 March 2025
Justin Moorhouse – The Greatest Performance of My Life
Darwen Library Theatre, Knott Street, Darwen
After 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. £17.50. 7:30 pm. bwdvenues.com

21 March 2025
Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny
St. George’s Hall , Bradford
If 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. £37.75. 7:00 pm. www.bradford-theatres.co.uk

12 April 2025
Far from the Madding Crowd
Darwen Library Theatre, Knott Street, Darwen
Capricious, 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? £21.50. 7:30 pm. bwdvenues.com

29 April 2025 to 3 May 2025
An Inspector Calls
The Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street, Bradford
Stephen 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. 29 April 2025 to 3 May 2025. https://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/