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Pantomimes and Christmas Shows 2009 / 2010
Pantomimes, Family Musicals and Ice Shows taking place around the UK Christmas 2009 and New Year: (Please note details and casting are subject to change).
See also - Ice Skating Rinks in London and around the UK during the Christmas and New Year holidays
| Blackpool | Mooky Doolittle Christmas Circus Pantomime Family Show Saturday 28 November 2009 to Sunday 17 January 2010 Blackpool Tower, Blackpool, FY1 4BJ Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online The Tower's Circus Pantomime is always one of the hottest tickets in Town and you need to book early to guarantee your seats. This year's show features Mooky the Clown along with award-winning Circus Artistes. Like last year, the show is directed and produced by Laci Endresz Snr. |
| Birmingham | The Nutcracker - The Birmingham Royal Ballet Ballet Friday 27 November to Sunday 13 December 2009 Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre, Hurst Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B5 4TB Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online At Clara’s family's Christmas party, mysterious things start to happen and later that evening she begins a journey to a magical land. Magical scenery, including an amazing transformation and a giant flying snow goose. Undoubtedly the best production of The Nutcracker in the UK. The perfect ballet to become part of your Christmas tradition. |
| Birmingham | Sleeping Beauty Panto Saturday 19 December 2009 to Sunday 31 January 2010 Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre, Hurst Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B5 4TB Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Joe Pasquale returns triumphantly to the Birmingham Hippodrome stage for the third time to star as 'Muddles' in the pantomime Sleeping Beauty. Joining him will by Ray Quinn as 'The Prince', Lucy Evans as the 'Princess Beauty' and the wonderfully outrageous Ceri Dupree as 'Lady Passionella'. As well as stunning staging and sets, Sleeping Beauty will feature spectacular visual effects including brand-new, mind-blowing 3D technology. It will be without a doubt one of the most impressive pantomimes ever staged in Birmingham and one of the country's biggest pantos this Christmas! |
| Birmingham | Disney's High School Musical 2 Family Musical Tuesday 8 December 2009 to Saturday 2 January 2010 Alexandra Theatre, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B5 4DS Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online School's out and the East High Wildcats are diving into the enchanted world of Lava Springs Country Club. Sharpay vows to win Troy's heart this summer but will she be able to come between the basketball star and his true love, Gabriella? High School Musical 2 Live on Stage features all the much-loved characters and hit songs from the smash-hit movie, including What Time Is It, You Are The Music In Me and Fabulous as well as some awesome dancing and an amazing live band. Starring Liam Doyle, winner of GMTV's The Next Troy Bolton |
| Birmingham | Moscow State Circus Family Circus Thursday 10 December 2009 to Sunday 10 January 2010 Star City, William Brown Street, Birmingham B7 5SA Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online For times in our lives when we want to forget our troubles there is nothing better than to visit a live show. Just as with previous generations visiting the circus we continue to astound with split second timing and disciplines honed from years of rehearsal and practice. |
| Blackburn | Cinderella Pantomimes Thursday 10 December 2009 to Thursday 31 December 2009 King Georges Hall, Northgate, Blackburn, BB2 1AA Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online The enchanting tale of Cinderella. Once again the highly professional Stageworks Worldwide Productions will produce the magical King Georges Hall panto this year. This traditional family pantomime features Kevin Simm from Liberty X as 'Prince Charming', Phil Walker as 'Buttons' and Hannah Telford as 'Cinderella' along with Jamie Rae as 'Dandini', Scott Campbell and Bryan Reid as 'The Sisters', Kelda Dearden as the 'Fairy Godmother' and Dominic Gugliemetti as 'Baron Hard-up'. Cinderella the Pantomime is directed and choreographed by Antony Johns and written by Dougie Squires. |
| Blackburn | Chinese State Circus Circus Sunday 10 January 2010 to Tuesday 12 January 2010 King Georges Hall, Northgate, Blackburn, BB2 1AA Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online The Chinese State Circus brings their brand new spectacular show to the King Georges Hall in the New Year. The full cultural range of the Chinese State Circus is on view, the finest martial arts exponents of the famous Shaolin Temple, Olympians, Acrobats and especially composed music combine. The whole show is even narrated by one of the most famous characters in Chinese Folklore - the Monkey King. For the first time artists have been selected from China’s leading acrobatic troupe. Including back-flipping acrobats spiralling through rotating hoops and a dizzying succession of an array of beautiful plate spinning oriental divas. |
| Brighton | Holiday On Ice 2010 - Spirit Family Ice Show Thursday 7 to Sunday 24 January 2010 The Brighton Centre, Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 2GR Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online A voyage from East to West - An exhilarating fusion of fire, earth and water is the theme of the sensational new Holiday on Ice production, Spirit. Celebrated artistic Director Robin Cousins MBE and choreographer Karen Kresge have co-produced a cultural extravaganza of inspirational ice skating, combining the natural beauty of the four elements with global traditions and modern rhythms. A voyage from east to west, world-class ice skates glide from sunrise to nightfall, recreating the ethnic splendour of Asian Culture, the ancient mysticism of Stonehenge and the tribal gatherings of Native American Indians. |
| Bristol | Lord Of The Dance Family Show Tuesday 1 to Friday 11 December 2009 Bristol Hippodrome, St. Augustines Parade, Bristol, BS1 4UZ Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Already seen by over 50 million people in 40 different countries, The Lord of the Dance comes to the Bristol Hippodrome Theatre for a strictly limited run this December. Much of the secret to Lord of the Dance's phenomenal success is that it speaks to all, crossing boundaries of age, gender, and cultural diversity. Its timeless, universal appeal has made Lord of the Dance one of the modern day wonders of the world, a myth to a living legend. |
| Bristol | Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Pantomimes Friday 11 December 2009 to Sunday 10 January 2010 Bristol Hippodrome, St. Augustines Parade, Bristol, BS1 4UZ Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Mirror, mirror on the wall – which is the most spectacular panto of them all? Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs at the Bristol Hippodrome this Christmas! Will Snow White meet her Prince Charming? Will the dwarfs overcome the Wicked Queen's magic spells? All will be revealed this Christmas so book your tickets now and be taken on a magical pantomime adventure. Snow White has a hilarious script, sparkling sets, lavish costumes, romance, comedy and bags of audience participation. With big song and dance numbers and a magic mirror full of surprises, Snow White is sure to delight the whole family. Featuring Kara Tointon (Eastenders) as 'Snow White', Joe Swash (Eastenders, I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here) as 'The Prince' and the hilarious comic Andy Ford as 'Muddles'. |
| Bristol | Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Family Musical Wednesday 13 to Saturday 30 January 2010 Bristol Hippodrome, St. Augustines Parade, Bristol, BS1 4UZ Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online The most fantasmagorical stage musical in the history of everything, hits the road in top gear in a brand new high flying tour that comes to Bristol in the New Year. With a cast orchestra and crew of 100 (including ten dogs), sensational sets and stunning special effects, this action-packed adventure is the story of the magical car, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Eccentric inventor Caractacus Potts, and his two children Jeremy and Jemima, alongside Truly Scrumptious and Grandpa Potts, all try and outwit the dastardly Baron and the famously evil Childcatcher. |
| Castle Hedingham | Santa Special at Colne Valley Railway Heritage Railway Family Christmas Trip Sunday 6 December to Wednesday 23 December 2009 Colne Valley Railway, Yeldham Road, Castle Hedingham, Essex, CO9 3DZ Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Join our Special train as it gently steams along our one mile of line (2 round trips) whilst Santa delivers a present to every child on the train. Each trip last approximatley 50 minutes. Complimentary Coffee or Hot Punch and a hot Mince Pie for every adult in our Mail Coach. Hot and cold refreshments available from the Sidings buffet. Trips on Sunday 6, Saturday 12, Sunday 13, Saturday 19, Sunday 20, Tuesday 22, Wednesday 23 December 2009 |
| Darwen | The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Christmas Show Friday 11 to Thursday 24 December 2010 Darwen Library Theatre, Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, BB3 3BU Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Come and join Dorothy and her faithful companion Toto on their fantastic journey to the wonderful land of Oz and discover the colourful characters that they meet along the way - the tree chopping Tin Man, the scaredy cat Lion, the Scarecrow, the Wonderful Wizard and the Wicked Witch all play their part in this enchanting heart warming tale. Follow the yellow brick Road to the Darwen Library Theatre for a Panto-style fun-filled family Christmas show. |
| Didcot | Day Out with Thomas at Didcot Railway Centre Heritage Railway Family Christmas Trip Saturday 5 December to Wednesday 23 December 2009 Didcot Railway Centre, Didcot Oxon, Didcot, OX11 7NJ Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Meet The Fat Controller, enjoy children’s entertainment, visit Father Christmas in his Grotto with presents for the children. Trips on Saturday 5, Sunday 6, Saturday 12, Sunday 13, Saturday 19, Sunday 20, Tuesday 22 and Wednesday 23 December 2009 |
| Dublin | Jack and the Beanstalk Pantomime Sunday 29 November 2009 to Sunday 31 January 2010 Gaiety Theatre, South King Street, Dublin 2, IE Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online The much-loved traditional pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk returns to The Gaiety Theatre this Christmas. Join Jack and his beanstalk on a giant adventure, where Jack must outwit and outrun the giant. When Jack swaps his Cow for some magic beans, they grow into an enormous magic beanstalk. Can Jack climb the beanstalk, save the lovely Princess from the giant and escape with all his arms and legs? Come along and follow Jack up the beanstalk to find out! This classic tale will capture children's interest and spark their imagination. |
| Dublin | Robin Hood Pantomime Friday 18 December 2009 to Tuesday 5 January 2010 Olympia Theatre, 72 Dame Street, Dublin 2, IE Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online |
| Dumfries | Singing Kettle - Christmas Pyjama Party Children's Show Wednesday 30 and Thursday 31 December 2009 DG One Leisure Complex, Hoods Loaning, Dumfries, DG1 2HT Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online The Singing Kettle’s Cilla, Artie, Gary and Kevin are having a pyjama party for Christmas and you are all invited! With lots of 'kettle openings' full of surprises, a clock that springs to life when anyone falls asleep along with amazing costumes, this Christmas Pyjama Party will be heaps of fun. It’s the perfect treat to get everyone in the festive spirit. |
| Dunfermline | Puss In Boots ? Wednesday 9 to Saturday 12 December 2009 Alhambra Theatre, 35 Canmore Street, Dunfermline, KY12 7NX Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online |
| Edinburgh | We Will Rock You Family Musical Wednesday 4 November 2009 to Saturday 9 January 2010 Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, 18-22 Greenside Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3AA Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Since 2002 over 10 million theatregoers world-wide have thrilled to this awe-inspirng production. With 24 of Queen's biggest hits delivered in a show that boasts the scale and spectacle that marked the band's legendary live performances, this theatrical phenomenon is not to be missed this Christmas at the Edinburgh Playhouse! The cast features exCoronation Street star Kevin Kennedy, Darren Day, X Factor finalists Brenda Edwards, actress Georgina Hagen, most recently seen in ITV's Britannia High, and I'd Do Anything reality show contestant Ashley Russell. Featuring Radio Ga Ga; I Want To Break Free;;Somebody to Love; Killer Queen; Bohemian Rhapsody; We Are the Champions; and, of course, We Will Rock You |
| Edinburgh | The Sound of Music Family Musical Tuesday 19 January to Saturday 20 February 2010 Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, 18-22 Greenside Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3AA Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online The world's best-loved musical, The Sound of Music, opens at the Edinburgh in January 2010. Connie Fisher, who returns as 'Maria', will be joined by two of the West End's favourite stage performers: Michael Praed as 'Captain von Trapp' and direct from the West End production, Maggie Preece as 'Mother Abbess'. West End star Kirsty Malpass will play 'Maria' at certain performances. This lavish and critically acclaimed production comes direct from the London Palladium and tells the uplifting true story of the Von Trapp family's flight across the mountains. With its unforgettable score and some of the most memorable songs ever performed n stage including My Favourite Things; Do-Re-Mi; Clim Ev'ry Mountain; The Lonely Goatherd; Sixteen Going on Seventeen; and of course the glorious title song, The Sound of Music, it's the perfect family treat! Although the producers of The Sound of Music cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist, Connie Fisher is expected to perform at all performances excluding Monday evening and Wednesday matinee, subject always to illness and holidays |
| Felixstowe | Beauty and the Beast Panto Thursday 3 to Sunday 6 December 2009 Spa Pavilion, Undercliff Road West, Felixstowe, Suffolk, IP11 2DX Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Felixstowe Musical Theatre present Beauty and the Beast, a traditional pantomime by James Haywood and Lynne Mortimer. |
| Felixstowe | Jack and the Beanstalk Panto Saturday 19 December 2009 to Sunday 3 January 2010 Spa Pavilion, Undercliff Road West, Felixstowe, Suffolk, IP11 2DX Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Dennis Lowe Theatre Company's 44th Truly Traditional Family Pantomime at the Spa Pavilion is Jack and The Beanstalk featuring favourite local performers. One of the most popular pantos ever, Jack and The Beanstalk promises to be an enchanting and magical show for all the family, with a story that kids know and love. Produced by Sylvia Lowe and revised, choreographed and directed by Suzanne Lowe, you can be sure of a spectacular show that will be packed full of traditional panto fun - Oh yes it will! - great songs, hilarious comedy and dazzling dance. |
| Folkestone | Cinderella Pantomime Friday 18 December 2009 to Saturday 16 January 2010 Leas Cliff Hall, The Leas, Folkestone, CT20 2DZ Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Folkestone’s very own professional theatre company launches another spectacular family Christmas pantomime for 2009. Following from the success of Dick Whittington in 2008, The Community Theatre Project return to perform the year's biggest and best traditional Family Pantomime, Cinderella. With over 120 local children, 8 dancers choreographed by the talented Laura Brickell, over 300 costumes, spectacular sets including moving horses and coaches, and lots of audience participation... Cinderella promises to delight audiences young and old. Claire Coultry returns from a National Tour of children’s TV favourite, Lazy Town, to play the wonderful 'Cinderella'. Directed by Bob Osborne and produced Neil Hunnisett. |
| Glasgow | Disney's Beauty and the Beast Family Musical Tuesday 8 December 2009 to Saturday 2 January 2010 Clyde Auditorium, Finnieston Street, Glasgow G3 8YW Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Seen by over 25 million people, one of the biggest musicals of all time brings to life the beloved 'tale as old as time' with a burst of theatrical magic. And now the magic of this spectacularly staged smash-hit musical is coming to Glasgow this Christmas. Be our guest and bring the family this Christmas to experience the enchantment of an unforgettable performance of Disney’s classic musical! |
| Glasgow | The Singing Kettle - Christmas Pyjama Party Children's Show Thursday 10 to Sunday 13 December 2009 Braehead Arena, Braehead Shopping Centre, Kings Inch Road, Glasgow, PA4 8XF Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online The Singing Kettle’s Cilla, Artie, Gary and Kevin are having a pyjama party for Christmas and you are all invited! With lots of 'kettle openings' full of surprises, a clock that springs to life when anyone falls asleep along with amazing costumes, this Christmas Pyjama Party will be heaps of fun. It’s the perfect treat to get everyone in the festive spirit. |
| Grimsby | Jack and the Beanstalk Pantomime Thursday 10 December 2009 to Sunday 3 January 2010 Grimsby Auditorium, Cromwell Road, Grimsby, DN31 2BH Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online The One and Only Chesney Hawkes is to star in the title role in Jack and the Beanstalk at the Grimsby Auditorium this Christmas. Join Chesney, his beloved cow, a handful of magic beans and some guarded treasure on an exciting adventure to the top of a towering magical beanstalk! Staged by Pele Productions, this panto promises to be a sure hit with an exciting plot, lavish costumes, stunning sets, energetic dance routines and modern pop songs to sing along to and the usual slapstick comedy and laughs. The star Chesney Hawkes shot to fame in 1991 when he starred in the film 'Buddy's Song' alongside Roger Daltrey and Michael Elphick. The soundtrack featured 'The One and Only,' a song which catapulted Chesney to the top of the charts and kept him among the best-sellers for almost four months. |
| Hastings | Aladdin Pantomime Friday 11 December 2009 to Sunday 3 January 2010 The White Rock Theatre, White Rock, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1JX Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online This year's pantomime at the White Rock Theatre is the Christmas cracker Aladdin, full of eastern promise and magical adventure. Following last year's record-breaking and hugely popular production of Peter Pan, this will be another dazzling fairytale guaranteed to melt everyone's heart. Starring Leslie Grantham ('Dirty Den' in EastEnders) as 'Abanazar' with Neil Brennan as 'Genie of the Lamp' and Neil Toon as 'Aladdin'. |
| Irvine | The Singing Kettle - Christmas Pyjama Party Children's Show Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December 2009 Magnum Theatre, Magnum Leisure Centre, the Harbour, Irvine, KA12 8PP Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online The Singing Kettle’s Cilla, Artie, Gary and Kevin are having a pyjama party for Christmas and you are all invited! With lots of 'kettle openings' full of surprises, a clock that springs to life when anyone falls asleep along with amazing costumes, this Christmas Pyjama Party will be heaps of fun. It’s the perfect treat to get everyone in the festive spirit. |
| Kilmarnock | Sleeping Beauty Panto Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December 2009 Palace Theatre Kilmarnock, Kilmarnock, KA1 3BN Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Continuing the tradition of spectacular family panto at the Palace, this Christmas Imagine Theatre is delighted to present one of the best loved pantomimes around, Sleeping Beauty, an enchanting mix of music, magic, adventure and pantomime fun. Sleeping Beauty is the tale of a beautiful Princess who is cursed at her Christening by the wicked Fairy Carabosse, which means that on her 18th birthday she will prick her finger on a spinning wheel and die. The good Fairy Azurial offers some hope, she changes the spell to ensure that the Princess won’t die, merely fall into an enchanted sleep for 100 years from which she will wake if kissed by the one she loves. Join Nurse Nanny Nora, Josh the Jester and the dashing Prince Valiant as they battle with dragons and time machines to ensure that the Prince is ready to wake the sleeping princess on time! Join us for this sparkling production with all the usual pantomime ingredients – spectacular scenery and sparkling costumes, corny jokes, hilarious slapstick and bags of audience participation. |
| Liverpool | Scrooge the Musical Pantomime Monday 23 to Saturday 28 November 2009 Liverpool Empire Theatre, Lime Street, Liverpool, Merseyside L1 1JE Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online The ideal winter treat, Scrooge, starring Tommy Steele, is a heartwarming family story with stunning sets and costumes, specially created illusions by magician Paul Kieve (acclaimed for the mahic effects in the Harry Potter films) and a fantastic musical score which features the Oscar nominated hit 'Thank You Very Much'. Director Bob Tomson's and designer Paul Farnsworth's production has gained vast critical acclaim and played to sell-out audiences all over the world. Don't miss Ebenezer, Bob Cratchit, Tiny Tim, the gosts of Christmas past, present and future and a whole host of dickensian characters in the award winning, international smash hit musical Scrooge. |
| Liverpool | Never Forget Musical Tuesday 1 to Saturday 5 December 2009 Liverpool Empire Theatre, Lime Street, Liverpool, Merseyside L1 1JE Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online The hit musical with the songs of Take That. Direct from its acclaimed West End run, this spectaculr musical is bursting with life, laughs and the great songs of Take That including the chart-topping smashes Relight My Fire, Pray, Back For Good, Babe and, of course, Never Forget. Join the ride of a lifetime as Ash and his mates take a roller coaster journey of fame, fortune and friendship on the way to realizing their dreams. Could it be magic? Yes, it could! |
| Liverpool | Cinderella Pantomime Friday 11 December 2009 to Sunday 3 January 2010 Liverpool Empire Theatre, Lime Street, Liverpool, Merseyside L1 1JE Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Pantomime returns to the Liverpool Empire from First Family Entertainment, the company that brought the hugely successful Cinderella to Liverpool last Christmas. Peter Pan, the show about the little boy who wouldn't grow up, tells the tale of the Darling children and their adventure of a lifetime in Neverland: a fantasy island filled with swashbuckling pirates, faires, fantastic creatures and a traditional story all the family will love. |
| Liverpool | Whistle Down the Wind Family Musical Wednesday 20 to Saturday 30 January 2010 Liverpool Empire Theatre, Lime Street, Liverpool, Merseyside L1 1JE Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Bill Kenwright's critically acclaimed production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Jim Steinman’s Whistle Down the Wind is set to thrill audiences once again in a new National Tour. An extraordinary and uplifting tale about the transforming power of love, Whistle Down the Wind is based on the beloved sixties film and features numerous multi-award-winning songs, including Boyzone’s international hit No Matter What. Truly inspiring, Whistle Down the Wind shows how powerful love can be when the innocence of childhood collides with the cynicism of the adult world. In a stunning combination of multi-award-winning songs, powerful all new staging and epic storytelling, Whistle Down the Wind is a record breaking theatrical sensation that is both mesmerizing and moving. |
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London West End | West End Family Musicals Grease the Musical at the Piccadilly Theatre Hairspray at the Shaftesbury Theatre Legally Blonde at the Savoy Theatre The Lion King at the Lyceum Theatre Mamma Mia! at the Prince of Wales Theatre Oliver! at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane Stomp at the Ambassadors Theatre Wicked the Musical at the Apollo Theatre, Victoria |
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London West End | West End Christmas Ballet and Dance Shows The Snowman: 2 December 2009 to 10 January 2010 at the Peacock Theatre Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake: 10 Dec 2009 to 24 Jan 2010 at Sadler's Wells Theatre The Nutcracker (The Royal Ballet): 26 Nov 2009 to 1 Jan 2010 at Royal Opera House Sleeping Beauty (The Royal Ballet): 23 Oct 2009 to 23 Jan 2010 at Royal Opera House Tales of Beatrix Potter/Les Patineurs (Royal Ballet): 14 Dec to 13 Jan Royal Opera House The Nutcracker (English National Ballet): 16 Dec 2009 to 3 Jan 2010 at London Coliseum The Snow Queen (English National Ballet): 8 to 17 January 2010 at the London Coliseum Giselle (English National Ballet): 20 to 23 January 2010 at the London Coliseum |
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London Edmonton | Aladdin Panto Thursday 26 November 2008 to Sunday 3 January 2010 Millfield Theatre, Silver Street, London, N18 1PJ Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Millfield Arts Centre is pleased to announce its tradional Christmas pantomime this year is Aladdin! So hop on your magic carpet and fly on down to Millfield this Christmas, for the most magical family pantomime in London. With Neal Wright as 'Widow Twankey', Neal Andrews as 'Aladdin', Caroline Koutsoudes as 'Princess Jasmine', Joshua Bancel as 'The Emperor', Ross Mullan as 'Abanazer' and Ben Redfern as 'Wishee Washee'. So sharpen your chopsticks, get the dirty linen aired for the Chinese laundry and prepare your three wishes for the Genie, as this years Aladdin takes you on a magical Millfield journey. |
| London | Chinese State Circus Family Circus Wednesday 16 December 2009 to Saturday 26 December 2009 Blackheath Common, Shooters Hill Road, Blackheath, London, SE3 7AS Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online The Chinese State Circus is internationally recognised as the benchmark for acrobatic achievement and innovation. They not only develop and reform the art itself, but also draw on the experience and elements of other disciplines. |
| Manchester | Aladdin Pantomime Saturday 5 December 2009 to Sunday 3 January 2009 Manchester Opera House, Quay Street, Manchester, Lancashire M3 3HP Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Aladdin, the most mystical pantomime of all, flies in on a magic carpet this Christmas to the Opera House. Aladdin will be doing all he can to win the heart of the beautiful Princess, but the evil Abanazar will be trying to thwart his plans. With all your favourite characters including Wishee Washee, the Emperor, Chinese Policeman and of course the ultimate pantomime dame - Widow Twankey! Providing all that is expected of a Manchester pantomime, glittering sets and costumes, amazing song and dance routines, romance, comedy, bags of audience participation, a magic carpet and the most important ingredient of all – a sprinkling of pantomime magic. Gray O'Brien (Tony Gordon in Coronation Street) as the baddie along with Eric Potts (Diggory Compton in Coronation Street) as 'Widow Twankey' |
| Manchester | The Sound of Music Family Musical Tuesday 15 December 2009 to Saturday 16 January 2010 Manchester Palace Theatre, Oxford Street, Manchester, M1 6FT Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Connie Fisher returns as 'Maria' in the world's best-loved musical, The Sound of Music this Christmas. This lavish and critically acclaimed production, direct from the London Palladium, tells the story of the Von Trapp family's flight across the mountains and works its magic once again, for young and old alike. With its unforgettable score that includes some of the most memorable songs ever performed on the musical stage including My Favorite Things, Do-Re-Mi, Climb Ev'ry Mountain, The Lonely Goatherd, and of course the glorious title song The Sound of Music, it's the perfect family treat! Although the producers of The Sound of Music cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist, Connie Fisher is expected to perform at all performances excluding Mondays, Tue 22 Dec 2.30pm, Wed 16 Dec 2.30pm, Wed 6 and 13 Jan 2.30pm, Wed 30 Dec 7.30pm, and Thu 17 Dec 7.30pm, subject always to illness and holidays. |
| Manchester | Les Miserables Musical Tuesday 19 January 2010 to Saturday 13 February 2010 Manchester Palace Theatre, Oxford Street, Manchester, M1 6FT Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online This international award-winning musical sweeps its audience through an epic tale of passion and destruction, against the backdrop of a nation in the grip of revolution. Seen by more than 55 million people worldwide in 40 countries and in 21 languages, this spectacular adaptation of Victor Hugo's masterpiece continues to thrill audiences night after night. The magnificent score of Les Misérables includes the songs, I Dreamed a Dream, On My Own, Bring Him Home, Do You Hear the People Sing, One Day More, Empty Chairs at Empty Tables, Master Of The House and many more. |
| Newcastle | Aladdin Pantomime Friday 11 December 2008 to Saturday 9 January 2009 Tyne Theatre Newcastle (Formerly Opera House), Westgate Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK NE1 4AG Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online This year's Christmas production is the ever-popular panto Aladdin - magical tale od madcap mayhem and family fun. Starring Frazer Hines as 'Wishee Washee', Brendan Healy as 'Abanazar', Maxie & Mitch and 'Ping' and 'Pong', Kevin O'Keefe as 'Widow Twankey' and Catherine MacCabe as 'The Princess'. |
| Northallerton | Santa Special at Wensleydale Railway Heritage Railway Family Christmas Trip Saturday 5 to Thursday 24 December 2009 Wensleydale Railway, Leeming Bar Station, Leases Road, Leeming Bar, Northallerton, North Yorkshire DL7 9AR Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Meet Santa on his magical train. A present for every child, mulled wine and a mince pie for adults. Trips on Saturday 5, Sunday 6, Saturday 12, Sunday 13, Saturday 19, Sunday 20, Monday 21, Tuesday 22, Wednesday 23 and Thursday 24 December 2009 |
| Oxford | Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Musical Tuesday 8 December 2008 to Saturday 2 January 2009 New Theatre Oxford, George Street, Oxford, OX1 2AG Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online The most fantasmagorical stage musical in the history of everything, hits the road in top gear in a brand new high flying tour that comes to Oxford this Christmas. With a cast orchestra and crew of 100 (including ten dogs), sensational sets and stunning special effects, this action-packed adventure is the story of the magical car, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Eccentric inventor Caractacus Potts, and his two children Jeremy and Jemima, alongside Truly Scrumptious and Grandpa Potts, all try and outwit the dastardly Baron and the famously evil Childcatcher. |
| Ripley | Santa Special Trains at Midland Railway Heritage Railway Family Christmas Trip Thursday 3 December to Thursday 24 December 2009 Midland Railway, Butterley Station, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 3QZ Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online During the Christmas period Midland Railway run Santa Specials for all the family. Santa's grotto is on the train and the children will meet Santa during the train ride. There is a quality gift for every child. Every adult will receive a mince pie and a miniature bottle of spirits. The Pinxton puppets put on a show in a heated marquee. On Christmas Eve the trains will run with an extra Magic of Christmas theme. There will be additional entertainment including an all day Christmas Disco in the marquee at Butterley Station. Trips on Thursday 3, Saturday 5, Sunday 6, Thursday 10, Saturday 12, Sunday 13, Thursday 17, Saturday 19, Sunday 20, Tuesday 22, Wednesday 23 and Thursday 24 December 2009 |
| Salford | White Christmas Family Musical Friday 27 November 2009 to Saturday 9 January 2010 The Lowry (Lyric Theatre), Pier 8, Salford Quays, Manchester, M50 3AZ Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Brimming with classic Irving Berlin hits like Let It Snow, Happy Holiday, Sisters and of course the unforgettable title song White Christmas, it tells the story of two buddies putting on a show in a magical Vermont inn, and finding their perfect mates in the process. A multi-million pound production which has won local and national acclaim, this delightful musical is as fresh and rare as newly fallen snow. With an ensemble of over 30 and a dynamic 17-piece orchestra, this spectacular musical is full of tap dancing, laughter and some of the greatest songs ever written. Irving Berlin’s White Christmas promises to be a merry and bright theatrical experience for the whole family. This spectacular stage musical stars Aled Jones as 'Bob Wallace' with Adam Cooper as 'Phil Davis', Suzanne Shaw as 'Judy Haynes', Rachel Stanley as 'Betty Haynes', Tony Award-winning actor Roy Dotrice (OBE) as 'General Waverly' and Louise Plowright as 'Martha Watson'. |
| Salford | 'Allo 'Allo! Comedy Tuesday 22 December 2009 to Saturday 16 January 2010 The Lowry (Quays Theatre), Pier 8, Salford Quays, Manchester, M50 3AZ Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Penned by the original writers Dick Clement and Ian La Frenais, the same fabulous team who brought Auf Wiedersehn Pet to our screens, this hilarious new play features all your favourite characters from the original series in this first ever professional stage adaptation of the BBC's hit comedy Porridge. So prepare for laughs-a-plenty as Fletch, Godber and the other inmates of Slade Prison take on the system under the nose of the ever suspicious Mr Mackay in what promises to be a sure-fire comic festive treat for the whole family. |
| Shackerstone | Santa's Christmas Special Heritage Train Saturday 28 November to Thursday 24 December 2009 Battlefield Line Railway, Shackerstone Station, Shackerstone, Leicestershire, CV13 6NW Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online All aboard! Come along and join us for a Special Christmas Festive Experience. Santa travels on the train in his own special train coach where children can visit him in his grotto to receive their present. Adults are served with a glass of Wine / Sherry or Orange Juice and a hot mince pie. Children are served with Apple and Orange Juice and a festive Biscuit. All passengers will be entertained on their way to Shenton. All trains depart from a lovingly restored Leicestershire station at Shackerstone. Visitors need to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to their train departure as the trains will depart on time and there is no guarantee seats will available on the next train. |
| Southport | Jack and the Beanstalk Pantomime Thursday 10 December 2009 to Sunday 3 January 2010 Southport Theatre and Hall Complex, Southport, Merseyside, PR9 0DZ Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online The Trott family are in trouble! Dame Trott's behind with the rent and her two sons need to make some money...and fast! When Jacks goes to sell his beloved cow, all he can get is a measly bag of beans, so our hapless hero is soon in the doghouse. But these are no ordinary beans! When a giant beanstalk appears in the back garden, Jack realises his extraordinary adventures are just about to begin.... This lavish production promises fabulous dance routines, side splitting comedy, stunning scenery and lots of audience participation. Book early to ensure the best available seats! |
| Southport | Moscow State Circus Pantomime Friday 22 to Sunday 24 January 2010 Southport Theatre and Hall Complex, Southport, Merseyside, PR9 0DZ Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online |
| Sunderland | Sound of Music Family Musical Tuesday 17 November 2009 to Saturday 5 December 2009 Sunderland Empire, High Street West, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR1 3EX Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online The world's best-loved musical, The Sound of Music, comes to Sunderland in the run up to Christmas. Connie Fisher, who returns as 'Maria', will be joined by two of the West End's favourite stage performers: Michael Praed as 'Captain von Trapp' and direct from the West End production, Maggie Preece as 'Mother Abbess'. West End star Kirsty Malpass will play 'Maria' at certain performances. This lavish and critically acclaimed production comes direct from the London Palladium and tells the uplifting true story of the Von Trapp family's flight across the mountains. With its unforgettable score and some of the most memorable songs ever performed n stage including My Favourite Things; Do-Re-Mi; Clim Ev'ry Mountain; The Lonely Goatherd; Sixteen Going on Seventeen; and of course the glorious title song, The Sound of Music, it's the perfect family treat! Although the producers of The Sound of Music cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist, Connie Fisher is expected to perform at all performances excluding Monday evening and Wednesday matinee, subject always to illness and holidays |
| Sunderland | Peter Pan Pantomime Friday 11 December 2009 to Sunday 3 January 2010 Sunderland Empire, High Street West, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR1 3EX Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Join Peter, Wendy and the Lost Boys on a fantasy adventure to Neverland. Filled with swashbuckling pirates, fairies and fantastic creatures, Peter Pan guarantees the perfect family Christmas extravaganza! John Challis, otherwise known as the hilarious 'Boycie' in the classic BBC sitcom Only Fools & Horses, stars as the villianous 'Captain Hook'. Joining him will be a superbly talented North East cast including Emmerdale heartthrob and Sunderland born James Baxter in the lead role of 'Peter Pan', Steve Walls plays 'Smee' and panto dame veteran Steve Luck as 'The Dame'. |
| Telford | Santa Special at Telford Steam Railway Heritage Railway Family Christmas Trip Saturday 5 December to Sunday 20 December 2009 Telford Steam Railway, Bridge Road, Horsehay, Telford, TF4 2NG Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Ride the steam train to visit Santa in his grotto. Ticket includes present or adult refreshment. Trips on Saturday 5, Sunday 6, Saturday 12, Sunday 13, Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 December 2009 |
| Torquay | Cinderella Pantomime Thursday 17 December 2009 to Sunday 3 January 2010 Princess Theatre, Torbay Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5EZ Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online This years family Pantomime at The Princess Theatre, Torquay is Cinderella... Take 1 Handsome Prince and 1 beautiful, kind and innocent girl, combine with 2 ugly step sisters, the worst in the world. Sprinkle in the star dust of 1 Fairy Godmother and add a generous helping of Buttons. Whisk until light and fluffy. |
| Tunbridge Wells | Kidnapped Santa Claus Pantomime Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December 2009 Trinity Theatre, Church Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN1 1JP Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Christmas time can be hectic for anyone, but especially for Santa and his elves. Imagine the consequences when the neighbouring naughty sprites kidnap old Saint Nic as he flies off to deliver the presents! It’ll be up to Mrs Claus and her helpers to join forces with the Ice Queen and lead a rescue! Join our cast of colourful Christmas characters for this charming fairy-tale set to festive music and incorporating puppets, projection and, possibly, a little audience interaction... Oh yes there is! A new adaptation by Lawrence Brown of the classic tale of fun-filled rescue and reconciliation by L. Frank Baum, the writer of The Wizard Of Oz. For children aged 4 and over and their families |
| Tunbridge Wells | Christmas Carol Pantomime Friday 18 December 2009 to Sunday 3 January 2010 Trinity Theatre, Church Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN1 1JP Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Ebenezer’s cash box is as firmly locked as his heart – until one snowbound Christmas Eve when the clocks stop, things begin to go bump in the night and his life is changed forever by a journey through time that is often hilarious and sometimes just a little bit scary... This year Trinity is delighted to bring you a truly authentic telling of Charles Dickens’ classic. Neil Bartlett’s adaptation uses Dickens’ words, and nothing but, in this fast-moving and superbly theatrical version “in many scenes and several songs”. Ideal entertainment for children aged seven and over and their families, this promises to be an engaging production staged in magical style. |
| York | Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Pantomime Friday 11 December 2009 to Sunday 3 January 2010 Grand Opera House York, Cumberland Street, York, YO1 9SW Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online This magical fairy tale features all the great pantomime ingredients; a beautiful princess trying to escape the clutches of a wicked queen and a handsome prince who comes to her rescue. Plus of course bucket loads of songs, dances and lots of fun and laughter. The perfect festive treat for the whole family, book now to get the best seats! The show stars Lynne McGranger (Irene from Home & Away) as 'The Wicked Queen', Michelle Hardwick (Lizzie from The Royal) as 'Snow White' and Mark Griffin (Gladiators Trojan) as 'The Prince'. |
| Whitley Bay | Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Family Musical Tuesday 1 to Sunday 13 December 2009 Playhouse, Whitley Bay, Marine Avenue, Whitley Bay, NE26 1LZ Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Retelling the Biblical story of Jacob’s favourite son, Joseph, his eleven brothers and the coat of many colours, Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sparkling family musical is full of unforgettable songs including Close Ev’ry Door To Me, One More Angel and Any Dream Will Do which was voted the Broadway Song of the Year. |
| Whitley Bay | Jack and the Beanstalk Panto Saturday 19 December 2009 to Sunday 3 January 2010 Playhouse, Whitley Bay, Marine Avenue, Whitley Bay, NE26 1LZ Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Starring Father Kieron Hobbs from Hollyoaks as 'Jack' and Damar Martin ('Destroyer' from Sky 1's Gladiators) as 'Fleshcreep'. This classic fairy tale turned pantomime, features the hapless Jack, Jack's mother, their beloved cow, a handful of magic beans and a beanstalk with a very mean giant at the top of it! Fee, Fie, Foe, Fum - this is a perfect family treat this winter! |
| Whitley Bay | Sleeping Beauty Pantomimes Tuesday 12 to Saturday 16 January 2010 Playhouse, Whitley Bay, Marine Avenue, Whitley Bay, NE26 1LZ Buy Tickets: 0844 847 1722 or buy tickets online Presented by the Whitley Bay Pantomime Society |
