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Pantomime
History
In the United Kingdom, the word "Pantomime" means a form of entertainment, generally performed during the Christmas season. The first pantomime was performed at Lincoln's Inn Fields Theatre in 1714, and was called 'Harlequin Sorcerer'. It was John Rich an actor manager who gave pantomime its name.

 Most cities and towns throughout the UK have a form of Pantomime at this time of year. The origins of British Pantomime or "Panto" as it is known date back to the middle ages, taking on board the traditions of the Italian "Commedia dell’ Arte, the Italian night scenes and British Music hall to produce an intrinsic art form that constantly adapted to survive up to the present day.Pantomime has been attempted abroad, usually with a small amount of success. Not surprisingly it has proved popular in countries such as Canada, Australia and South Africa- recently a production of "Babes in the wood" ran at the Rainbow Seven Arts Theatre in Harare, Zimbabwe! In America this very British art form has fared less favourably, although in 1868 a production of "Humpty Dumpty" ran for over 1,200 performances at the Olympic Theatre, New York, making it the most successful Pantomime in American history.
The Subjects
Pantomime, as we know it today is a show predominantly aimed at children, based on a popular fairy tale or folk legend. The most popular subjects being "Cinderella", followed by "Aladdin", "Dick Whittington" and "Snow White". Other popular titles are "Jack & the Beanstalk", "Babes in the Wood",( usually combining the legend of Robin Hood) and "Sleeping Beauty". Rising in popularity is "Peter Pan", although purists would argue that this is not strictly a pantomime, but a children’s story, based on J.M Barrie’s play. "Peter Pan" first performed at the Duke of York’s Theatre, London in 1904 transferred successfully to America shortly afterwards. Today the story has had elements of Pantomime introduced, and is one of the highly popular Christmas shows around the British Isles.

Pantomime has become a thriving business in this country. Large theatres vie with each other for the subjects and "star" names that will attract full houses, and the pantomime can often run for six to eight weeks, providing much needed revenue to box offices up and down the country. Twenty years ago the average run of a pantomime could be from the week before Christmas up until the end of February, but today few theatres can sustain such a length of run. The exceptions recently being the Hippodrome Theatre, Birmingham, Mayflower Theatre, Southampton, and the Grand Theatre, Wolverhampton. 
The most popular titles are:

Aladdin (sometimes combined with Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves and/or other Arabian Nights tales. It can also be set in China rather than the Middle East)
Babes in the Wood
(often combined with Robin Hood)
Beauty and the Beast		 Robin Hood
Cinderella, the most popular of all pantomimes and first shown in 1870 in Covent Garden, London
Dick Whittington and His Cat,
 first staged as a pantomime in 1814, based on a 17th century play.
Goldilocks and the Three Bears
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Jack And The Beanstalk Jack and the Beanstalk (Sometimes including references to nursery rhymes and other children's stories involving characters called Jack, such as
Little Red Riding Hood

 Mother Goose

 Peter Pan

 Peter Pan
Puss in Boots

Robinson Crusoe

Sleeping Beauty
  Snow White

The Princess and the
Pea

 The Snow Queen

 Goody Two Shoes		 Snow White

The Impresarios
Pantomime giants, such as Qdos, present as many as thirty pantomimes in Great Britain, and several others abroad. During its long existence Pantomime has witnessed other panto impresarios, such as Augustus Harris, "Father of modern Pantomime" at the Drury Lane Theatre in the 1870’s. Harris, the manager of Drury Lane introduced the first stars of the popular Music Hall into his productions, and created the lavish productions that popularised the genre, forcing managements not just in London, but around the country to ensure that every town had at least one, if not two Pantomimes running every Christmas season.
Francis Laidler took on the mantle "King of Pantomimes" in the 1930’s, producing shows at the Alhambra Theatre, Bradford, which were then presented all over the country. The subjects on offer in the 1930’s and 1940’s included those now fallen from popularity. Titles like "Goody Two Shoes", "Humpty Dumpty" and "Red Riding Hood" have almost completely vanished today., while in recent times Pantomime has seen the gradual disappearance of titles like "Puss in boots", "Mother Goose" and "Robinson Crusoe". And who can forget the Littlers!

In the 1950’s and 1960’s the Pantomime crown rested upon the head of Derek Salberg, who created pantomimes from the Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham in the style and tradition that made them justifiably famous, along with producing managements such as Howard and Wyndham, and Emile Littler. In recent times companies such as Triumph and the impresario Paul Elliott have been the guiding force behind provincial pantomimes.  The cost of presenting a modern pantomime could be estimated at anything between £150,000 and over half a million pounds. These productions will be expected to tour for a number of years, and recoup their costs. This however is not an innovation. In 1827 the pantomimes staged at Covent Garden and Drury Lane cost up to £1,000 each.
Tradition

Pantomime has combined many elements of theatre throughout its existence, and by adapting it has survived. The element of "novelty" has always been to the forefront, as has its ability to encompass modern trends and topicality, within its structured framework. People talk about "traditional" pantomime, but to remain popular this form of theatre has had to keep its eye firmly on modern trends, and by weaving these into its format, remains one of the most popular forms of entertainment in this country. Elements that a pantomime should have, to be described as "Traditional" begin with a strong story line. The fable or fairy tale has to be well told, incorporating the all important elements of good battling against evil, and emerging triumphant. In this respect, the concept varies little from the medieval morality plays, performed on village greens. To this day "tradition" says that the Pantomime villain should be the first to enter, from the "dark side", stage left, followed by his adversary the good fairy from stage right. This echoes the tradition in medieval times when the entrances to heaven and hell were placed on these sides.
 Commedia Dell'Arte
Commedia Dell'Arte
The element of song and dance in Pantomime are very important. The influences of the Italian "Commedia dell’Arte" can be seen here. This form of entertainment traveled through Italy to France, where it became very popular. It consisted of a number of stock characters performing comic situations, with a highly visual content. The actors generally improvised their way through a plot involving characters such as Arlecchino, or Harlequin and his true love, Columbina or Columbine. Other stock characters were the over protective father, Pantaloon, who refused to allow the heroic Harlequin to seek his daughter’s affections. In various versions Pantaloon has a servant, Pulchinello, later to be known as Clown, and a soldier, an unsuitable suitor who seeks the hand of Columbine. Comic chases and tricks were employed to full effect. Although the character of "Pulchinello" has vanished from the Pantomime today, he still exists in this country as "Mr. Punch", the anti-heroic puppet, who along with his wife Judy can still be seen in seaside towns and parks entertaining children today.
  Italian Night Scenes

The difficulty with Commedia dell’Arte transferring from France to Great Britain was that, in the main, the actors did not speak English. The scenes from their continental shows had now to be mimed, and more emphasis was put on to singing and dancing. These shows evolved into what were known as "Italian Night Scenes", and became highly popular in this country, particularly at Drury Lane. The comic chases and "business" that emerged from these productions eventually became known as "Slapstick", still a very important element in modern Pantomimes.
   Slapstick

Slapstick

"Slapstick" takes its name from a device used in these early entertainments, and most especially from "Harlequinades", scenes that were later to develop from the "Night Scenes". Harlequin was considered to be a magical creation. He carried with him a sword, made of wood which alternated between being a weapon and a magic wand. This sword or bat had a hinged flap, which created a very loud "slapping" noise when used, generally to give a more theatrical effect when used to slap fellow actors. To this day a pantomime comic will insist on using the talents of a drummer in the orchestra pit to "point" his comic stage business of slaps, falls or trips.

The slapstick may also have had a secondary purpose. Harlequin, in these semi improvised scenes would be in control of the situation. He would know when the scenery should be changed, and it is believed he would "Clap" his slapstick to indicate that this should happen, in the form of an audible cue. This may well be the basis of the theatrical superstition that one should never clap backstage, for fear of bad luck, Since bringing heavy scenery down upon your head could be bad luck indeed!
Harlequinade
Harliquinade
By the early eighteenth century, the first use of the word "Pantomime" emerges. A "ballet-pantomime" was created, "The loves of Mars and Venus" in 1717, followed by "Harlequin Sorcerer", produced by John Rich, who under his stage name "Lun" played Harlequin. Rich was responsible for creating the first "Harlequinade.

Harlequinades were produced all year round at his Lincoln Inn Fields Theatre, and these became so popular that David Garrick at Drury Lane felt obliged to mount his own pantomime, the difference being that his Harlequin spoke the lines, with less emphasis on mime. By 1773 the Theatre Royal in Drury Lane presented the first pantomime story that has a direct descendant today, "Jack the Giant Killer". The Harlequinades continued to be played as short pieces put on after the main drama of the evening was concluded, as a sort of antidote to the tragedy.

With time these Harlequinades grew longer, and by 1781 with the creation of "Robinson Crusoe", the characters of Clown, Harlequin and Pantaloon were firmly established in their desert Island environment. "Aladdin and his wonderful Lamp" followed in 1788, followed by "Babes in the wood" and finally in 1804 "Cinderella" was created on stage.
The most famous of the pantomime clowns was Joseph Grimaldi, who made his first appearance in 1800, and such was his eminence that to this day clowns are called "Joeys" in his memory. His influence on these early pantomimes was immense. The public clamoured to see his performances at Sadlers Wells and Drury Lane, and left the Theatre singing the comic choruses of the songs he introduced. Pantomime had its first real star, and by this time the elements of comedy songs and slapstick were firmly rooted, as they have remained to this present day.
 Enter Grimaldi

Jo Grimaldi
Grimaldi also pioneered the next important element that a "Traditional" pantomime should have, the art of cross dressing- the Pantomime Dame. Amongst his roles were Queen Rondabellyana in "Harlequin and the red dwarf", and Dame Cecily Suet in "Harlequin Whittington". The Theatrical tradition of men playing women can be traced back to the early days of theatre, when it was deemed not appropriate for women to enter the theatrical profession. Boys played all the female roles in Shakespeare’s plays, and even during the Restoration, when actresses were established on the stage, often middle aged actors played the roles of older or comedic ladies, since the new breed of actress either did not possess the years, or the inclination to play such unglamorous roles.
 Enter The Dame
Danny Larue
 In fond memory of Danny La Rue OBE
26th July 1927 - 31st May 2009
 The Pantomime Dame, usually the hero’s mother, such as Widow Twankey in "Aladdin" or "Dame Trott" in Jack and the Beanstalk was a creation that emerged from the early Music Halls of the Victorian era. The public warmed to seeing their favourite comedian playing the role of Jack’s mother, or the King’s cook and bottlewasher. Often the Dame’s costumes would be used to good comic effect by parodying the fashions of the day, in much the same way as the modern Dame or Ugly Sister does at the moment.

The Ugly Sisters were first seen played by women in Rossini’s opera, "La Cenerentola" in London, but were swiftly transformed into men playing the roles in 1860, at the Royal Strand Theatre, London. The Ugly Sisters differ from the Dame in that they have to tread the thin tightrope between being hugely comic characters, and yet still remain the villains of the piece. This author, having trod that tightrope for twenty years is all too aware of having to keep the balance between comedy, which to achieve needs a degree of warmth and sympathy from the audience, and then being able to turn on the villainy when bullying the unfortunate Cinderella. The Panto Dame, on the other hand should exude warmth and comedy, even pathos, but is never required to do any "dirty Deeds". The exception to this being the Dame role of "Mother Goose".
Dan Leno

Dan Leno

Dan LenoMother Goose was created again at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane in 1902. The role was created for Dan Leno, one of the most popular comedians of the day. He had already achieved fame through playing Dame roles in Pantomime, into which he injected the stage business and comic songs that had made him the idol of the Music Halls. The Role of "Mother Goose" gave Leno the opportunity to play the comic old lady who, through friendship with the goose "Priscilla" achieves wealth. However, money cannot buy beauty, and tempted by the Demon King, the Dame is persuaded to sell Priscilla to the Demon in exchange for Youth and beauty. The scene where the Dame rejects the goose is what makes it unique. The Dame, having been warm and loveable, is now seen to be cruel and selfish. The task for the actor concerned is to regain not just Priscilla, but the forgiveness of the audience by the end of the pantomime.
Dan Leno became the biggest star in an era that was to draw many stars from Music Hall in Great Britain, and establish the trend that remains today of using well known personalities to "Top the Bill" in Pantomimes. Garrick in the Eighteenth century had contributed to the lavish and spectacular elements that can be found in modern day pantomime, and Augustus Harris continued to build on this concept during the 16 years he produced the Drury Lane spectacular pantomimes. He teamed up Dan Leno with Herbert Campbell in 1888, and created a comic partnership that had no rival.
  The Principal Boy
Principal Boy
The other element of "Traditional" pantomime is on the decline today, namely the "Principal boy" role, played by a girl. Women had for a long time played the "breeches role" in theatre, as far back as the early 1800’s. By the middle of the nineteenth century the vogue for ladies to take on the heroic roles of "Jack" or "Dick Whittington" or "Aladdin" was beginning, and with the rise of Music Hall it became the rule. Quite simply, the Victorian male, living in a society where even the legs of the parlour piano were covered for modesty’s sake , craved the vision of a well turned calf, or shapely ankle.Whilst ladies were corseted, crinolined or bustled on the street, artistic license allowed ladies upon the stage to wear costumes that revealed shapely legs in tights on condition that they were playing a male role!

The "Principal Boy" held sway in Pantomime through the first and second world wars, creating stars like Dorothy Ward, one of the stalwarts of British Pantomime, and Evelyn Laye, Hy Hazel, Noel Gorden, and Pat Kirkwood. By the 1950’s the emergence of men playing the role began with Norman Wisdom, and the influx of "pop" stars such as (Sir) Cliff Richard and Marty Wilde , a trend that has waned as ladies once again returned to the role, such notables as Barbara Windsor, Cilla Black and Anita Harris taking the reins4. Today the trend seems to be reversing in favour of men playing the parts, but, as has been mentioned, Pantomime constantly adapts in favour of "The flavour of the day", and we may well see the Pantomime Hero return to the safe keeping of those glamorous ladies yet again.
  The Chorus & Juveniles

Seldom featured, and yet indispensable, Pantomime could not survive without its chorus of dancers, and indeed its troupes of juveniles or “Babes” as they are known.

Today, for reasons of economy, the average chorus in a provincial pantomime can number anything between six or eight dancers. Some productions can boast as many as ten or twelve, but that is the exception. Some have as few as two or four professional dancers, supplemented by more adult juveniles.

Famous troupes include The Tiller Girls and The Sunbeams.
Guest celebrity in pantomime
Another contemporary pantomime tradition is the celebrity guest star, a practice that dates back to the late 19th century, when Augustus Harris, proprietor of the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, hired well-known variety artists for his pantomimes.

Until the decline of the British music hall tradition by the late 1950s, many popular artists played in pantomimes across the country. Many modern pantomimes use popular artists to promote the pantomime, and the play is often adapted to allow the star to showcase their well-known act, even when such a spot has little relation to the plot, for example, Rolf Harris might perform Jake the Peg in a pantomime about Aladdin.

Nowadays, a pantomime occasionally pulls off a coup by engaging a guest star with an unquestionable thespian reputation, as was the case with the Christmas 2004 production of Aladdin that featured Sir Ian McKellen as Widow Twankey, which he reprised in the 2005 production at the Old Vic theatre in London.

As well as being an actor in the Shakespearean tradition, McKellen had become hugely famous with children as Gandalf in The Lord of the Rings and Magneto in X-Men. "At least we can tell our grandchildren that we saw McKellen's Twankey and it was huge," said Michael Billington, theatre critic of The Guardian, December 20, 2004, entering into the pantomime spirit of double entendre. In recent times, the in pantomimes have featured soap stars, comedians or former sportsmen rather as celebrity attractions, supplemented by jobbing actors and pantomime specialists.

The recently renovated Hackney Empire has presented an enormously successful and highly regarded panto with multi-racial cast since 1988.
York's Theatre Royal pantomime features no guest celebrities, but a regular cast headed by Berwick Kaler, who has played the dame there for 30 years.

Christopher Biggins was a pantomime dame for 38 years running until 2007 when his attendance on I'm A Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here! made it impossible for him to do a panto that year.

In Canterbury, the Marlowe Theatre traditionally has a famous person from EastEnders or Neighbours, both popular soap operas.

Tewkesbury's Roses Theatre has a pantomime which has a fully professional cast (apart from the young chorus/dancers), none of whom are 'star' soap opera performers, stand-up comedians or pop singers as a matter of policy. The panto is traditional in style, and the principal boy is played by a female actor.

In summer of 1974 the Old Vic staged Jack and the Beanstalk on a double bill with Euripides' Bacchae at the Edinburgh Festival. Jack and the Beanstalk was the perfect antidote to the passionate violence of Euripides' tragedy.

Since 2005, British television and theatre actor John Barrowman has been returning repeatedly to the pantomime, playing Prince Charming in 2005's Cinderella; Jack in 2006's Jack and the Beanstalk; Aladdin in 2007's Aladdin; and most recently the title character of Robin Hood  .(Cardiff This Year)
 In fond memory of Mollie Sugden
1922-2009
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From The Daily Mail 20th November 2009
SOME OF THIS YEAR'S GUEST CELEBRITIES

Among those treading the boards this Christmas are ex-EastEnder Kara Tointon as Snow White at Bristol, Gavin and Stacey star Joanna Page as Cinderella at Woking, and Anthea Turner as the Fairy Godmother and Claire Sweeney as the Wicked Queen in Sleeping Beauty at Bromley.Former Atomic Kitten Natasha Hamilton will play the lead role in Peter Pan at the Liverpool Empire with former Happy Days star Henry Winkler as her Captain Hook.Legendary Hollywood star Mickey Rooney will play Baron Hardup at Cinderella at Milton Keynes.

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Joanna Page
Kara Tointon
Henry Winkler
Mickey Rooney
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The boy who wouldn't grow up: Natasha Hamilton will be playing Peter Pan at the Liverpool Empire this Christmas
 Joanna Page is Cinderella at the New Victoria Theatre in Woking ex-Eastender Kara Tointon is Snow White at the Bristol Hippodrome Henry Winkler is Captain Hook in Liverpool Mickey Rooney will play Baron Hardup in Cinderella at Milton Keynes Fairytale characters: (l-r) Jane Asher (Wicked Queen), Gray O'Brien (Abanazar) Chris Fountain (Aladdin), Jonathan Wilkes (Dick Whittington), Natasha Hamilton,  (Peter Pan), and Michael Aspel (Baron Hardup) linda lusardi
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Other stars involved are  Keith Jack, runner up on Any Dream Will Do, who plays Aladdin, actress Anita Dobson as the Genie, panto professional Gerard Kelly as Wishee Washee and former boyband star Ben Adams as Prince Charming. Actress and comedian Karen Dunbar plays Widow Twankey and Doctor Who actress Jane Asher is the Wicked Queen at Richmond Theatre's production of Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs. Former Hollyoaks and Dancing on Ice star Chris Fountain plays Aladdin, while TV presenter Michael Aspel will be Baron Hardup in the Woking version of Cinderella.  Coronation Street actor Gray O'Brien plays Abanazar in the Manchester Aladdin, while Robbie Williams's best friend Jonathan Wilkes is Dick Whittington  I couldn’t end a panto blog without mentioning Churchill, the famous talking dog of a national insurance provider. Churchill has signed a deal with Qdos Entertainment to sponsor their pantos this year which means that a Churchill puppet will appear in all of Qdos’ 22 pantomimes this Christmas. The dog, who has risen to fame over recent years, will utter his famous catch phrase “oh no” and “oh yes” all around the UK this panto season starring alongside celebs including Linda Lusardi and John Barrowman.

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POPULAR PANTOMIMES & MOTIFS- Click for The Stories
Aladdin Beauty & The Beast Cinerella Dick Whittington Jack & The Beanstalk Mother Goose
Aladdin Beauty and the Beast Cinderella Dick Whittington and His Cat Jack and the Beanstalk Mother Goose
Peter Pan Puss In Boots Robin Hood Robinson Crusoe
 Sleeping Beauty
Snow White & The 7 Dwarfs
Peter Pan Puss in Boots
 Robin Hood Robinson Crusoe Sleeping Beauty  Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs
Babes In The Wood
 Alice in Wonderland
 Ali Baba
 Little Red Riding Hood
 The Princess & The Pea
 Goldilocks & The 3 Bears
Babes in the Wood Alice In Wonderland
 Ali Baba
 Little Red Riding Hood
 The Princess and the
Pea		 Goldilocks and the Three Bears
A Christmas Carol or Scrooge
 Goody Two Shoes
 Snow Queen
 Treasure Island
 Pinocchio
 Wizard Of Oz
Christmas Carol or Scrooge
 Goody Two Shoes The Snow Queen Treasure Island
 Pinocchio Wizard of Oz

EXPOSED THE TRUTH ABOUT DICK WHITTINGTON

Dick WhittingtonThe story that Dick Whittington was a pauper with a cat who came to London with a handkerchief tied to the end of a stick to see if the streets were paved with gold is a load of old tripe. Unlike his pantomime counterpart, he was never poor. Richard Whittington was born around 1350 in Pauntley, Gloucestershire, the younger son of William Whittington, Lord of the Manor of Pauntley. Sir William died in 1358. The oldest son inherited the estate, so Richard travelled to London to find work. As for the cat, I really doubt that he had one. The people in medieval England had an entirely different attitude to felines - a lad of Dick's age would have been more likely to stone a cat to death for sport than keep one as a pet. Not very nice, but true.

He started his life in London as an apprentice to a merchant, and afterwards set up in business on his own. And this is where the cat comes in. Richard traded in coals brought to London in a type of sailing vessel known as a 'cat'. Or maybe it came in because he was making a profit, and a term in common use in those days for a profit was the French word 'achat', meaning 'a purchase', whereas the French 'chat' means 'cat'. Whichever it was, no feline is ever mentioned in any biography of Richard Whittington.

He eventually became a 'mercer', dealing in valuable cloth from abroad, such as silks, velvets and cloth of gold. The main market for selling these cloths was the Royal Court. He supplied large quantities to King Richard II (who owed him £1,000 when he was deposed in 1399) and to King Henry IV. Richard became rich. After 1397 he often lent large sums of money to the Crown. In return he was allowed to export wool without paying customs duty on it.

He became a City alderman, or magistrate, in 1393. In 1397 the Mayor, Adam Bamme, died in office and the King chose Whittington to become the new mayor. And here is another discrepancy with the myth - 'Lord Mayor' was not a title used in Whittington's lifetime. It didn't come into being until 1540. He was elected as mayor for the following year, and again for 1406-7 and 1419-20. This made him Mayor of London four times, although he was only elected to that position three times, which undoubtedly gave rise to the 'three times Lord Mayor'. Whittington died in March 1423. His wife Alice, daughter of Sir Ivo Fitzwaryn (or Fitzwarren) of Dorset, had died before him. They had no children.

By the time of his death, Whittington had amassed a fortune totalling over £7,000 - making him the medieval equivalent of multi-millionaire. In his will he asked that his great wealth be used to the benefit of the City of London. And so the money was used to establish an almshouse, a college of priests and a library, and also to carry out a number of other public works. These included improvements to the water supply and building a public lavatory, which became known as 'Whittington's Longhouse'. These gifts left in his will made him famous. However, the people of London had no idea how he had made his money. Stories began about how a poor boy became rich with the help of his cat. There is no evidence that Whittington ever kept a cat, and as the son of a Lord he was never very poor. But, despite being untrue, the stories flourished. In 1606 a play was produced which undoubtedly brought the story to the attention of people who could not read. The story continued to grow in the 17th and 18th centuries. In the 19th century, the story became the subject for pantomimes, and other characters were added. And with the popularity of pantomimes over the years the story of Dick Whittington and the cat that made him rich and famous is familiar to thousands, if not millions, of people who have never heard of the 'real' Richard Whittington.
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Bedfordshire
Bedford Jack & The Beanstalk , The Bedford High School Theatre , Bromham Road, Bedford 19th Dec 2009 to 22nd Dec 2009
This all time family favourite comes to the Bedford stage. Produced and choreographed by and starring Maurice Kachuk, this production is one not to be missed. Traditional and suitable for all the family.  Website http://www.mauricekachuk.co.uk/ 
The Bedford Corn Exchange in Bedford
Bedford		 Dick Whittington. Bedford Corn Exchange , St. Pauls Square, Bedford MK40 1SL  28th Dec 2009 to 2nd Jan 2010
Dick Whittington is a family pantomime for you and your children a rollicking tale of a boy in search of his fortune. Along the way he meets a clever cat, a king rat, some pathetic pirates and the girl of his dreams and it all ends happily ever after.  Website http://www.bedfordpanto.info/ 
Biggleswade Dick Whittington. Stratton Upper School  Biggleswade, SG18 8JB  15th Jan 2010 to 16th Jan 2010
Biggleswade Amateur Theatrical Society proudly present the Pantomime favourite 'Dick Whittington And His Cat'. Come with the family to enjoy the adventures of Dick Whittington and his Feline companion. Website http://www.bats.uk.net/ 
The Dunstable Wedding Fair - The Grove Theatre
Dunstable		 CinerellaCinderella. Grove Theatre, Grove Park, Court Drive, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 4GP  11th Dec 09 to 3rd Jan 2010
The Producers of last year's acclaimed production of 'Snow White' are proud to present the greatest Panto of them all... Cinderella. With an all star cast, including Bernie Nolan, Basil Brush and Jane Ledsom, lavish sets, the splendid Crystal Coach pulled by Shetland Ponies, magical music and giggles galore. Website: Grove Theatre website
Berkshire
Watermill Newbury
Newbury		 James and The Giant Peach . The Watermill Theatre , Bagnor, Newbury, Berkshire, RG20 8AE  26th Nov 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
Full of fun, friendships and frolicking feats, this exciting musical comedy written by Roald Dahl and adapted by award-winning playwright, David Wood OBE, will sweeten your spirits this Christmas.
Website http://www.watermill.org.uk/ 
Watermill Newbury
Newbury		 Puss In Boots The Corn Exchange  Market Place, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 5BD  4th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
Amid the music and madness of a traditional pantomime meet the poor miller, the beautiful prince and princess, battle the evil ogre and hear the tale of the dashing and ingenious cat that makes his master?s fortune. Website http://www.cornexchangenew.com/ 
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Reading
 CinerellaCinderella , The Hexagon,  Queen's Walk, Reading, RG1 7UA. - Tel: 0118 960 6060   Saturday 5 December 2009 - Sunday 3 January 2010
You are cordially invited to the most magical, spectacular and sumptuous pantomime ever to be held at The Hexagon  
We are delighted to announce the cast for Cinderella will include Rula Lenska as the Fairy Godmother, Rolan Bell (Eastenders) as Buttons, Sally Oliver(Emmerdale) as Dandini, Laura Jeffrey as Cinderella, Mark Starr as Baron Hardup with Simon Davies and Charley Adams as the Ugly Sisters. Nicola Weeks returns to The Hexagon as Prince Charming.The nation’s favourite pantomime, Cinderella, will be filled with glitter and glamour, wands and wishes, rags and riches – not to mention a pair of wicked and ugly stepsisters. You can expect plenty to hiss and boo at, lots of sing-along songs, as well as plenty of fun and jokes for the children…and adults too! With great characters, a fairytale story and dazzling costumes, make sure you grab the chance to immerse yourself in this magical world and unforgettable pantomime experience. HEXAGON CLICK
Theatre Royal Windsor

Windsor		 Aladdin . Aladdin, Theatre Royal Windsor, Thames Street, Windsor Berkshire SL4 1PS  9th Dec 2009 to 10th Jan 2010
Join Aladdin this Christmas as he takes you on a magic carpet ride in Windsor's pantomime spectacular! This year's fantastic cast will be led by Wendy Craig, the BAFTA award winning acresss known for her roles in Butterflies and The Royal. She will be joined by BBC's I'd Do Anything runner-up and acclaimed star of West End hit Cabaret, Samantha Barks as Aladdin, and '60s pop icon Jess Conrad as Abanazar - promising a musical sensation of a show!CITV's legendary family favourite Emu will star with Toby Hull as the Chinese Policemen, so audiences can expect the usual mad-cap antics from this irrepressible duo, guaranteed to keep big kids as well as little ones entertained.Completing the all-star line-up we have Coronation Street's Poppy Jhakra as Princess Jasmine, Heartbeat's Stephen Blakely as Wishee Washee, and last but by no means least, Theatre Royal's treasured dame Michael Sharvell-Martin. We will also have a Blavery special appearance by Tony ckburn as The Man in the Mirror.Also featuring our fabulous live band and terrific company of actors, dancers and singers, Aladdin will be playing at our beautiful Edwardian theatre from Wednesday 9 December to Sunday 10 January. Book now to secure the best seats and find out if the Genie grants Aladdin all his wishes! Website http://www.theatreroyalwindsor.co.uk/ 
 
Buckinghamshire
Aylesbury Civic Centre
Aylesbury		 Jack & The Beanstalk. Aylesbury Civic Centre  Market Square, Aylesbury, Bucks, HP20 1UF 8th Dec 2008 to 30th Dec 2009
'A Giant of a Pantomime'. Starring Sue Hodge, Chris Till, Richard Carr and Terry Glead. Tickets on sale now from £8.50. Call the Box Office on 01296 486 009. Website http://www.aylesburycivic.org/ 
Marlow Snow White & The 7 Dwarfs . Shelley Theatre Court Garden Leisure Complex, Pound Lane, Marlow, Buckinghamshire SL7 2AE 2nd Dec 2009 to 6th Dec 2009
Mirror,mirror on the wall,where is the best panto of them all? This December, don't miss our fun packed, family panto! With comedy, singing, dancing, a donation to charity and all for 5 pounds, what more could you want?!  Website http://www.marlowentertainers.co.uk/ 
Wycombe Swan
High Wycombe		 Aladdin Wycombe Swan  St Mary Street, High Wycombe, Bucks, HP11 2XE  11th Dec 2009 to 10th Jan 2010
Starring Shane Richie. This will be another dazzling fairytale guaranteed to melt everyone's heart. With fabulous sets, glittering costumes and side-splitting comedy.  Website http://www.wycombeswan.co.uk/   Book Tickets Now
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Milton Keynes		 Beauty & The BeastBeauty and the Beast . Stantonbury Campus  Stantonbury, Milton Keynes MK14 6BN  22nd Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
The NODA award winning team from MKAOS bring you this sparkling re telling of everyone's favourite love story. With tickets from just £8, join us for this magical Christmas treat. MKAOS Box Office 07765 084193  Website http://www.mkaos.co.uk/ 
Milton Keynes Theatre
Milton Keynes		 Cinerella  Milton Keynes Theatre Marlborough Gate, Milton Keynes  MK9 3NZ   Friday 04 December 2009 to Sunday 17 January 2010
With an all-star cast Cinderella features a glittering combination of everything a traditional pantomime could wish for. Hollywood legend Mickey Rooney heads an all-star cast as Cinderella’s father Baron Hardup. He will be joined by comedy legend Bobby Davro as the cheeky and lovable Buttons, TV favourite Anthea Turner as the Fairy Godmother, A1’s Ben Adams as the handsome Prince Charming and beautiful West End leading lady Louise Dearman as Cinderella. Joining them is MK’s Top Talent Winner Holly Brewer.With boo-able Ugly Sisters, a sparkling set, a live orchestra providing a hand-clapping , feet-stomping selection of popular songs and real Shetland ponies this will be a magical night for the whole family, and a panto dreams are made of. Book your tickets for Cinderella’s ball before the clock strikes midnight! MILTON KEYNES THEATRE CLICK
Bourne End Snow White & The 7 Dwarfs. Centre Theatre , Wakeman Road, Bourne End, Bucks  23rd Jan 2010 to 30th Jan 2010
Forum Players have been established for over 60 years, performing Pantomime's every single year to crowded audiences. For a fun filled show for kids and adults come along on 23rd, 24th and 30th Jan 2010! Entertainment guaranteed!  Website http://www.forumplayers.com/ 
Cambridgeshire
Cottenham Robin Hood Cottenham Village College , High Street, Cottenham, Cambridge  2nd Dec 2009 to 5th Dec 2009
Don't miss Cottenham Theatre Workshop's pantomime Robin Hood swashbuckling, thigh slapping, audience participating adventures with Robin and the Merrymen, singing and dancing Kick Start your Christmas with this fabulous show !  Website  
Ely Jack & The Beanstalk. Beechurst Hall , Soham Village College, Sand St, Soham, Ely, CB7 5AA  3rd Dec 2009 to 5th Dec 2009
After last years sell out success, quoted as 'British Panto at it's best' Stage Chance returns with their next pantomime with a new script by Daniel Bell full of new and old laughs, delightful musical numbers with new lavish costumes and sets!  Website http://www.stagechance.co.uk/ 
Mumford Theatre, Cambridge
Cambridge		 Aladdin. Mumford Theatre , Anglia Ruskin University, East Road, Cambridge CB1 1PT  22nd Dec 2009 to 23rd Dec 2009
Climb aboard your magic carpet and we?ll transport you to the magical city of Peking where you?ll meet Aladdin and friends. Packed solid with comedy and adventure, children will love to cheer their hero Aladdin and boo the evil Abanazar. Website http://www.anglia.ac.uk/mumfordtheatre 
Huntingdon Aladdin. Commemoration Hall  High Street, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire  27th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
There will be the usual Dame (Widow Twankey), Aladdin, a princess, Abanarza (the baddie) as well as the Genie. As well as a very funny script, great cast, there will also be songs and dancing , lots of colourful costumes and set designs. Website http://www.pantomime89.co.uk/ 
St Ives Beauty & The Beast. Burgess Hall , Westwood Road, St Ives PE27 6WU  12th Jan 2010 to 17th Jan 2010
Written by local favourites Graham Lloyd & Dick Chalkley this version of Beauty & The Beast is bound to be a sure fire hit! With old & new characters, loads of comedy and great songs don't miss Cambridges best low cost panto!  Website http://www.centreplayers.co.uk/ 
Cheshire
Hartford Cinerella. The Grange Theatre , Bradburns Lane, Hartford, Cheshire, CW8 1LU  5th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
Oh no it isn’t… oh yes it is! Cinderella is arriving in Cheshire and invites you to join in the fun and frolics with the ugly sisters and the star herself, Cinderella! Halle Productions Ltd proudly presents a spectacular star studded pantomime that’s fantastic fun for the whole family. Cinderella will be played by Coronation Street’s Casey-Lee Jolleys (Orchid) and David Dale and Drew Christie will play the ‘very’ ugly sisters.  Tickets are £12.00 for Adults and £8.00 for Children. Tickets can be booked online or on 0845 2417868 (postage fee applies) ON SALE NOW Website http://www.cheshirepanto.com/ 
Runcorn Jack & The BeanstalkJack and the Beanstalk  The Heath Methodist Church  Vista Road, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 4PB  17th Feb 2010 to 20th Feb 2010
The Heath Drama Group present their Annual Panto of Jack in the Beanstalk (a pantomime by Graham Barraclough). An evening full of laughs for all the family. Tickets are £4 Adults, £2 Children.
Website http://www.theheathmethodistchurch.org.uk/ 
Stockport Dick Whittington. Forum Theatre , Compstall Road, Romiley, Stockport, SK6 4EA  10th Dec 2009 to 19th Dec 2009
This is truly a traditional family pantomime suitable for both young and old. It's also the longest running pantomime in the North West, so the quality of the production is top quality. And if your little ones are too young to stay up late, you'll be please to know that weekend performances also include matinees..  Booking hotline 0161 4324787 Website http://www.nktheatrearts.org.uk/ 
Cornwall
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Falmouth		 The Revenge of Rumpelstiltskin . Princess Pavilion , Melvill Road, Falmouth, TR11  23rd Dec 2009 to 30th Dec 2009
Having been cheated out of his rightful claim to the Queen's daughter, he returns in this wonderfully original sequel to the classic fairy tale. Website http://www.princesspavilion.co.uk/ 
Cumbria

Carlisle		 Cinerella. Carlisle Green Room Club , West Walls, Carlisle, CA3 8UB  30th Nov 2009 to 12th Dec 2009
Cinderella is being performed at the Green Room Carlisle Tickets available carlisle information centre old town hall Telephone: 01228 625600 Payment for tickets at the Ticket Office. Website http://www.carlislegreenroom.co.uk/ 
The Sands Centre in Carlisle
Carlisle		  Dick WhittingtonDick Whittington & The Pirate Adventure.  . The Sands Centre, Carlisle CA1 1FQ   16th - 31st Dec 09
  The regions biggest Christmas show is back again! This time it's family favourite Dick Whittington, who finds himself on an amazing pirate-themed adventure. Starring Wayne Smith, star of ITV1's Grease Is The Word.
Website: Sands Centre website
The Rheged Centre
Penrith		 Cinerella. The Rheged Centre , Redhills, Penrith, Cumbria CA11 0DQ  27th Dec 2009 to 29th Dec 2009
Let Buttons be your host for an afternoon of traditional panto fun with up to date chart songs and dance routines that will have everyone singing along. The UK's leading children's theatre performers 'The Panto Company' returns to Rheged this Christmas. Website http://www.rheged.com/ 
The Lakes Adult Education Centre
Windermere		 Mother GooseMother Goose . The Lakes School , The Lakes School, Troutbeck Bridge, Windermere, Cumbria LA23 1HW  19th Jan 2010 to 24th Jan 2010
The highly acclaimed local amateur panto is back with more special effects and fabulous costumes tickets on sale at Thresher Windermere. Website  
Derbyshire
Assembly Rooms in Derby
Derby		 Cinerella. Assembly Rooms, Market Place, Derby, DE1 3AH  9th Dec 2009 to 10th Jan 2010
Family pantomime starring Neil Morrissey (Men Behaving Badly & Waterloo Road), Kelle Bryan from Eternal, Mark Two and Jamie Steen as the Ugly Sisters and Simmons and Simmons. Website http://www.assemblyrooms-derby.co.uk/ 
Devon
Queens Theatre Barnstaple
Barnstaple		 Cinerella.Cinderella,  Queens Theatre Barnstaple , Boutport Street, Barnstaple, EX31 1SY  10th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
A spell-binding show, with lots of fun, audience participation, classy sets and costumes and a big dollop of magic. Will Cinderella?s magic coach fly her to the ball? Whose foot will the slipper fit? Can Buttons save the day?  Website http://www.northdevontheatres.org.uk/ 
Dawlish
 Dick Whittington Dick Whittington & His Cat  Shaftesbury Theatre, Brunswick Place, Dawlish Devon EX7 9PB  Friday 8 - Saturday 16  January 2010
  Devised and Directed by Liz Wedlake.  Dance choreography by Hannah and Laura Cridge.   Adults £7   children £6 .Nightly at 7.30   Matinees on 9 & 16 at 2.30
A real old-fashioned traditional pantomime with all the well-loved characters, lots of singing and dancing, colourful costumes and plenty of audience participation. A show with something for all the family. DAWLISH REPETORY COMPANY CLICK

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Devonport		 Puss In Boots  Puss in Boots. Devonport Playhouse on Saturday, December 12
The stage version of Charles Perrault’s fairy story has been scripted by Leonard Caddy. Come and see how a lowly cat and his master, cast out of from the mill where they worked, find their fortune and the hand in marriage to the beautiful princess. The rags to royalty tale has songs, dances and comedy for all the family. There are shows at 2.30pm and again at 7.30pm. Tickets are £8 for adults and £6 children and the over-60s. Devonport New Deal for Communities area residents’ tickets will be £2 for adults and £1 for children and the over-60s, subsidised by the Devonport RDC Partnership. They are available in advance from Theresa on 01752 228127.
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Exeter		 Beauty & The BeastBeauty & The Beast, America Hall , De La Rue Way, Pinhoe, Exeter, Devon, EX4 8PX  13th Jan 2010 to 16th Jan 2010
Fairy Goody is trying to defeat Fairy Bovver Boots by breaking the curse which turned the prince into the Beast. Along the way Belle is joined by her sister Smelle (the dame) and their admirers Toung and Chic, and trusty horse Hamlet. Website http://www.americahall.co.uk/
Pavilion Theatre in Exmouth
Exmouth		 CinerellaCinderella. Exmouth Pavillion , The Esplanade, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 2AZ  29th Dec 2009 to 30th Jan 2010
Lose yourself in the magic, in this spectacular family pantomime. This rags to riches love story, is one of the best loved magical pantomimes in history. For years, ugly sisters Trinny & Suzanna have been making stunning Cinderella's life a misery. Website http://www.ledleisure.co.uk/index/Exmouth_Pavilion/index.asp 

Holsworthy		 Queen of Hearts.  HATS Theatre,    Bodmin Street, Holsworthy, Devon EX21 6BH, Tel: 01409 253826. 25th - 30th Jan. Mon-Sat 1st-6th Feb 2010
The 2010 Panto is 'Queen of Hearts' - The Queen Of Hearts is loosely based around the nursery rhyme of the same name and also involves characters from Alice In Wonderland. Lots of singing, dancing, jokes and even a bit of slapstick in the kitchen scene! The Producers are that father and daughter team Amy Clarke and Rob Painter.. Tickets: £8 (£6 conc) Booking: starts 2nd Jan 2010 box office 10am - 3pm on first day (no telephone bookings). Thereafter Mon-Sat 10am-3pm at Box Office or 01409 253826.  Review booking information for HATS Shows Performance Information: Doors Open: 7.00pm.  Starts 7.30pm  Further Information: HATS Website
Palace Theatre
Paignton
 Jack & The BeanstalkJack & The Beanstalk.   Palace Theatre Paignton. Palace Avenue. Paignton.  Tel:01803 665800 TQ3 3HF 22 December 2009 - 3 January 2010
Are you ready for some Fee-Fi-Fo-Fun this Christmas?  Then join our hero Jack this festive season in his magical adventure up the beanstalk!  This truly traditional pantomime combines a thrilling adventure story with a fairytale romance and will feature all the fantastic production elements you have grown to expect of a Paignton Pantomime. PALACE THEATRE CLICK
Barbican Theatre
Plymouth		 The Revenge of Rumpelstiltskin . Barbican Theatre , 11-13 Castle St, Plymouth  18th Dec 2009 to 19th Dec 2009
Having been cheated out of his rightful claim to the Queen's daughter, he returns in this wonderfully original sequel to the classic fairy tale. Website http://www.barbicantheatre.co.uk/ 
Globe Theatre, Royal Marines Barracks, Stonehouse, Devon by Webrarian.
Plymouth		 Ali BabaAli Baba and the Forty Thieves. Globe Theatre, Stonehouse Barracks, Plymouth 
Yes it's panto time again and Touchwood Musical Company are presenting Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, a tale loosely taken from the Thousand and One Arabian Nights. Director Barry Sanigar has chosen a lively script by David Swan which provides plenty of opportunity for singing, dancing, comedy and excruciating puns (it wouldn't be panto without them) and because the show is set in old Baghdad we get belly dancing with the belly laughs.Tickets available from Huw Phillips on 07999 639888.
Theatre Royal
Plymouth		 Scrooge.  Royal Parade, Plymouth, PL1 2TR.  Ticket Enquiries: 01752 267222       7 - 12 December 2009
Tommy Steele, one of the most successful British entertainers of all time, returns to the stage this festive season in the title role of the record breaking, ‘stunningly spectacular’ production of SCROOGE.The perfect winter treat, SCROOGE is a heartwarming family story with stunning sets and costumes, specially created illusions by magician Paul Kieve (acclaimed for the magic effects in the Harry Potter films) and a fantastic musical score which features the Oscar nominated hit Thank You Very Much.No holiday season would be complete without Dickens’ favorite characters including Ebenezer, Bob Cratchit, the ghosts of Christmas past, present and future, and of course Tiny Tim! So get ready to embark on a magical theatrical experience unlike any other in the international smash-hit musical sensation SCROOGE!  THEATRE ROYAL CLICK
Theatre Royal
Plymouth		 Aladdin  Royal Parade, Plymouth, PL1 2TR. Ticket Enquiries: 01752 267222  18 December 2009 - 23 January 2010
The South West's biggest Christmas show, led by Christopher Biggins, combines the traditional elements of pantomime - comedy in abundance, stunning sets and beautiful costumes - with an array of outstanding and unmissable 3D wizardry. Wearing 3D glasses at points throughout the show, rub the magic lamp as it hovers right in front of your nose, see the Genie rise from his lamp and move around the auditorium and join us on a thrilling, 3D magic carpet ride. Pantomime at its best!  THEATRE ROYAL CLICK
Carlton Theatre
Teignmouth		 Little Red Riding HoodLittle Red Riding Hood . The Carlton Theatre, The Den, Teignmouth, Devon,England. TQ14 8BD. Telephone: 01626 778991    December 28 until 9 Jan 2010
Teignmouth Players Pantomime by Paul Reakes  CARLTON THEATRE CLICK
Carlton Theatre
Teignmouth		 Mother GooseMother Goose       The Carlton Theatre, The Den, Teignmouth, Devon,England. TQ14 8BD. Telephone: 01626 778991      25 to 31 January 2009
 Shaldon Theatre Company annual pantomime   CARLTON THEATRE CLICK
Princess Theatre
Torquay		 Cinerella Princess Theatre , Torbay Road, Torquay, TQ2 5EZ TQ2 5EZ  17th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
Much-loved panto tale of the girl who loses her slipper but finds a prince.  Website http://www.princesstheatre.org.uk/   
Little Theatre in Torbay
Torquay		 Dick Whittington
Dick Whittington. The Little Theatre, St.Marks Road, Meadfoot,Torquay, Devon TQ1 2EL 2EL  Box Office: 01803 299330
Sat Dec 12th - Sat Dec 19th at 7.00pm* Matinees - Sat Dec 12th & Sat Dec 19th at 2.30pm *No performance on Sunday
 Directed by Sarah O'Connor. “A Traditional Pantomime for all the Family” All children under 16 ONLY £1.00 when accompanied by an adult TOADSTONE THEATRE COMPANY CLICK
Dorset
Pavilion Theatre Bournemouth
Bournemouth
Snow White & The 7 DwarfsSnow White  Pavilion Bournemouth  Saturday 5th December 2009 to Sunday 3rd January 2010
We are pleased to announce that this year's fabulous family pantomime will be the classic tale of Snow White - directed by and starring CBeebies favourite Chris Jarvis as Muddles and Hi-De-Hi's Su Pollard as the Wicked Queen.  Expect magic, music and fun for all ages in an enchanting production that will make your festive season one to remember!  Telephone 0870 1113000 Tickets £13.50, £15.50 & £16.50  Go to theatre website
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Christchurch Robin HoodBabes In The Wood/Robin Hood . Twynham School , Sopers Lane, Christchurch, Dorset  7th Jan 2010 to 9th Jan 2010
See the evil Sheriff of Twynham attempt to trick his way into inheriting a fortune whilst trying to capture Robin Hood. Let us take you on a journey to meet the hapless Plain and Simple, Downtrodden Cedric and of course Robin Hoods Band Of Merry Men. Website http://www.twynhampantogroup.co.uk/ 

Poole
 Jack & The BeanstalkJack in the Beanstalk. Lighthouse, 21 Kingland Road, Poole Dorset BH15 1UG tel: 0844 406 8666 Fri 11 Dec 2009 - Sun 3 Jan 2010

Starring Neil Fingleton (UK's Tallest Living Person). Rupert Hill and Jenny Platt (Coronation Street),Antonio Fargas (Starsky & Hutch).Fairy played by Caroline Verdon from Heart Breakfast and Silly Billy played by Mike Newman Jnr. Get ready to join our hero Jack on a magical adventure to climb the beanstalk, defeat the giant and retrieve the golden treasure!  Dame Trott's behind with the rent and her two sons need to make some money fast. When Jack goes to sell his beloved cow all he can get is a measly bag of beans, 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 ....With great gags, catchy tunes and lots of audience participation Jack and the Beanstalk remains one of the best-loved family pantomimes of all-time LIGHTHOUSE CLICK
Blandford Dick Whittington.Dick Whittington,  Milborne St Andrew Village Hall , The Causeway Milborne St Andrew Nr Blandford  4th Feb 2010 to 6th Feb 2010
Traditional Panto for more information check out our website. Website http://www.milborneplayers.org.uk/ 
Durham
Bishop Auckland Cinerella. Bishop Auckland Town Hall , Market Place, Bishop Auckland DL14 7NP  29th Nov 2009 to 30th Nov 2010
Lose yourself in the magic, in this spectacular family pantomime. This rags to riches love story, is one of the best loved magical pantomimes in history. For years, ugly sisters Trinny & Suzanna have been making stunning Cinderella's life a misery. Website http://www.bishopaucklandtownhall.org.uk/ 
Darlington Civic Theatre in Darlington
Darlington		 Aladdin- The Adventure of a Lifetime!  Civic Theatre , Parkgate, Darlington, DL1 1RR  5th Dec 2009 to 17th Jan 2010
The role of Aladdin will be played by the charming and hugely popular entertainer, Chico. The Grumbleweeds will be making mischief and causing mayhem in their roles as the Chinese Policemen. Website http://www.darlingtonarts.co.uk/ 
Empire Theatre
Consett		 Cinerella. Empire Theatre & Cinema , Front Street, Consett, Co Durham DH8 5AB  9th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
Starring PeeWee Price, Mike Holoway (Joseph, The Tomorrow People, Flintlock) and special appearance by Fifi and the Flowertots. Website http://www.leisureworksonline.co.uk/empiredetail.cfm?item=521 
Spennymoor Cinerella, Everyman Theatre , O'Hanlan St, Spennymoor, County Durham DL16 6RY  10th Dec 2009 to 11th Jan 2010
Lose yourself in the magic, in this spectacular family pantomime. This rags to riches love story, is one of the best loved magical pantomimes in history.
Website http://www.famefactoryspotlight.co.uk/ 
Arc in Stockton
Stockton on Tees		 Cinerella. ARC , Stockton Arts Centre, Dovecot Street, Stockton on Tees TS18 1LL  12th Jan 2010 to 16th Jan 2010
The Borough biggest Panto! Fantastic family Panto by the excellent Theatre Farm Group. From 12th 16th January, Book early to avaoid dissapointment, family tickets available. Box office 01642 525 199
Website http://www.arconline.co.uk/ 
Essex
The Broadway in Barking
Barking		 Dick Whittington, The BROADWAY , Broadway, Barking, IG11 7LS  3rd Dec 2009 to 2nd Jan 2010
An action packed extravaganza, full to the brim with laughter, great songs to sing along to and superb costumes & sets. A daring and dashing Dick, ridiculous rats and a purrfect pantomime treat for the whole family not to be missed!  Website http://www.thebroadwaybarking.com/ 
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Basildon
 Jack & The Beanstalk Jack and the Beanstalk . Towngate Theatre St. Martin's Square,Basildon, Essex. SS14 1DL  tel:01268 465465  3rd Dec – 3rd Jan 
A truly giant family pantomime for Christmas 2009 starring Simon Fielding, Age 3 +. Various times and prices. TOWNGATE CLICK

Billericay
 CinerellaCinderella.   The Fold, 72 Laindon Road, Billericay, Essex. CM12 9LD  Bookings & Information:   tel:01277 659286  12th Dec  2:30pm, £7/£9,
Sit back and be ready to be entertained with our Magical production of Cinderella. Our story starts in The Woods where we meet The Fairy, Prince Charming and Dandini. Later we meet Buttons who looks after Baron Hard Up and his three daughters, two of whom are so ugly that one sight of them would easily curdle milk. Then there is Cinderella, the prettiest girl in the land, who is bullied by her two ugly sisters, Gertrude and Flossy.This fairytale is brought to life with spectacular visual effects in the traditional pantomime style. Get ready to shout and cheer Buttons, Cinderella and Prince Charming. But do remember to BOO and BOO again every time you see The Ugly Sisters up to their evil ways ! (2 hour performance including interval)  http://www.baathefold.org.uk/
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Brentwood
 The Twits. Brentwood Theatre, 15 Shenfield Road, Brentwood Essex CM15 8AG   tel:01277 200305  7th – 30th Dec
Bored with playing schoolkiddish tricks on one another, the grotesque, satisfyingly revolting couple Mr and Mrs Twit turn their attentions to capturing and training a family of monkeys, the Mugglewumps, for a circus act. The monkeys' cruel incarceration in a cage is avenged when the birds trick the Twits into believing the world has turned upside-down. The Mugglewumps are aided by the birds who drop glue on their hair - and YOU are invited to come along and play your part in freeing the monkeys  http://www.brentwood-theatre.org/
Chelmsford Civic Theatre in Chelmsford
Chelmsford		 Jack & The BeanstalkChelmsford Civic Theatre , Fairfield Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1JE 4th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
Jack and the Beanstalk promises to be a giant of a pantomime making its grand entrance to Chelmsford?s Civic Theatre this December. With all the elements of the traditional pantomime and much more. Website http://www.chelmsford.gov.uk/theatres 
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Chelmsford		   Alice in Wonderland. Riverside Ice & Leisure  tel:01245615089  16th – 20th Dec
The centre’s Ice Show Spectacular is the only Christmas ice show in the whole of Essex, and provides magical entertainment that your children (and you!) will not forget.  Riverside Ice and Leisure is home to the longest running ice show in Essex, which takes place every year in December. http://www.chelmsford.gov.uk/index.cfm?articleid=9479
Princes Theatre in Clacton on Sea
Clacton-on-Sea		 Beauty & The Beast, The Princes Theatre , Town Hall, Station Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex  19th Dec 2009 to 1st Jan 2010
The beautiful daughter of the town inventor Professor Crackpot, longs for romance and adventure but little does she realise they will come when she becomes the prisoner of a monstrous Beast in return for her father's freedom. Website http://www.essex-live.co.uk/tickets/v13/clacton/princes-theatre/
Mercury Theatre in Colchester
Colchester		 Cinerella, Mercury Theatre , Balkerne Gate, Colchester, CO1 1PT. 4th Dec 2009 to 9th Jan 2010
Let the Mercury Theatre Company whisk your family away to a magical white winter wonderland for the world?s favourite fairy tale. Website http://www.mercurytheatre.co.uk/ 
Thameside Theatre
Grays		 Snow White & The 7 Dwarfs, Thameside Theatre , Orsett Road, Grays, Essex RM17 5DX  4th Dec 2009 to 10th Jan 2010
Starring Catriona Sandison as Snow White; Mark Siney as Dame Dolly Jollybottom; James Campbell as Muddles & Steph Parry as Queen Morgana. Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs is a classic fairy story that will appeal to the whole family. Website http://www.thurrock.gov.uk/theatre/ 
The Playhouse in Harlow
Harlow
 CinerellaCinderella. Harlow Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Harlow, Essex, CM20 1LS    Telephone : 01279 431945 Fri 11th December 2009 - Sun 10th January 2010
Starring Sandra Dickinson (Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, 2 Point 4 Children) as the Fairy Godmother, Ben Hanson (CBBC, The Story of Tracy Beaker) as Buttons and Rob McVeigh (Any Dream Will Do) as Prince Charming, come and join in the festive fun as Harlow Playhouse and New World Productions bring the world's best known and most loved pantomime to life.Packed with great songs, amazing dance routines and plenty of laughter, this is a tremendous treat for all the family you won't want to miss!  HARLOW PLAYHOUSE CLICK
Queens Theatre in Hornchurch
Hornchurch		 Sleeping BeautySleeping Beauty,  Queen's Theatre , Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT  3rd Dec 2009 to 16th Jan 2010
A magical, fun packed panto for boys and girls, Sleeping Beauty is bursting with glitter and magic, song and dance, fun and laughter, spectacular sets, colourful costumes and audience participation. Tickets from £12.50. Website http://www.queens-theatre.co.uk/ 
The Kenneth More Theatre
Ilford
 Snow White & The 7 DwarfsSnow White.   Kenneth More Theatre, Oakfield Road, Ilford, Essex IG1 1BTTel: 0208 5534466    17th Dec-23rd Jan 
As always the pantomime will be a lavish, traditional, fun-filled spectacular suitable for all the family. Various times, £10/£12.
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Rayleigh		 Dick WhittingtonDick Whittington, The Mill Arts and Events Centre , Bellingham Lane, Rayleigh, Essex SS6 7ED  3rd Dec 2009 to 5th Dec 2009
Family Panto by John Morley, with permission by Samuel French Ltd. Performances 7.30p.m. on 3rd and 4th, 1p.m. and 6p.m. on 5th. Tickets £9, Concessions £7. Box Office 01268 771751 Website http://www.themillhall.co.uk/ 
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Southend
  The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, Palace Theatre, 430 London Road, Southend on Sea, Essex SS0 9LA  11th Dec-3rd Jan
Join Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy as they journey through the wardrobe into the magical land of Narnia, encountering many adventures on their way! Various times and prices. Palace Theatre, 01702351135 http://www.thecliffspavilion.co.uk/wrt-productions_details.asp?pid=3134
Cliffs Pavilion in South End On Sea
Westcliff-on-Sea		 Cinerella Cinderella, Cliffs Pavilion , Station Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex, SS0 7RA  12th Dec 2009 to 10th Jan 2010
Brian Conley will lead a superb cast in the Cliffs Pavilion's spectacular Christmas pantomime. Website http://www.thecliffspavilion.co.uk/   Book Tickets Now
Gloucestershire
Everyman Cheltenham
Cheltenham

Sleeping Beauty

Sleeping Beauty, Everyman Theatre,  Regent Street Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL50 1HQ Tel: 01242 572 573  ,27 November 2009 - 10 January 2010
Gloucestershire's biggest and best panto is back! THE EVERYMAN'S ANNUAL, FAMILY-FRIENDLY PANTOMIME IS BACK - BIGGER, BETTER AND FUNNIER THAN EVER. This year it's SLEEPING BEAUTY, the magical tale of the princess destined by a curse to prick her finger on a spinning wheel and fall asleep for a hundred years.  The creative team and many of the cast of the last two record-breaking shows Dick Whittington and Aladdin, are already working to make the 2009 pantomime the best ever.Set in a fairytale kingdom of Camelot with King Arthur and Merlin, we will weave an exciting story full of handsome knights and princes, an evil witch to defeat and a beautiful and sleepy princess to save.  Add to all that a dash of swashbuckling, a crazy schoolroom scene, some slapstick, a sing-a-long and a marathon sleepover - and you're certain to have a really great time.EVERYMAM THEATRE CLICK
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Coleford
 AladdinAladdin. : Forest Theatre, Royal Forest of Dean College, Coleford, Glos. GL16 7JT  phone : 01594 833416 on Sunday 13 December 2009
Aladdin comes to the Forest of Dean. Packed solid with comedy, excitement and adventure. Children will love to cheer their hero Aladdin and boo the evil Abanazar. Roar with laughter at the antics of Wishy Washy and Widow Twanky and gasp with amazement when the Genie appears.  A matinee performance that the whole family will love.Time: 14.00 Tickets: £5 FOREST THEATRE CLICK
Memorial Theatre
Gloucester		 The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe.       Picturedrome Theatre, Barton Street, Gloucester Glos. GL1 4EU phone : 01452 503050 to book     4 December - 3 January 2010
Experience the magic of Narnia!  Come and see The Gloucester Theatre Company’s thrilling production of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe at the newly reopened Picturedrome Theatre. Using masks and puppets to create the enchanted creatures of Narnia, Gloucester’s newest theatre company have created a breathtaking show you will never forget. Join Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy on their journey of adventure and discovery! LION & WITCH CLICK

Gloucester		 Dick WhittingtonDICK WHITTINGTON,  Gloucester Guildhall , Eastgate Street , Gloucester Gloucestershire GL1 1NS Tel: +44 01452 503050   22nd - 30th December 2009
presented by The Panto Company, Gloucester Guildhall & Heart FM - OUR 1st PANTO! Our hero journeys to London to seek his fortune, accompanied by his faithful cat. But gold soon becomes the least of his worries when he is smitten with Alice Fitzwarren, the Alderman's daughter, and is confronted with the baddest of all pantomime baddies - King Rat! Full of up to date songs, great costumes and more fun than your granny can shake a stick at! This Panto is just out there! So if your 3 or 93 or anything in between come and join Dick Whittington and the gang as he travels to Siam, then returns to face his greatest challenge yet - becoming Lord Mayor of London!  Watch out this show travels at a thousand Smiles an hour! Matinee performances will begin at 2.00pm (show starts 2.30pm)  Evening performances will begin at 7.30pm (show starts 8.00pm)  *Please note there will be no performances on Christmas Day, and no matinee performance on Boxing Day. GUILDHALL CLICK

Gloucester
 Scrooge. Gloucester Guildhall , Eastgate Street , Gloucester Gloucestershire GL1 1NS Tel: +44 01452 503050   16 - 19 December 2009
GODS is delighted to present this truly inspirational Christmas musical. Scrooge –The Musical is the story of miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and three ghosts that visit him on Christmas Eve. Bah humbug ! Will he change his ways in time for Christmas? Will the Cratchit family enjoy their meager Christmas celebrations with Tiny Tim ? With the songs Thank You Very Much, December 25th and Father Christmas, this is the one musical to get you into the true spirit of Christmas. God Bless Every One. SCROOGE CLICK
Gloucester Rumplestiltskin , Parish Room , Newent Road, Highnam, Nr Gloucester  23rd Jan 2010 to 30th Jan 2010
Lively pantomime, staged by award-winning Highnam Players. Tel:01452502972. Email:hpdrama@tesco.net Website  
Blackbrook Pavilion
Tewkesbury		 CinerellaCinderella,  The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, GL20 5NX   28th Nov 09 to 3rd Jan 2010
What is it about: Add a large helping of magic, plenty of silly songs, jokes and glitter. Combine with plenty of booing, hissing, the best Ugly Sisters ever and a fabulous script from the writers of TV’s The Tweenies and you have the perfect recipe for a festive treat filled to the brim with fun and frivolity. Let the magic of the Roses' traditional family panto cast its spell this Christmas!  Website: Ross Theatre website 

Greater Manchester
The Lowry in Salford
Salford		 White Christmas The Lowry , Pier 8, Salford Quays, Salford, M50 3AZ  27th Nov 2009 to 9th Jan 2010
The spectacular stage musical of the classic 1954 movie stars Aled Jones, Susanne Shaw and Roy Dotrice. 
Website http://www.thelowry.com/  
The Lowry in Salford
Salford		 Bink and the Hairy Fairy    The Lowry, Pier 8, Salford Quays, Salford, M50 3AZ   27 Dec 09 to 3rd Jan 2010
What is it about: When a wicked sorcerer tries to take over the Elfin Kingdom, Bink must think of a way to stop him. But thinking isn’t exactly Bink’s strong point. If only he was a little bit smarter…if only there was a fairy around to help! With lots of opportunities to hiss and boo and sing along, this fabulous family musical is the perfect fun-filled treat for children this Christmas! Website: Lowry website 
Opera House Theatre Manchester
Manchester		 AladdinOpera House , Quay St, Manchester, M3 3HP  5th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
Classic panto tale from the Arabian Nights. Prepare to boo and hiss as TV soap bad boys Leslie Grantham (best-known for playing Eastender’s Dirty Den), and Gray O’Brien, (well-known for playing Coronation Street crook Tony)  take to the stage as evil Abanazar.  Grantham will play at the White Rock theatre from 11 December — 3 January and O’Brien will take the stage at the Manchester Opera House from 5 — 3 January. I’m sure “he’s behind you” will be more than appropriate throughout these productions Website http://www.manchesteroperahouse.org.uk/   Book Tickets Now
Dancehouse Theatre Manchester
Manchester		 Horrid Henry - Live and Horrid! Dancehouse Theatre, Oxford Road, Manchester. M1 5DA  10th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
For the first time on stage, Henry takes his rightful place in the spotlight! Along with Mum, Dad, Perfect Peter, Moody Margaret and all your favourite characters. Only they're not going to be in the spotlight, not if Henry's got anything to do with it. Website http://www.watershedtheatre.com/ 
Palace Theatre Manchester
Manchester		 The Sound of Music Palace Theatre , Oxford Street, Manchester M1 6FT 15th Dec 2009 to 16th Jan 2010
Connie Fisher returns as Maria in the world's best-loved musical. Website http://www.manchesterpalace.org.uk/   Book Tickets Now
Hampshire
Haymarket, Basingstoke
Basingstoke		 The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe , Haymarket Theatre , Wote Street, Basingstoke, RG21 7NW  4th Dec 2009 to 2nd Jan 2010
Four children find their way through a wardrobe to a magical land, ruled over by the evil White Witch. Based on the book by C.S. Lewis
Website http://www.anvilarts.org.uk/ 
Anvil Basingstoke
Basingstoke		 CinerellaThe Anvil , Churchill Way, Basingstoke, Hampshire  10th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
Starring Anna Williamson and Jamie Rickers - both from CITV's Toonattik, with special guest star SONIA as the Fairy Godmother.
Website http://www.anvilarts.org.uk/ 
Princes Hall Aldershot
Aldershot		 Snow White & The 7 DwarfsPrinces Hall , Princes Way, Aldershot, Hampshire, GU12 4RR 11th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
Fabulous sets, stunning costumes, fantastic dancers, and a great script and cast. Brought together with excellent songs, music and dance numbers and an unforgettable friendly atmosphere. Website http://www.princeshall.com/ 
Bordon Snow White and the Diamond Mine of Gloom Phoenix Theatre and Arts Centre , Phoenix, Station Road, Bordon, Hampshire, GU35 OLR 21st Jan 2010 to 30th Jan 2010
There are seven dwarfs who work in the evil Baron Gloom's diamond mine who must all fight to keep their jobs. Snow White has a wicked stepmother who relies on her magic mirror to tell her that she is the fairest one of all. Website http://www.phoenixarts.co.uk/ 

Fareham
Snow White & The 7 Dwarfs  Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs , Ferneham Hall, Osborn Road, Fareham. PO16 7DBFriday, 11 December 2009 to Sunday, 10 January 2010

The Ferneham Hall website

Fareham

Snow White & The 7 DwarfsSnow White and The Seven Dwarfs.Millennium Hall, HMS Collingwood, Newgate Lane, Fareham. Wednesday 2, December to Sunday, 6 December 2009
Holybourne

Sleeping Beauty

Sleeping Beauty By Alan P Frayn  Holybourne Theatre, London Road,Holybourne,Alton,Hants GU34 4EL  By Phone: 01420 86457     *  Friday 30th Jan (evening)
    * Saturday 31st Jan (evening),     * Friday 6th Feb (evening),     * Saturday 7th Feb (evening),     * Saturday 14th (matinee & evening) The matinee performances start at 2pm and the evening performances at 7pm Directed by Kathy McGill and Ross Baillie The pantomime tickets are now in Waterstones bookshop in Alton High Street (01420 80888). Please come along and have a fun time supporting your performing friends. Tickets are £8 per adult £5 per concession.

Hayling Island		 Ali BabaAli Baba and the Forty Thieves. Station Theatre, Station Road, Hayling Island . Saturday, 23 January and Monday, 25 to Saturday,30 January 2010
A story full of Eastern Delight, set in old Baghdad, Jewel in the Persian Crown. A far-fetched, hilarious fantasy, featuring Forty Thieves – give or take a few! Ali Baba and his beautiful servant Marjana outwit the Bandit Chief and his two idiotic sidekicks with the help of the Good Spirit but not without a few narrow escapes along the way. A Prince and Princess provide the love interest and the Dame provides the laughs. Singing, dancing and jokes a-plenty in this Arabian fantasy and, of course, we have the sand-dancing camel.
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Ventnor, IoW		 Cinerella Ventnor Winter Gardens , Pier Street, Ventnor, IoW PO38 1SZ  10th Dec 2009 to 13th Jan 2010
Ventnor Theatre Group presents a magical christmas treat for all the family! Feature an endearing Cinderella, a lovable Buttons, a handsome prince and many more enchanting characters. Heaps of audience participation and hilarious comedy. Website http://www.ventnorwintergardens.co.uk/ 
Watermill Newbury
Isle of Wight		 CinerellaMedina Theatre , Fairlee Road Newport Isle of Wight PO30 2DX  21st Dec 2009 to 30th Dec 2009
Lose yourself in the magic, in this spectacular family pantomime. This rags to riches love story, is one of the best loved magical pantomimes in history.
Website http://www.medinatheatre.co.uk/ 
New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Portsmouth		 Alice in WonderlandAlice In Wonderland The New Theatre Royal, 20 - 24 Guildhall Walk, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO1 2DD  Tel: +44 023 9264 9000  17 Dec ’09 - 02 Jan ‘09 
The New Theatre Royal’s own Christmas show - not a pantomime but a beautiful family musical telling this much loved classic, with live music, songs and lots of laughs.
All the well-loved characters will be onstage – the Mad Hatter, the Queen of Hearts and the White Rabbit. Meet Tweedle Dum and Tweedle Dee, join in the caucus race (if you dare!) and have tea with the Mad Hatter A colourful, magical show that will be a wonderful Christmas treat for children and their families! NEW THEATRE ROYAL CLICK
Portsmouth Robin Hood (and the Singing Nun), Fisher Hall, Whale Island, Portsmouth Saturday, 5 December to Wednesday, 9 December 2009
Purbrook AladdinAladdin . Purbrook Amateur Theatre, Deverell Hall, London Road, Purbrook  Friday, 11 December and Saturday, 12 December Friday, 18 December and Saturday, 19 December

Purbrook Amateur Theatre website
Watermill Newbury
Southampton
 Santa Claus and the Return of Jack Frost  The Mayflower Theatre, Commercial Road, Southampton SO15 1GE     11 Dec ’09 - 16 Jan ‘10
Santa Claus (Roy Barraclough – BBC1s All the Small Things & Coronation Street) faces his biggest challenge to save the World with the help of his magical chief of elves (Stephen Mulhern – ITV 2’s Britain’s Got More Talent and ITV 1’s Animals Do the funniest Things) Many centuries ago – the evil Jack Frost (Robin Cousins – ITV’s Dancing On Ice) was banished and imprisoned deep within the glaciers of the North Pole. Each winter, as the ground freezes and turns white, he attempts to escape his prison and relinquish his frozen shackles! With global warming, Jack Frost and his evil henchman Thaw, The Glaciator (Sam Bond – Atlas from Sky TV’s Gladiators) finally escape and return to wreak havoc on mankind during the Festive Season. There’s only one man and his team of elves who can stop Frost’s evil plan. A new pantomime full of laughter and slapstick, snowball fights, ice skating, and some familiar Christmas songs accompanied by a full orchestra and star company. A Brilliant Family Festive Treat! MAYFLOWER THEATRE CLICK
Watermill Newbury
Southsea		 Aladdin Aladdin. Kings Theatre , Southsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire   Tel: (023) 9282 8282    09 Dec ’09 - 03 Jan ‘10
 This traditional family panto returns to Southsea near Portsmouth and stars Lisa Riley (Emmerdale) as the Genie and Michael Starke (Brookside) as Wishee. KINGS THEATRE CLICK

Southsea		 CinerellaCinderella , St Peter's Theatre, Fraser Road, Southsea.  Friday, 22 January to Sunday, 24 January 2010 Friday, 29 January to Sunday, 31 January 2010

The Phoenix website
Stubbington Cap'n Hook!  Crofton Community Centre Theatre, Stubbington Lane, Stubbington. PO14 2PP  Thursday, 10 December to Sunday, 13 December 2009
The Crofton Amateur Dramatic Society website
Watermill Newbury
Winchester		 Wizard Of OzThe Wizard of Oz, Theatre Royal, Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire S023 8SB, 01962 840440  9th December - 3rd January 2010
 A young girl, a small dog, one huge pantomime adventure! The Theatre Royal are off to see the Wizard this Christmas and they would love you to join them! Join Dorothy and her friends in this pantomime version of the Wizard of Oz, as they set off along the yellow brick road on a journey packed with surprises. Scarecrow is looking for a new brain, Tinman is in need of a heart and Cowardly Lion is desperate to find some courage. And the party wouldn't be complete without Toto, the cutest, cleverest puppy this side of Kansas. On the way they'll meet mischievous monkeys, mysterious munchkins and the meanest, greenest witch ever to straddle a broomstick! But will they reach their journey's end to find the Wizard of Oz and will he be able to grant them their wishes? You can be sure of one thing - there'll be lots of songs, jokes, boos, hisses and cheering for everyone to join in.  To find out more please click here.
Herefordshire
The Courtyard in Hereford
Hereford		 Beauty & The Beast The Courtyard , Edgar Street, Hereford, HR4 9JR 27th Nov 2009 to 9th Jan 2010
Following the massive success of last year’s Jack and the Beanstalk, The Courtyard brings you the beautiful and timeless tale of Beauty and the Beast. With all the elements of a classic pantomime; goodies, baddies, friendship, adventure, lots of laughs and fantastic songs, all with a Herefordshire twist The Courtyard panto is the must see event of the year.With over 70 performances, a schools’ price, group booker's discount, audio described and sign interpreted performances, adult night and fancy dress shows there is something for everyone.. Website http://www.courtyard.org.uk/ 
The Courtyard in Hereford
Hereford		 The Princess & The PeaPrincess and the Pea, The Courtyard Centre For The Arts, Edgar Street, Hereford    7-19 December 2009
Panto can be a bit scary for the littlest members of the family. That’s why every year we have a special show especially for 2-5 year olds.Once upon a stormy night, while the wind and the rain were howling outside, the Royals were all tucked up warm in bed. Suddenly there came a knock at the door and a very wet, very untidy girl was brought inside. Become part of this playful and comic story of a prince in search of a ‘real’ princess, a clever queen, a girl who is not as she first appears, a tower of mattresses and of course a tiny pea. This quirky and inventive adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s bedtime tale is played out among sheets and blankets with puppets, objects and dreamlike projections. COURTYARD CENTRE CLICK
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Ledbury		 CinerellaThe Market Theatre, Market Street, LEDBURY Herefordshire   HR8 2AQ  21 January 2010 to  30 January 2010
LADS 2010 Pantomime will be Cinderella, to be directed by Andrew Hill. Loads of laughs - loads of corny jokes (oh yes they are) - plus two Dames for the price of one! Tickets £7 (juniors £4) will be available from November 2009. Our Box Office for all live shows (ie. not the Cinema - click here for info.), unless otherwise noted above, is now the Ledbury Tourist Information Centre, who are in the Master's House in St. Katherine's car park.  They offer a telephone booking service on 01531-636147 and credit card payment facilities during those hours.  Patrons may also book there in person.  Tickets for live shows may be bought on the door, subject to availability.   MARKET THEATRE CLICK
Hertfordshire
Watford Palace Theatre in Watford
Watford		 Cinerella Watford Palace Theatre , Clarendon Road, Watford, WD17 1JZ 28th Nov 2009 to 2nd Jan 2010
'Cinderella' is the classic family pantomime and can be seen at Watford Palace Theatre from 28 November 2009 to 2 January 2010.
Website http://www.watfordtheatre.co.uk/   Book Tickets Now

Bishop's Stortford
 Aladdin . Rhodes Arts Complex,  1-3 South Road, Bishop's Stortford, Herts   December 11 2009- January 2 2010
Follow Aladdin's adventures with the lamp in this rollercoaster panto ride featuring the evil Abanazar, the fabulous Widow Twankey and her feckless son Wishee Washee.  Will Aladdin's wishes come true?  Will he defeat his evil uncle and gain the hand of  Princess Jasmine?  Will Widow Twankey EVER get the all the washing done?  You'll have to come to find out!! Stunning scenery, magical effects, thrilling choreography, beautiful costumes, slapstick humour and plenty of audience participation gift wraps Aladdin into the must see panto of the 2009 season! Featuring a professional cast and supported by the Graham School of Dance.RHODES ART CENTRE CLICK
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Hoddesdon		 Peter Pan Broxbourne Civic Theatre , Civic Hall, High Street, Hoddesdon  10 - 31 December 09
An enchanting journey to the Never Land. Christopher Villiers will be leading the cast  with the Citrus Brothers, Blake Scott and Laura Johnson.       This follows the success of ‘Beauty and the Beast’ in December 2008 and 'Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs' in 2007. TV star and film actor Christopher Villiers will be leading the cast as the villainous Captain Hook.  With a career spanning 20 years,Christopher has appeared in many TV and film productions but he is probably best known for his role as Grayson Sinclair, the scandalous solicitor, in the ITV soap ‘Emmerdale’.  See BROXBOURNE WEBSITE

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Welwyn
 Snow White & The 7 Dwarfs. Campus West , The Campus, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL8 6BX  Box Office Telephone: 01707 357117 Wed 09 Dec 2009 to Fri 01 Jan 2010 Presented by Mad About Pantomime Productions .   Conjure up the magic of Christmas with this fabulous family pantomime. This year Campus West brings you the enchanting story of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. CAMPUS WEST CLICK
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Hertford		 Snow White & The 7 Dwarfs. Castle Theatre, Castle Hall, Hertford     29th December to 2nd January 2010
A lively version of Snow White full of audience participation, slapstick comedy and well known songs from High School Musical 3, Miley Cyrus and SClub7.
An occasion for all the family not to be missed. Book early to avoid disappointment. Tickets on sale now. CASTLE HALL CLICK
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Letchworth		 Jack & The Beanstalk. Plinston Hall ,  Broadway, Letchworth Garden City, Herts, SG6 3NX  Tel: 01462 672003  December 27th 2009 to  January 2nd 2010
Presented by St Paul’s Amateur Dramatics Society. Get into the festive spirit with this traditional story about Jack’s adventure up a beanstalk. Plenty of ‘fee-fi-fo-fum’, magic beans and fairy tale fun… Tickets available from 1 Oct to 11 Nov on 01462 677157. Thereafter from Box Office or online. Ticket prices shown are for seating on raised areas. Seating on flat areas is available with discount on £1 per ticket. Under 3s tickets are £3 for all performance. PLINSTON CLICK
The Radlett Centre
Radlett 		Snow White & The 7 Dwarfs  The Radlett Centre, 1 Aldenham Avenue, Radlett Herts. WD7 8HL  Box Office: 01923 859291   12th December 2009 to 3rd January 2010.
A sparkling traditional pantomime with stunning costumes, hilarious antics, dazzling scenery, fabulous live music and loads of audience participation. Follow Snow White’s adventure in the enchanted forest as she tries to escape the evil clutches of her stepmother, the Wicked Queen. Helped along the way by seven little people with big hearts, will she find happiness with a handsome prince? Join in the fun, songs and laughter of this extremely popular fairy story with all your favourite pantomime characters... and a magic mirror! MIRROR, MIRROR ON THE WALL, WHO IS THE FAIREST OF THEM ALL?  RADLETT CENTRE CLICK
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St Albans		  The Little Mermaid   Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St. Albans, Herts, AL1 3LD   12 Dec 09 - 03 Jan 10
 The Little Mermaid, is premiering at The Alban Arena this Christmas! A brand new adaptation of the classic Hans Christian Andersen fairytale, The Little Mermaid features all the traditional elements you would expect to find in the St Albans Pantomime extravaganza, but this year they are giving us a little more… Qdos Entertainment are bringing pantomime into the 21st century. By using state of the art 3D projection and animation some of the characters will literally come to life in front of your very eyes (with the help of 3D glasses – of course!).  Sarah Jane Honeywell is a face anyone with children will be sure to recognise, best known for her work on Cbeebies, where she is a presenter on the preschool magazine show Tikkabilla, The Alban Arena is thrilled to have her on board as Sarah Jane is no stranger to pantomime leads - She had her sixth stint as Peter Pan in Horsham last year and is to star as 'Ariel' in the new Qdos pantomime here in 2009! ALBAN ARENA CLICK
Gordon Craig Theatre
Stevenage
 Jack & The BeanstalkGordon Craig Theatre , Stevenage Arts & Leisure Centre, Lytton Way, Stevenage, Herts SG1 1LZ  Tel: 01438 363200.   29th November 2008 -   25th January 2009 Are you ready for some Fee-Fi-Fo-Fun this Christmas?  Then join our hero Jack this festive season in his magical adventure up the beanstalk!  This truly traditional pantomime combines a thrilling adventure story with a fairytale romance and will feature all the fantastic production elements you have grown to expect of a Gordon Craig Pantomime, stunning sets, beautiful costumes and this year we welcome back, by popular demand, the spectacular lazer light show.  This years cast line up includes, David Spinx, Keith Miller from Eastenders, as the ever so villainous 'Fleshcreep' and the welcomed return of Ben Nicholas, Stingray from Neighbours, who will take on the role as handsome Jack. Other stars include Paul Laidlaw who will be playing Dame Trott as well as Directing this spectacular. Scott St Martyn takes on the role of 'King Neil', Paul Burling as 'Silly Billy', Claire Huckle as 'Princess Tamara' and Kate Burrell as the ever so cute 'Sugarsnap'. STEVENAGE LEISURE CLICK
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Rickmansworth
Snow White & The 7 Dwarfs.    Watersmeet,  High Street,  Rickmansworth  Herts WD3 1EH   Box Office on 01923 711063  11 December 2009 - 3 January 2010
There’s only one venue in Hertfordshire which has a professional pantomime with handsome heroes, pretty princesses and this year, seven little people too!
Snow White & the Wicked Queen.This year’s Watersmeet pantomime is the enchanting story of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The classic tale will be brought bang up to date with magical toe tingling 21st century touches from producers Paul Holman Associates, who will be presenting their twelfth pantomime at Watersmeet and promise an action packed extravaganza of entertainment. Spells, trickery and evilness will be dished up in true panto villainous style by Allo, Allo's Kim Hartman, who will be aided and abetted by Emmerdale's Richard Grieve as Herman the Henchman.We're confident that Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs will be the best Snow White, the Wicked Queen & an Apple Ipod Touch!pantomime in Hertfordshire this year. We're so confident we have a Snow White Fair Deal on ticket prices and if that wasn't enough, during November we will be entering everyone who books tickets into a free draw to win an Apple iPod Touch! Now there's an offer more tempting than a Golden Delicious, with more crunch than a Granny Smith and more bite than a Pink Lady!   WATERSMEET CLICK

Potters Bar		 AladdinWyllyotts Theatre , Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, EN6 2HN  10th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
Join us for a brand new spectacular adventure! This is a magical pantomime based on the classic tale! Tickets are priced from £11.50 and are available to purchase by calling the Wyllyotts Theatre Box Office on 01707 645005. Website http://www.wyllyottscentre.co.uk/ 
Public Hall Harpenden
Harpenden		 Jack & The Beanstalk Eric Morecambe Theatre, Harpenden Public Halls , Southdown Road, Harpenden AL5 1PD 17th Dec 2009 to 20th Dec 2009
Chris Law's giant family pantomime! Box Office 01582 767 525 Ticket prices £11 and £9 concessions (Saturday 2pm and Sunday 3pm £12 / £10)
Website http://www.leisureconnection.co.uk/centre/4/88/harpenden_public_hall.html 
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Hoddesdon 		Cinerella Broxbourne Civic Theatre , Civic Hall, High Street, Hoddesdon  8th Jan 2010 to 16th Jan 2010
For everybody aged 3 to 133. Top value fun and spectacular show by Broxbourne Theatre Company, winner of best local NODA panto award for last two years. Concs and parties from £7.50, ALL seats under £11. Website http://www.panto.org.uk/ 

Watford		 Snow White & The 7 DwarfsSt. Peters Church Hall , Bushey Mill Lane, Watford 28th Jan 2010 to 30th Jan 2010
Knutsford Phoenix Theatre Group proudly presents Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Fun for all the family, suitable for all ages. Lot's of laughs and the occasional custard pie! Website http://www.kptg.co.uk/ 
Kent
Winter Gardens - Margate
Margate		 Peter Pan Winter Gardens ,Fort Crescent, Margate, CT9 1HX  2nd Dec 2009 to 6th Dec 2009
MOS presents its traditional family pantomime. Performances Nightly Wed to Sat @ 7.30pm. Matineee Sat & Sun @ 2.30pm tickets £8.50 with concessions for OAP & Children. WG Box Office 01843 292795. MOS Box Office 01843 297780  Website http://www.margatewintergardens.co.uk/ 
Marlowe Canterbury
Canterbury		 Peter PanThe Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury
Comedian Adrian Edmondson (Eddie Hitler in Bottom, Vivien in The Young Ones and husband of Jennifer Saunders) will play Captain Hook in the Kent theatre’s panto this year. He is joined by Dave Lee as Tinkerbell and comedy actor Ben Roddy as Smee.
Churchill Theatre Bromley
Bromley		 Sleeping BeautyChurchill Theatre , High Street, Bromley, Kent, BR1 1HA  4th Dec 2009 to 17th Jan 2010
Starring popular ex-Brookside and Shout! actress Claire Sweeney as Carrion the Wicked Fairy and funnyman Kev Orkian as Chester the Court Jester. This year’s hilarious and truly traditional pantomime Sleeping Beauty promises a fairytale ending for your Christmas celebrations with more jokes and join-in-fun than any other. Not to mention show-stopping song and dance, larger-than-life characters, colourful costumes and spectacular sparkling sets. Sleeping Beauty tells the tale of a beautiful princess who pricks her finger and falls into a deep sleep – thanks to an evil spell cast upon her by the wicked fairy. Will her true love be able to awaken her and save the kingdom from this enchantment? . Website http://www.theambassadors.com/churchill/ 
Orchard Building Outside
Dartford 		CinerellaThe Orchard, Dartford ,The Orchard, Home Gardens, Dartford, Kent DA1 1ED 5th Dec 2009 to 10th Jan 2010
The most magical pantomime of them all Cinderella will be brought to life in a spectacular production at The Orchard this Christmas.
Website http://www.orchardtheatre.co.uk/ 
Central Theatre Chatham
Chatham		 Aladdin The Central Theatre , 170 High Street, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4AS  11th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
With Star Trek legend George Takei, Cbeebies? Mr Maker Phil Gallagher, and former EastEnders star Shaun Williamson. Tickets from £12.50 for adults and £8.50 for children. Group offers and early booking discounts available. Website http://www.medwaypanto.co.uk/ 
Hawkhurst Alice in WonderlandAlice in Wonderland - The Panto Marlborough House School Theatre , High Street, Hawkhurst 11th Dec 2009 to 13th Dec 2009
Join Alice and her Mum down the rabbit hole as she battles to rescue the Golden Heart and save Wondeland from eternal darkness. Tickets just £5/£4(conc's) Visit the website or call the box office on 07807544872. Website http://www.hawkhurstamdram.co.uk/ 
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Sevenoaks		 Dick WhittingtonStag Theatre ,London Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 1ZZ  12th Dec 2009 to 2nd Jan 2010
Starring Michelle Gayle, CBBC's Sophie McDonnell, Lolly (aka Anna Kumble) and Trojan from Gladiators (aka Mark Griffin). Tickets £14.50, concessions £12.50.
Website http://www.sevenoakspanto.com/ 

Tunbridge Wells		 Peter PanPeter Pan Assembly Hall Theatre ,Crescent Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN1 2LU  12th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
A magical pantomime awash with swash and buckle! Starring Ray Meagher Alf Stewart in Home and Away as Captain Hook. Special discounts for online booking and early bird offers available till 30 Sep. Website http://www.assemblyhalltheatre.co.uk/ 
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Chatham		 Cinerella The Britannia Theatre, Dickens World , Leviathan Way, Chatham Maritime, Kent, ME4 4LL  12th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
Traditional family pantomime all ticket prices include a burger, jelly & soft drink. Selected dates apply, Tickets from £6 £12
Website http://www.dickensworld.co.uk/ 
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Folkestone		 Aladdin The Tower Theatre ,North Road, Folkestone, Kent CT20 3DH  1st Jan 2010 to 10th Jan 2010
Fabulous, family show by the FHODS. Full of colour and spectacle. Tickets from £7.00 concessions avalaible. Box Office 01303 223925. Free parking in Theatre car park. Website http://towertheatrefolkestone.co.uk/ 
Herne Bay AladdinKings Hall , East Cliff Parade, Herne Bay, Kent CT6 5HU  7th Jan 2010 to 10th Jan 2010
Theatrecraft presents the magical adventure of Aladdin. Performances Thu to Sat @ 7.30pm. Matinees Sat & Sun @ 2.30pm. Tickets £10.00 with group offers and concessions available.
Website http://www.theatrecraft.org.uk/ 
Dover Discovery
Dover		 Little Red Riding HoodLittle Red Riding Hood Dover Town Hall , Biggin Street, Dover, Kent  12th Jan 2010 to 16th Jan 2010
A fantastic brand new pantomime filled with jokes and fun, songs and dances, suitable for the whole family. The classic tale with a fab twist!! Tickets available £5 £8 Boxoffice: 01304 240477  Website  
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Sevenoaks		 Robin HoodStag Community Arts Centre, London Road, Sevenoaks, TN13 1ZZ  28th Jan 2010 to 31st Jan 2010
A refreshing new take on the old legend, with Robin Hood and his (very) camp followers, the Merry Men. It has two villains in the evil Prince John and the even eviler Sheriff of Nottingham, and an outrageous dame, Jemima Gusset. Website http://www.stagsevenoaks.co.uk/ 
Lancashire
Thwaites Empire Theatre in Blackburn
Blackburn 		Jack & The Beanstalk Thwaites Empire Theatre ,Aqueduct Road, Blackburn 8th Dec 2009 to 2nd Jan 2010
Sit back and be ready to be entertained with our Magical production of 'Jack and The Beanstalk'. Only Jack, with help from Fairy Loriel and Daisy the Cow, can save Elvandale from the Giant Blunderbore and his evil henchman Fleshcreep. 01254685500 Website http://www.thwaitesempiretheatre.co.uk/ 
King Georges Hall in Blackburn
Blackburn		 Cinerella King George's Hall , Northgate, Blackburn, BB2 1AA  10th Dec 2009 to 31st Jan 2010
Starring Phil Walker, Kevin Simm (Liberty X) and Hannah Telford. Website http://www.kinggeorgeshall.com/   Book Tickets Now
The Grand Theatre in Blackpool
Blackpool 
Peter Pan  Grand Theatre, 33 Church Street, Blackpool, Lancashire FY1 1HT    Box Office 01253 290190          Friday 04 December to Sunday 03 January 2010
Starring: Gary Turner (Emmerdale), Barney Harwood (from CBBC’s Prank Patrol, Bear Behaving Badly and Basil's Swap Shop), back by popular demand Steve Royle from BBC Radio Lancashire and acrobatics from the The Nitwits. Theatre Website Click

Pendle Hippodrome Theatre
Colne		 Snow White & The 7 DwarfsPendle Hippodrome Theatre, New Market St, Colne, Lancs BB8 9BJ 11th Dec 2009 to 13th Dec 2009
A fun and colourful Panto written and directed by David Dale, will Snow White get her Prince David before the Wicked Queens evil plans succeed, well we all know the answer to that, YAAAAA, of course Snow white, Sally Sausage, Muddles and the 7 dwarfs. Website http://www.phtheatre.co.uk/ 
Leicestershire & Rutland
The church hall
Leicester 		Dick WhittingtonDick Whittington. Holy Apostles Church Hall , Fosse Rd. South Leicester  4th Dec 2009 to 5th Dec 2009
11hr Productions brings you a Traditional Family Pantomime this Christmas by John Shaw. Join Dick Whittington and his faithfull Cat Tommy as they travel to London to seek their fortune! Website http://www.11hr-productions.co.uk/ 
peepul centre
Leicester 		Aladdin Aladdin Peepul Centre , Orchardson Avenue, Leicester. LE4 6DP  9th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
Traditional, fun, family pantomime with lavish sets, dazzling effects and a fantastic cast! What the audience said last year: 'The show was magical, the cast professional, the costumes stunning, the music excellent totally positive experience.' Website http://www.peepulcentre.com/ 
De Montfort Hall in Leicester
Leicester
Scrooge , De Montfort Hall, Granville Rd, Leicester LE1 7RU. Box Office: 0116 233 3111 15 Dec to 1o Jan
Tommy Steele’s return to the London Palladium in Scrooge sent him into the record books as the star to have headlined the most performances at London’s most famous theatre. A prestigious plaque was mounted at the Palladium to honour this extraordinary achievement.  Tommy’s legendary career includes over twenty hit singles, Hollywood movie hits such as The Happiest Millionaire and Fininan’s Rainbow, and countless award winning stage musicals such as Half a Sixpence, Hans Anderson and Singing in the Rain.The ideal Christmas treat, Scrooge is a heartwarming family story with stunning sets and costumes, specially created illusions by magician Paul Kieve (acclaimed for the magical effects in the Harry Potter films) and a fantastic musical score which features the Oscar-nominated hit Thank You Very Much. DE MONTFORT HALL CLICK 

Leicester		 Peter Pan Peter Pan: A Musical   Curve Rutland Street, Leicester, LE1 1TQ.  Tel: 0116-253-0021 Wed 9th Dec 2009 to Sat 23rd Jan 2010
A delightful family musical, this festive favourite comes to Curve with an original score and spectacular effects, taking full advantage of the building`s state-of-the-art technical facilities. From the Croc with the clock to Tinkerbell, the magic of this timeless tale will be given flight as it leaves Leicester behind and sets a course for Neverland.... E-mail: enquiries@leicestertheatretrust.co.ukWeb: http://www.curveonline.co.uk
Loughborough Robin Hood  Loughborough Students Union (map) , Ashby Road, Loughborough Leicester, LCE LE11 3T  Dec 20, 2009 3:30 pm (Sunday)

 

Loughborough Beauty & The BeastBeauty and the Beast# Loughborough Town Hall    Market Place, Loughborough, Leics, LE11 3EB. Tel: 01509 231914 Fax: 01509-240617
   Wed 9th Dec 2009 to Sun 10th Jan 2010
Once upon a time..... there was a handsome but selfish young prince who fell foul of a sorceress and was doomed to spend the next five hundred years hidden in his castle in the guise of a grotesque beast. Could anyone ever love such a beast and unlock the cruel spell? From the team that bought you Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast is a spectacular re-telling of this enchanting story. With the help of her madcap pals, the `glamorous` Dame Dorothy Doo-It, B.U.M. (Buster of Unsightly Mess) and her wilfully, witless son Willy Doo-it, can Beauty outwit the arrogant bully Eugene and his odious sidekick Pimple and break the spell? Be whisked away on Dorothy`s amazing Hyper-Drive Hoover and join an exciting race against time, filled with fun, adventure, laughter, a magical rose, an enchanted mirror and incredible special effects. Will they save the Beast from his ill-fated destiny? With your help, yes they can! Music, Magic, Mayhem and Make-believe: a `beauty-full` Christmas treat! Performance times and prices vary. Please contact venue for details Tel: 01509-2312914 E-mail: box.office@charnwood.gov.ukWeb: http://www.loughboroughtownhall.co.uk
Oakham Museum
Oakham		 Robin HoodRobin Hood  Rutland County Museum, Catmose Street, Oakham, Rutland    LE15 6HW Tel: 01572 758440 Saturday 12th December - 11:00am & 2:00pm
Have an hour of fun with us watching Robin and his best pal Basset put on their amazing mischevious adventure! See how he defeats the evil Hag of Nottingham and goes on to win the love of the beautiful Maid Marion - with bucketloads of fun and antics along the way. How long will the cheeky Robin get away with stealing from the rich and giving to the poor? Join us and find out!  RUTLAND MUSEUM CLICK
Lincolnshire
Skegness Aladdin Butlins Skegness, Butlins Skegness, Lincolnshire, PE25 1NJ  17th Jul 2009 to 5th Jan 2010
Every Butlins break gives you the opportunity to see a Storybook Panto. At Butlins Skegness see the classic pantomine story of Aladdin as part of the entertainment included in every break, all year round. Website http://www.butlins.com/resorts/skegness/
Caistor Cinerella Caistor Town Hall , High Street, Caistor, LN7 6TX  2nd Dec 2009 to 5th Dec 2009
A traditional family panto, full of new (and corny) comedy, popular music, and loads of audience participation. Great value for everyone. Tickets from Caistor P/O or phone 01472 851212. Evenings at 7.30 plus matinee on Saturday afternoon. Website http://www.catstheatre.co.uk/ 
Grimsby Auditorium
Grimsby		 Jack & The Beanstalk Grimsby Auditorium , Cromwell Road, Great Grimsby, NE Lincolnshire, Grimsby, DN31 2BH  10th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
Fe Fi Fo Fum -favourite panto story of jack, his cow and some overgrown geenery.Jack and the Beanstalk, Grimsby Auditorium
The one and only Chesney Hawkes will play Jack in this Grimsby production   Although a little embarrassing to admit, I am sure the star who shot to fame in the 90s will do a great job and pull in the crowds. I work with a lady, who, if she didn’t get teased would probably put pictures of the man all over her desk and therefore I am confident with Chesney in the line up, the crowds will come rushing. Website http://www.grimsbyauditorium.org.uk/   Book Tickets Now
Lincoln Sleeping Beauty and The Dragon of Fury Lincoln Drill Hall ,Free School Lane, Lincoln LN2 1EY 15th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
Sleeping Beauty is the most enchanting of all panto's & for the first time in Lincoln, with an animated fire breathing dragon, this traditional professional panto is sure to be a Christmas Treat! Tickets from only £5. Book early Website http://www.lincolndrillhall.com/ 
Embassy Theatre in Skegness
Skegness		 Jack & The Beanstalk Embassy Theatre ,Grand Parade, Skegness, PE25 2UG  15th Dec 2009 to 30th Dec 2009
With all the elements of the traditional pantomime and much more, Jack and the Beanstalk at the Embassy Theatre Skegness, is set to enchant and excite audiences of all ages with this classic adventure for all the family. Box Office 0845 674 0505 Website http://www.embassytheatre.co.uk/ 
Stamford Cinerella Casterton Business & Enterprise College , Ryhall Road, Great Casterton, Stamford, Lincs PE9 4AT  23rd Jan 2010 to 24th Jan 2010
Love and romance along with Evil and Good. Lots of laughs from Buttons and the comedy Duo 'Dim and Wit', lots of Chorus singing and dancing, a bit of Fairy Magic from the help of Cinderella's Fairy Godmother. Website http://www.skamp.webs.com/ 
Sleaford The Grinch: The Panto Carre's Grammar School , Northgate, Sleaford, Lincs., NG34 7DD  4th Feb 2010 to 5th Feb 2010
A musical pantomime version of the Dr Seuss story performed by students from the three Sleaford schools. Tickets on sale at the school office or on the door. Suitable for adults and children aged 7+. Website http://www.carres.lincs.sch.uk/ 

London  &  Middlesex Pantomimes 2009/2010
Roll up! Roll up!  For The Wessex Tourist Board's complete list of Christmas shows and family pantomimes in London & Middlesex. Our round-up includes treats for tiny tots, festive family productions and, of course, traditional pantos. It wouldn't be Christmas without them
Aladdin Millfield Theatre Silver Street, Edmonton, London, N18 1PJ  26th Nov 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
A tale of exotic lands, Chinese laundries, genies, emperors and evil sorcerers, magic lamps, caves and flying carpets. Booking is now open to follow the antics of loveable rogue Aladdin and his long suffering mother, the delightfully saucy Widow Twanky.
Website http://www.millfieldtheatre.co.uk/   Book Tickets Now
Aladdin Hackney Empire , 291 Mare Street, London E8 1EJ  28th Nov 2009 to 9th Jan 2010
Expect familiar faces from London's West End as well our Hackney panto regulars. Don't miss London's favourite holiday treat!
Website http://www.hackneyempire.co.uk/   Book Tickets Now
Aladdin New Wimbledon Theatre, The Broadway,  Wimbledon, London  SW19 1QG Tel: 0844 871 7615 Friday 04 December 2009 to Sunday 10 January 2010
Anita Dobson is the latest star to join Ruby Wax, Pamela Anderson and Paul O’Grady in sharing the role of the Genie of the Lamp in the forthcoming pantomime spectacular Aladdin – the pantomime that everyone is talking about! NEW WIMBLEDON THEATRE CLICK
A Christmas Carol or Scrooge

A Christmas Carol
 Arts Theatre, 6-7 Great Newport Street, London, WC2H 7JB info@artstheatrewestend.com  tel: 0207 836 8531 11 Nov 2009 — 10 Jan 2010
When Christmas-hating Sidney and his nephew Danny accidentally get locked into a theatre, the last thing they expect is to have to perform A Christmas Carol on stage in front of an expectant audience, aided by two out-of-work actors, the resident theatre cat, and a mouse with stage fright. But of course this is no ordinary night in the theatre, and a sumptuous sprinkling of festive charm is about to transform this Dickens classic like never before... So as they set about putting on a show with whatever props and costumes they can get their hands on, and with a little help from the audience too, we're whisked away on Scrooge's magical journey to rediscover his love of life, mankind and Christmas. Will Sid learn his own lessons as he plays the famous miser himself? Will Charlie the mouse ever pluck up the nerve to play Tiny Tim? And how on earth will four humans, a cat and a mouse tell the story of A Christmas Carol? Presented by a company of extraordinary performers, including Gareth Hale as Scrooge, this festive treat is adapted by Susie McKenna with an original score by Steven Edis, the creative team behind the award-winning Christmas productions at The Hackney Empire. This enchanting, feel-good musical version of Dickens' much-loved tale is set to delight young and old alike this Christmas. So Humbug be blowed — come and enjoy the fun! ARTS THEATRE CLICK
The Snowman The Peacock Theatre , Portugal Street, LONDON, WC2A 2HT  2nd Dec 2009 to 10th Jan 2010
Music and lyrics by Howard Blake, directed by Bill Alexander. Birmingham Rep in Raymond Briggs's wordless tale of a lonely boy who builds a snowman which magically comes alive one night, embellished with delicious choreography by Robert North. Much of the second half is a dance spectacular in which the boy meets Father Christmas in a winter wonderland inhabited by snowmen from all over the globe. The highlight comes when boy and Snowman 'fly' to the tune of Howard Blake's 'Walking In The Air'. Age 2+.  Website http://www.peacocktheatre.com/   Book Tickets Now
A Christmas Carol or Scrooge
A Christmas Carol		 2Dec 2-Jan 10 2010 King's Head Theatre, 115 Upper St, London, N1 1QN    Dec 2-Jan 10 2010
Phil Willmott's musical adaptation of Dickens's seasonal classic, set to traditional carols and popular classical themes, sees the author spinning his yarn to a crowd of onlookers in a Victorian backstreet.King's Head Theatre website
The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus Arts Depot, 5 Nether St, London, N12 0GA   Dec 4-Jan 3 2010
This Christmas tale by L Frank Baum, creator of 'The Wizard of Oz', follows the story of Santa back to his roots as a boy raised by wood nymphs, and imagines how he came up with the magical idea to deliver presents to every boy and girl. It's presented here by Big Wooden Horse. Age 4+. http://www.artsdepot.co.uk
Mrs Wobble the Waitress   Theatre Peckham, Havil St, London, SE5 7SD    Dec 5-20 2009
Adapted and directed by Teresa Early, this precarious production based on Janet and Allan Ahlberg's 'Happy Families' books, puts clumsy Mrs Wobble in charge of soon to be flying sausage rolls and salads. Age 4+.  http://www.theatrepeckham.co.uk/
Stick Man
 Soho Theatre, 21 Dean St, London, W1D 3NE      Dec 10-Jan 10 2010
Scamp Theatre present a puppet-led adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's tale of a twiggy character, Stickman, who lives in his stick family tree, with his stick lady love, and their three stick children. Age 3+.  website:http://www.sohotheatre.com/
Splish Splash!
 Little Angel Theatre, 14 Dagmar Passage, Cross St, London, N1 2DN        Dec 10-Jan 31 2010
Written by Lyndie Wright and directed by Christopher Leith, the revival of this puppetry piece from 2006 provides lots of interaction and an opportunity for young children to enjoy a watery world. Age 2-5.  website: http://www.littleangeltheatre.com/
Pied Piper
 
 Barbican Theatre, Silk St, London, EC2Y 8DS       Dec 10-Jan 2 2010
nspired by Robert Browning's poem 'The Pied Piper of Hamelin', Boy Blue Entertainment's 'Hip-Hop Dance Revolution' mixes hip-hop moves, breakdancing and soulful beats. The show won an Olivier award after its first run at Stratford East. Website: http://www.barbican.org.uk/
Pinocchio
Pinocchio		 Chickenshed Theatre, Chase Side, Southgate London N14 4PE  Wednesday 9 December 2009 with performances at 3.30pm and 7.30pm until Saturday 16 January 2010
From the moment old man Geppetto carves his little puppet, trouble abounds – Pinocchio wants to be a real boy!  Pinocchio’s journey takes him from circus to school, from the strange world of Freetown to the ocean and back home again. Pursued by a devious fox and his sidekick, he must learn what it is to have the heart and soul of a human. Beset by dangers and pitfalls, Pinocchio makes his way through a surreal world of naughty children, magical princesses and crickets with a conscience. Oh – and of course his nose grows, and grows and grows!  Carlo Collodi’s magical tale Pinocchio brought to life with a cast of over 200 people on stage. Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without Chickenshed’s seasonal offering, so book tickets soon to guarantee seats for you, your family and friends.
This heart-warming, original version of this timeless classic features Chickenshed’s inimitable and exuberant style with music, laughter, tears and not a little drama. Wood they lie to you?  Tickets Pinocchio opens on Wednesday 9 December 2009 with performances at 3.30pm and 7.30pm until Saturday 16 January 2010. Schools matinee performances at 12pm and 1pm  Find out more and book tickets
www.chickenshed.org.uk
Something Else Chelsea Theatre, Worldís End Place, London, SW10 0DR   Dec 1-23 2009
An adaptation of a children's picture book by Kathryn Cave and Chris Riddell which explores the touching friendship between two unusual creatures, Something and Something Else, from Tall Stories, the company behind 'The Gruffalo'. Age 3+.  Website: http://www.chelseatheatre.org.uk/
Goldilocks & The 3 Bears
Goldilocks And The Three Bears		 Polka Theatre, 240 The Broadway, London, SW19 1SB      Until Feb 19 2010
The Polka's new, playful version of the fairytale, directed by Jonathan Lloyd with music by Julian Butler (both of whom worked on 'How to Catch a Star') is accessible to a wide range of audiences including visually impaired children and there are special versions for children aged 1-2 (early booking advised). Age 3-5. Website: http://www.polkatheatre.com/
Christmas Baking Time Lyric Hammersmith, King St, London, W6 0QL  Nov 27-Jan 3 2010, 
A multisensory experience for younger children from Oily Cart, with seasonal baking aromas, doughy characters and snow storms of flour. Age 3-6.Website: http://www.lyric.co.uk/
Dr Seuss's The Cat in the Hat
 National Theatre, Cottesloe, South Bank, London, SE1 9PX  Dec 11-Jan 18 2010,
Tickets are disappearing quickly for Dr Seuss's classic tale, adapted and directed by Katie Mitchell for three to six year olds. It opens in the National's Cottesloe and moves to the Young Vic in Jan. Website: http://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/
Cinerella Unicorn Theatre, Tooley St, London, SE1 2HZ            Dec 5-Jan 24 2010
Phil Porter, the writer behind last year's production of 'The Flying Machine', presents a new comedy version of the classic fairytale, set in on a floating retirement home for elderly magicians. Age 6+       website:. http://www.unicorntheatre.com/
Cinerella Jackson's Lane , 269a Archway Road, London, N6 5AA  7th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
In our brilliantly updated version, Cinderella finds herself transported into a world of reality TV, fame and fashion as she seeks her true love on Britain?s favourite talent show, set against a modern, funky soundtrack. Website http://www.jacksonslane.org.uk/ 
Dick Whittington South London Theatre , 2a Norwood High Street, London SE27 9NS  8th Dec 2009 to 19th Dec 2009
Dick Whittington is out to seek his fortune! He’s off to London with his faithful cat Puss and hopes to make some money, meet the girl of his dreams, and who knows, maybe even someday become the Lord Mayor.  Website http://www.southlondontheatre.co.uk/ 
Aladdin Shaw Theatre , 100-110, Euston Road, London, NW1 2AJ  10th Dec 2009 to 2nd Jan 2010
Rub the mystical, magical lamp, enter a creepy cave of wonders and be transported on a fantastical flying carpet into the Stratocaster sphere as we enter the wondrous world of Aladdin - the Rock and Roll pantomime, from the creators of the Tweenies.
Website http://www.shaw-theatre.com/   Book Tickets Now
Cinerella Broadway Theatre Catford , Catford Broadway Catford SE6 4RU  12th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
Starring CBBC's Otis Deley and with stunning sets and an array of special effects and lavish scenery, Cinderella promises romance, comedy and adventure. Website http://www.broadwaytheatre.org.uk/ 
Cinerella Beck Theatre , Grange Road, HAYES, UB3 2UE  12th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
Fairy Godmother, Ugly Sisters and Prince Charming too! Cinderella at The Beck Theatre especially for you With Buttons, glass slippers and pumpkins galore It's a spectacular panto you're sure to adore.  Website http://www.becktheatre.org.uk/   Book Tickets Now
Dick Whittington The Rosemary Branch Theatre , 2 Shepperton Road, London N1 3DT  18th Dec 2009 to 10th Jan 2010
Charles Court Opera return for their third year at the Rosie bringing you London's silliest, classiest and most intimate pantomime experience with music from Mozart to Meatloaf and beyond... Website http://www.rosemarybranch.co.uk/ 
Goldilocks & The 3 Bears
Goldilocks And The Three Bears 		Chingford Assembly Hall Theatre , Station Road, Chingford, London, E4 7EN  18th Dec 2009 to 20th Dec 2009
Boo the evil Squire, cheer on Robin Hood as the not so bright Goldilocks gets lost in a wild forest and is held hostage by 3 cuddly bears. London Borough Of Waltham Forest's official pantomime for Winter 2009. A real festive treat.  Website http://www.walthamforestpanto.co.uk/ 
Shrek & The Beanstalk Millfield Theatre , Silver Street, Edmonton, London, N18 1PJ  6th Jan 2010 to 10th Jan 2010
This modern prouduction is a uniqe fusion between the world of pantomime and fairytale.Join Shrek, Donkey & Puss as they climb the beanstalk to the land of Far Far Away to save Princess Fiona and the shrekettes from the evil Fairy Godmother.
Website http://www.millfieldtheatre.co.uk/   Book Tickets Now
Rapunzel Oldfield Primary School , Oldfield Lane North, Greenford, Middlesex 7th Jan 2010 to 9th Jan 2010
Holy Cross Players proudly present their all new production. Tickets from £5.50 to £7.50. The best value panto this festive season!
Website http://www.holycrossplayers.org.uk/ 
Dick Whittington The Greig City Academy , High Street Hornsey N8 7NU  13th Jan 2010 to 16th Jan 2010
The Crouch End Players debut panto performance. Join Dick and Tommy, his faithful cat, on their adventures in London and Morocco. Who will win the day? Dick, his friends and the Good Fairy Bowbelle or the evil King Rat?  Website  
Jack & The BeanstalkJack and the Beanstalk Brent Town Hall , Forty Lane, Wembley, Middlesex , HA9 9HD  14th Jan 2010 to 17th Jan 2010
Come with Jack, as he embarks upon a fantastic journey, to a land where Giants roar, Harps sing and Hens lay golden eggs! The Chameleons, performing Pantomimes since 1971, are proud to present this timeless story of Jack and his magic beans! There’s Daisy the Cow of course and the adventures are all for the love of his childhood sweetheart Jill. Will Jack triumph over the Giant? Will he get to marry Jill? Will those hopeless henchmen turn good in the end? Well there’s only one way to find out!. Website http://www.thechameleons.co.uk/

Merseyside
Floral Pavilion in New Brighton
New Brighton		 CinerellaFloral Pavilion Theatre , Virginia Road, New Brighton, Wirral. CH45 2LH  25th Nov 2009 to 28th Nov 2009
This year the Chrysanthemums Pantomime Society will be putting on Cinderella in the brand new Floral Pavilion.
Website http://www.chrysanths-pantomime.com/   
Southport Theatre and Convention Centre
Southport		 Jack & The Beanstalk Southport Theatre , Promenade, Southport, SOUTHPORT, PR9 0DZ  10th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
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.  Website http://www.southporttheatre.org.uk/   Book Tickets Now

Liverpool		 Peter Pan Liverpool Empire , Lime Street, Liverpool, L1 1JE  10th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
Do you believe in fairies? We do! Fly away with us this Christmas as we take you on a spectacular journey of wonder and excitement into the magical world of Neverland. Come join Peter, Wendy and the lost boys on their journey to save Tinkerbell from the villainous Captain Hook, his bumbling sidekick Smee and their crew of dastardly pirates. It will be a thrilling ride of laughter and joy that will captivate both young and old with stunning special effects, brand new sumptuous sets and costumes and a good helping of fairy dust. This year we bring you another fantastic pantomime cast! Henry Winkler will be making you all boo and hiss as the evil Captain Hook, whilst Natasha Hamilton will be wowing you with her flying skills as Peter Pan. After his hilarious turn as Buttons in last year's Cinderella, Les Dennis will be donning some wildly fabulous frocks as the funniest dame in panto land. Radio City 96.7's Rick Vaughn is also a welcome addition to the cast as Starkey the Pirate.Website http://www.liverpoolempire.org.uk/  
Liverpool Dick Whittington Contemporary Urban Centre , Greenland Street, off Parliament Street, L1 0BS  14th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
Corrie's mad, bad Les Battersby (Bruce Jones) takes on the role of King Rat alongside cute Eton Road boybander David Heath as Dick. Come down with the kids,throw your popcorn at Les you know you want to..  Website http://www.contemporaryurbancentre.org/ 
Floral Pavilion in New Brighton
New Brighton		 Snow White & The 7 Dwarfs Floral Pavilion Theatre , Virginia Road, New Brighton, Wirral. CH45 2LH  19th Dec 2009 to 12th Jan 2010
Traditional family fun panto starring Liverpool favourite PETE PRICE as Muddles,PAULINE DANIELS as the'Wicked Queen'and with the filmed performance of KEN DODD as the Magic Mirror !
Website http://www.floralpavilion.com/ 
Norfolk

Cromer 		Seaside Special Christmas 2009 Cromer Pavilion Theatre The Pier, Cromer, Norfolk NR27 9HE    Telephone: 01263 512495  Saturday, 5 - Monday, 28 December.
This year's festive showcase of the renowned Seaside Special on the pier features Olly Day, Keith Loads, Sophie Bloom, Eddie Bushell and the Christmas Seaside Special Dancers.
For more information visit the Cromer Pier and Pavilion Theatre website.
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Dereham		 AladdinAladdin Dereham Memorial Hall , Hallmark, 12 Nelson Pl Dereham, NR19 1EA   Tel: 01362 694222 Sunday, 27 December 2009 - Saturday, 2 January 2010.
This is a traditional pantomime by the Dereham Operatic Society packed with magic, fun, music and songs for the whole family.
For more information visit the Dereham Operatic Society website.
The Pavilion Theatre, Gorleston, Norfolk
Gorleston		 Dick WhittingtonDick Whittington  Gorleston Pavilion Theatre,Pier Gardens,  Gorleston-on-Sea Norfolk NR31 6PP telephone: (01493) 662832 -  Monday, 14 December 2009 - Sunday, 3 January 2010.
Ohyesitiz Productions return to the Pavilion Theatre with their fun packed family pantomime.
For more information go to the Gorleston Pavilion Theatre website.
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Great Yarmouth 		Christmas Spectacular and Water Show  Great Yarmouth Hippodrome, St. Georges Road. Great Yarmouth. Norfolk NR302EU.   BOX OFFICE   Telephone 01493 844172-  Saturday, 12 December 2009 - Sunday, 3 January 2010.
Back for its ninth year, the show features more than 50 performers from far away places such as South Africa and Brazil.
"The show will host many circus and comedy acts and the venue floor will also fill with water during the second half," said Peter Jay, director of the show.
"It's great for people who don't want to go to a panto. It's something much more modern," he added.
For more information visit the Great Yarmouth Hippodrome website.
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Hunstanton		 Beauty & The BeastBeauty and the Beast Hunstanton Princess Theatre, 13 The Green, Hunstanton, PE36 5AH  tel:01485 535 937 -   Tuesday, 8 December 2009 - Sunday, 3 January 2010.
This fairytale pantomime contains glittering costumes and a professional cast.
"You can expect plenty of fun, adventure, love, laughter and of course a happy ending, which will ensure the perfect festive treat," said Maddie Weardon from the Princess Theatre.
For more information go to the Princess Theatre website.
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King's Lynn		 Snow White & The 7 DwarfsSnow White On Ice King's Lynn Corn Exchange, Tuesday Market Place, King's Lynn, Norfolk, PE30 1JW . tel: 01553 765 565 -  Thursday, 17 December - Sunday, 27 December 2009.
The world-renowned Russian Ice Stars will look to dazzle in this ice spectacular packed with glamour, glitz and colour.
The show for the whole family features all the characters from the original fairytale skating along to music by Silvio Amato.
"Ballet, gymnastics, aerial aerobatics, skating leaps, lifts, spins, twirls, breathtaking danger and sheer dare-devilment all add up to a mesmerising, jaw-dropping show you will not want to miss," said Maddie Wearden from the King's Lynn Corn Exchange.
For more information visit the King's Lynn Corn Exchange website.
Theatre Royal in Norwich
Norwich		 Robin HoodRobin Hood  Theatre Royal , Theatre Street, Norwich, NR2 1RL  15th Dec 2009 to 17th Jan 2010
Norfolk's favourite family pantomime stars Tony Slattery (Whose Line Is It Anyway, Kingdom) as the evil Sheriff of Nottingham. He is joined in the cast by Danny Seward (Where The Heart Is, Survivors) as the legendary outlaw.  Website http://www.theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk/ 

Norwich		 Toad of Toad Hall  Norwich Maddermarket Theatre , St Johns Alley, Norwich NR2 1DR  Tel: 01603 620917 (Box Office)   Thursday, 17 December 2009 - Saturday, 2 January 2009.
This 1929 dramatisation of The Wind in the Willows is a traditional Christmas favourite and it hopes to entertain a Norwich audience with its larger-than-life characters. For more information visit the Maddermarket Theatre website.
 

Norwich		 CinerellaCindermouse Norwich Puppet Theatre, St James, Whitefriars Norwich Norfolk NR3 1TN Telelphone:01603 629921 -   Monday, 14 - Thursday, 24 December 2009.
In this year's puppet pantomime, panto-goers can travel to the land of mice where Cindermouse finds love in the arms of a prince.
For more information visit the Norwich Puppet Theatre website.
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Sheringham		 CinerellaCinderella  Sheringham Little Theatre,  2 Station Road, Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8RE Box Office: 01263 822347 -  Saturday, 5 December 2009 - Saturday, 2 January 2010.
This year's production was written especially for the theatre bringing comedy, music and magic to Sheringham.
For more information visit the Sheringham Little Theatre website.
The Queen's Hall
Watton		 Snow White & The 7 DwarfsSnow White and the Seven Days Of the Week Queens Hall , Watton, Norfolk  28th Jan 2010 to 30th Jan 2010
A very comical pantomime for all the family! It's Queen Poison Ivys's birthday party and she recieved magic mirror which prompts her to get rid of Princess Lily with the aid of Phil Ill her huntsman.  Website  

Westacre		 The Best Christmas... Ever!   Westacre Theatre , River Road, Westacre, King's Lynn, Norfolk PE32 1UD-  telephone:  01760 755 800  Friday, 18 - Wednesday, 23 December 2009.
Suitable for children of all ages as well as those who love traditional Christmas stories.
The Christmas anthology will feature poems, stories and scenes all celebrating the season.
For more information visit the Westacre Theatre website.
Northamptonshire
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Northampton		 Peter Pan The Deco , Abington Square, Northampton NN1 4AE  7th Dec 2009 to 31st Dec 2009
Starring Louisa Lytton from Eastenders and Strictly come dancing as Peter. Promises to be an amzing fun packed panto experience. Amazing family value. Tickets from £8.50 to £18.50
Website http://www.decotickets.co.uk/ 
Northampton Father Christmas Up The Pole , Duston Community Centre m Pendle Road, Duston, Northampton, NN5 6DT  9th Dec 2009 to 13th Dec 2009
Father Christmas's North Pole HQ is thrown into turmoil when the wicked Snow Queen decides she wants to cancel Christmas. Can he convince her to change her mind?
Website http://www.dustonplayers.org.uk/ 
Royal & Derngate Theatre in Northampton
Northampton		 Snow White & The 7 Dwarfs  R,oyal & Derngate , Guildhall Road, Northampton, NN1 1DP  11th Dec 2009 to 10th Jan 2010
One of the best loved fairy stories of all time this glittering pantomime . Book Now on 01604 624811  Husband and wife Linda Lusardi and Sam Kane are to star in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs from 11 December — 10 January. The couple who met while performing panto many moons ago will hit the stage once again — reach for your sick bucket if you must. This classic tale is a great show for the whole family.
Website http://www.royalandderngate.co.uk/ 
Barton Seagrave Aladdin , Masque Theatre , Latimer Arts College, Castle Way, Barton Seagrave  20th Jan 2010 to 23rd Jan 2010
The wicked Abanazer is seeking the magic lamp that contains the all powerful Genie. Why? Well so that he can rule the world of course and he's just a few steps away from succeeding!
Website http://www.the-nomads.org.uk/ 
Northumberland
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Morpeth		 Goldilocks & The 3 BearsGoldilocks and The Three Bears  Warkworth Memorial Hall , Castle Street Morpeth Northumberland  10th Dec 2009 to 12th Dec 2009
It's Panto time again and this year Warkworth Drama Group presents 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears?, a traditional pantomime which will be full of fun and laughter for all the family. Can Goldilocks, Auntie Septic and their friends save the world.  Website http://www.warkworthdrama.org.uk/ 
Nottinghamshire

Retford		 Sleeping Beauty and the Dragon of Fury Majestic Theatre , Coronation Street, Retford, Nottinghamshire  7th Jan 2010 to 10th Jan 2010
The Majestic Theatre is delighted to announce the arrival of a New Pantomime company coming to Retford. Jamie Marcus Productions, well-known for its high standards and incredible shows, brings the enchanting tale of ‘SLEEPING BEAUTY’, to the Majestic Theatre. A beautiful Princess, a heroic Prince, a fire-breathing Dragon and plenty of magic, makes this traditional panto a wonderful treat for children of all ages. Once upon a time, in a kingdom far far away, a beautiful Princess is born. Everyone is invited to the christening of the Princess Rosebud, everyone except the Wicked Fairy Vistana. Angered by this, Vistana curses the baby Princess so that by the time she reaches 18, she will prick her finger on a spinning wheel and fall into an enchanted slumber to become ‘SLEEPING BEAUTY’. Can the Prince find his love and save her from the wicked spell, or will the evil Vistana win the day. Boo the Wicked Fairy, cheer for Silly Billy and watch spellbound as the ‘animated’ fire-breathing dragon takes to the skies. ‘SLEEPING BEAUTY’ will be a spectacular show with dazzling costumes, superb songs and for the first time in Retford an ‘animated’ fire breathing dragon, which will ensure the perfect treat for boys and girls, as well as Mums and Dads. Box office 01777 706866  Website http://www.majestictheatre.co.uk/ 

Lowdham		 Robinson CrusoeRobinson Crusoe Lowdham Village Hall ,Main Street, Lowdham, Notts,NG14  17th Feb 2010 to 20th Feb 2010
Shiver me timbers, Robinson Crusoe sets sale for buried treasure in a fun packed panto with that pesky pirate Captain Cutlass in hot pursuit. Bring the children along for a great evening's entertainment. Contains scenes some children may find funny.
Website http://www.lowdham-panto.co.uk/ 

Theatre Royal in Nottingham
Nottingham
 Jack & The BeanstalkJack in the Beanstalk. NOTTINGHAM ROYAL CENTRE , THEATRE SQUARE , NOTTINGHAM , NG1 5ND    Saturday 5 December 2009 - Sunday 17 January 2010
Fe Fi Fo Fum, I smell a panto that's full of fun!  Following the record-breaking success of last year's production of  Cinderella, be sure to book your tickets early for Jack and the Beanstalk!  Heading the cast of this fabulous pantomime are Paul Zerdin and Nigel Havers, along with Jenna-Louise Coleman from ITV's Emmerdale. The magical adventure tale will be brought to life from page to stage featuring the awesome Giant Blunderbore  - the biggest giant in pantoland! Christmas is not Christmas without a visit to the theatre so book now to get the seats of your choice for this must-see show. Outstanding value-for-money means that you won't have to sell the family cow to enjoy the spectacular pantomime at the Theatre Royal this forthcoming festive season. ROYAL CENTRE CLICK
Palace Theatre in Mansfield
Mansfield  
Aladdin . Mansfield Palace Theatre, Leeming Street, Mansfield , Notts  NG18 1NG Tel: 01623633133  Saturday 28 Novembe 2009 - Sunday 3 January 2010
A magical pantomime for all the family From Last of the Summer Wine, Casualty and Brookside Louis Emerick as Abanazar, From CBBC'c Planet Ajay and Eastenders Babita Pohoomull as Princess Jasmine, From CBBC's Best Of Friends and CBBC F1 Michael Absalom as PC Pong, Comedy Star Rik Gaynor as Wishee Washee, Lauren Tilly as Slave of The Ring and Charles Burden as Widow Twankey PALACE THEATRE CLICK
Palace Theatre in Newark
Newark
 CinerellaCinderella will be staged at the Palace Theatre Appleton Gate, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG24 1JY T: 01636 655750  December 9 until January 3.
. Will the Slipper Fit This Christmas? Starring Sean Wilson (Coronation Street) as Buttons, Emmerdale's Daniel Brocklebank and CBBC's Nicole Davis.  Following the great success of Jack and the Beanstalk, the Palace Theatre Newark promises a truly enchanting Christmas show this year, as they present another classic Christmas tale, the most popular of all pantomimes, Cinderella. With its all-star cast, it tells an enchanting ‘rags to riches’ story of poor Cinderella and her struggle against her evil step sisters in her search for true love. We invite you to hiss and boo the gruesome-twosome Ugly Sisters, and witness our beautiful Cinderella transform into the Princess Crystal to dance the night away with her handsome Prince Charming in this sparkling show which promises to be a hit with all the family. Don’t forget to buy your invitation to the ball early, as tickets are already selling fast for this ultimate fairytale. Book by calling 01636 655 755. PALACE THEATRE CLICK
Oxfordshire
Carterton Beauty & The BeastBeauty and the Beast in Castle HiJinx  Carterton Community College , Upavon Way, Carterton, Oxon. OX18 1BU  18th Dec 2009 to 20th Dec 2009
Acting Community Thingumybogs raising money for Save the Children are putting on their annual Pantomime. Tickets are available from Giles Sports Shop in Carterton at a cost of: Adults £6.00 Children/OAPs £4.00  Website http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=37007121595 

Wallingford		 Babes In The Wood
Babes In The Magic Wood  The Corn Exchange , Market Place, Wallingford, OX10 0EG  15th Jan 2010 to 30th Jan 2010
Widow Crockett and her babes, Simple Simon and Contrary Mary run a toyshop, their biggest job being the making of toys for Father Christmas's order. One Christmas Eve they are very behind with their work and wish Fairy Godmother could help.  Website http://www.cornexchange.org.uk/ 
Watermill Newbury
Oxford		 Jack & The BeanstalkJack and the Beanstalk,Playhouse Theatre,  Beaumont St, Oxford OX1 2LW . A map is here. A seating plan is here. 4th December to 17th January
FE-FI-FO-FUM... There is only one place to see a GIANT of a show in Oxford this year, and that is right here at Oxford Playhouse. Peter Duncan returns to the Playhouse to write and direct this festive season's sensational and magical pantomime. If you've enjoyed last year's production of Sleeping Beauty, book your tickets for Jack and the Beanstalk now.PLAYHOUSE THEATRE CLICK
New Theatre Oxford
Oxford		 Snow QueenThe Snow Queen. New Theatre, George St, Oxford, OX1 2AG - Tel: 0870 606 3500
Basically the company take a wonderful children’s story and completely ruin it so that adult’s can have a good laugh. You will notice that the title has not been corrupted from the original in order to gain a cheap chuckle so perhaps they’re taking their job seriously for once, yeah, right! Join our stars Nick Hooton, Carrie Laurence & Sheena Boyce as they track down the Snow Queen to her frozen sex den in the far North with the help of Marjorie Minger, Mistress of The Mountain. Full of sexual innuendo, corny jokes, sexual innuendo, moments of deep cleavage and…… sexual innuendo! NEW THEATRE CLICK
Chipping Norton Theatre
Chipping Norton		 Dick Whittington Dick Whittington & his Cat. Chipping Norton Theatre, 2 Spring Street, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire. Tel: 01608 642 350  17 November to 9 January
 Welcome to the fourteenth century! Welcome to our pantomime! Join Dick, a Cotswold lad, and his amazing cat, Tommy, as they venture up to London and on to exotic Morocco in this much loved tale of rags to riches.Not only do they face the wicked King Rat – but also bun fights, grumpy emperors and storm-tossed seas in a roller coaster adventure story, filled with fun, song sweets, and romance.Expect astonishing spectacle, great tunes, belly laughs and lots of shouting, all within the cosy warmth of one of England’s most special, magical and intimate of theatres. CHIPPING NORTON THEATRE CLICK

 
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Oxford		 Beauty & The BeastBeauty & The Beast, The antique Mirror Tent at Mini Plant in Oxford  Tel:01865 766266   27 November 2009 and 16 January 2010.
the Creation Theatre Company's Beauty and the Beast ought to fit the bill.  Beauty and the Beast has been written exclusively for Creation Theatre Company by Daniel Bye, so this is a one off opportunity to see a show that combines romance, adventure, live music and comedy in our magical antique Mirror Tent that weaves an enchantment all of its own. Come to visit us this Christmas and you'll never want to go anywhere else. CRITERION THEATRE COMPANY CLICK

 
New Theatre Oxford
Oxford		 Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. New Theatre Oxford, George St, Oxford, Oxon OX1 2AG, 01865 320760   8th December - 2nd January 2010
 The most fantasmagorical stage musical in the history of everything, hits the road in top gear in a brand new high flying tour. 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. Bursting with magical songs including Truly Scrumptious, Toot Sweets, Hushabye Mountain and the Oscar nominated title song, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, the production has been nominated for three Olivier Awards, won Best Musical in the 2002 Variety Awards, been nominated for five Tony Awards on Broadway and won the coveted Manchester Evening New Theatre Award for Best Family Show in 2006. This ravishing award-winning show is guaranteed to be the most exciting theatrical event of the year. To find out more please click here. NEW THEATRE CLICK
Shropshire
Theatre Severn in Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury		 Peter Pan Peter Pan,  Theatre Severn, Frankwell Quay, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY3 8FT   December 8 to January 3, 2010
Escape to Neverland with the boy who never grew up - Peter Pan!  Join Wendy, John and Michael as they soar into the nights sky with Peter, to a magical land of mermaids, lost boys, indians and pixie dust, where children can fly and adventures happen every day. Starring former Emmerdale actor Matt Healy, who played Matthew King in the ITV1 soap . Mr Healy will take on the role of the wicked Captain Hook who is intent upon capturing the elusive Peter Pan, played by the multi-talented Martin Clark. Joining them are Dean Winters and Kiley McDonnell who play Hook’s henchmen Smee and Jovial Jake, and Vikki Sparks will be playing Tiger Lily. Call the box office on (01743) 281281. THEATRE SEVERN CLICK
Oakengates Theatre in Telford
Telford		 Snow White & The 7 DwarfsSnow White Oakengates Theatre, Limes Walk, Oakengates, Telford TF2 6EP Tel: 01952 382 382  10th December 2009 - 3 January 2010
Email: theplace@telford.gov.uk     Come and see the bewitching tale of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, a mesmerising story of survival against the odds, good overcoming evil, and of course true love – perfect for those young and old! With romance, suspense, drama and laughter, this Pantomime has something for everyone. Featuring Waterloo Road star Kay Purcell as the wickedly wonderful Queen Helga– this is an evening you simply can’t afford to miss!  With spectacular lighting effects, stunning sets and costumes, come and experience Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs for the ultimate fairytale experience!         OAKENGATES THEATRE CLICK
Whitchurch CinerellaCinderella, Whitchurch Civic Centre, High Street, Whitchurch, Shropshire SY13 1AX   January 6th - 10th 2010
Cinderella, the biggest and brightest pantomime of them all, is heading to North Shropshire this January.The Civic Centre, at the heart of the wonderful market town of Whitchurch,  Bringing with it all the cheers and boo's, and a whole host of laughs and magical merriment.. WHITCHURCH CIVIC CENTRE CLICK
Somerset
Theatre Royal, Bath
Bath		 Sleeping Beauty Sleeping Beauty, Theatre Royal Bath , Sawclose, Bath, BA1 1ET  17th Dec 2009 to 24th Jan 2010
Starring LIZA GODDARD as the Good Fairy, Eastenders? & Hollyoaks? GEMMA BISSIX as Bad Fairy, CHRIS HARRIS as Nurse Nelly, Last of the Summer Wine?s TOM OWEN as King and JON MONIE as Silly Billy.  Website THEATRE ROYAL CLICK
Bristol Hippodrome
Bristol		 Snow White & The 7 DwarfsSnow White, Bristol Hippodrome , St Augustine's Parade, Bristol, Avon, BS1 4UZ  11th Dec 2009 to 10th Jan 2010
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.
Website http://www.bristolhippodrome.org.uk   Book Tickets Now
Memorial Theatre
Frome		 The Revenge of Rumpelstiltskin  Merlin Theatre , Bath Road, Frome BA11 2HG  5th Dec 2009 to 13th Dec 2009
Having been cheated out of his rightful claim to the Queen's daughter, he returns in this wonderfully original sequel to the classic fairy tale.  Website http://www.merlintheatre.co.uk/ 
Memorial Theatre
Frome		 Snow White & The 7 DwarfsSnow White,  Frome Memorial Theatre, Christchurch Street West, Frome; Somerset BA11 1EB   Telephone: 01373 462795    December 29-2nd January
Matinee & Evening Performances: Matinee performances start at 2.30pm. Evening performances start at 7.30pm. Balcony Seats - £12.50. Stall Seats - £11.50
Concessions in the Stalls only - £9.50  MEMORIAL THEATRE CLICK
Strode Theatre, Street
Glastonbury
 CinerellaCinderella,  Strode Theatre Church Road Street BA16 0AB  tel: 01458 442846  Sunday, 27 December to Saturday, 2 January.
The most popular pantomime of all, this ‘rags to riches’ story of a gentle down-trodden girl helped by her fairy godmother to find her prince, promises to be a magical evening of fun, laughter, music and enchantment for all the family.
This is an amateur production. For more information visit:
The Strode Theatre
Butlins Minehead
Minehead		 Goldilocks & The 3 BearsGoldilocks and the Three Bears  Butlins Minehead , Butlins Minehead, Somerset, TA24 5SH  17th Jul 2009 to 5th Jan 2010
Every Butlins break gives you the opportunity to see a Storybook Panto. At Butlins Minehead see the much loved tale of Goldilocks and the Three Bears as part of the entertainment included in every break, all year round.
Website http://www.butlins.com/resorts/minehead/
Palace Theatre
Minehead		 CinerellaCinderella.Regal Theatre, 10-16 The Avenue, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 5AY  01643 706430  mail@regaltheatre.co.uk    2nd-9th January 2010 l at regaltheatre dot co dot uk
Panto People’s annual production. Written by Alan Frayn, directed by Janet Costello Following last year’s smash hit Aladdin, Minehead Panto People join forces with Stage Right Creative Limited to give you the most magical pantomime of them all: Cinderella. With spectacular sets, an amazing transformation scene, a hilarious script by Alan P Frayn and slapstick aplenty, this will be a truly memorable pantomime to brighten your New Year. With a Prince, a Pumpkin, a Glass Slipper and some very Ugly Sisters, this much loved fairy tale is brought enchantingly to life in a seasonal treat for all the family. This year Minehead Panto People are proud to introduce two new outrageous dames and a cast that includes family favourite linkman Buttons, a beautiful Cinderella, a Fairy Godmother with attitude, and cartloads of comedy capers from zany builders, Bodget and Leggett. A truly spectacular FAMILY pantomime. TICKETS: Adults £8.00, Friends £7.50, Children/Students/ ES40’s £4.00   REGAL THEATRE CLICK
Brewhouse Theatre
Taunton		 When Santa Fell To Earth, The Brewhouse Theatre & Art Centre, Coal Orchard, Taunton, Somerset TA1 1JL Tel: 01823 283244 7th December 2009 to 2nd January 2010
This is the UK premier of When Santa Fell To Earth a big-hearted story of two children’s adventure to save the last real Santa. It all starts on a dark and stormy December night, when mischievous reindeer Twinklestar bolts from his reigns and leaves his Christmas caravan to fall from the sky! Luckily the extraordinary passengers – Niklas Goodfellow, a real-life Santa Claus, two angels and assorted elves – crash-land in a friendly neighbourhood where two children called Ben and Charlotte come to their rescue.
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Brewhouse Theatre
Taunton		 Aladdin Aladdin , The Brewhouse Theatre & Art Centre, Coal Orchard, Taunton, Somerset TA1 1JL Tel: 01823 283244  Thursday, 14 January until Saturday, 23 January
Taunton's Pantomime Society This year the Wayfarers present an Aladdin extravaganza set in China's old Peking. Go along and sing your heart out to show-stopping songs and follow Aladdin's quest for love and wealth accompanied by good old Widow Twankey.  In true pantomime fashion, this family show will have you singing, dancing and smiling all the way home.  For more information visit:  
Brewhouse Theatre
Wellsprings Leisure Centre
Taunton		  Little Red Riding HoodLittle Red Riding Hood Pantomime .Wellsprings Leisure Centre, Cheddon Road - Taunton - Somerset - TA2 7QP                    Saturday 2nd January 2010
Adults £ 7 Children £ 5 Booking fee applies Tickets available on  01823 27127  BLACKBROOK PAVILION CLICK
Riviera Centre
Wellington		 Snow White & The 7 DwarfsSnow White, Pantomime @ The Wellesley, The Arts Centre, Eight Acre Lane, Wellington Somerset TA21 8PS  (01823) 667774   Date: 26-01-2010 to 30-01-2010       Time: 19:30    Matinee Information: Sat 10am & 2.30pm
A beautiful princess, a wicked Queen, some strange men that live in the forest.... All the characters you would expect from the fairytale and more besides in this version of the story directed by Colin Marshall. Tickets on sale from Tuesday 29th December.    Box Office: Cards & Co. South Street    Tickets: £7 adult £5 child/senior  WELLINGTON ARTS ASSOCIATION CLICK
Play House Theatre
Weston-super-Mere
 Snow White & The 7 DwarfsSnow White. Playhouse, High St, Weston Super Mare. Tel: 01934 627457  14th December 2009-January 10th 2010
Starring Vicki Michelle & Peter Duncan  PLAYHOUSE THEATRE CLICK
Octagon Theatre
Yeovil		 Dick WhittingtonDick Whittington, Octagon Theatre , Hendford, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 1UX  11th Dec 2009 to 2nd Jan 2010
Starring Ventriloquist Nigel Harvey and his companions Ben & Sox  Website http://www.octagon-theatre.co.uk/ 
Staffordshire
Lichfield Garrick in Lichfield
Lichfield
AladdinLichfield Garrick, Castle Dyke, Lichfield, WS13 6HR   Box Office 01543 412121  Friday 27 November 2009- 9 January 2010
Once again it's the season for Pantomime
This year it's Aladdin, a tale old as time
There's a beautiful Princess and the Slave of the ring
A Genie, a Villain in Oldest Peking
Laughter and laundry, mayhem and magic
It's all in Aladdin at the Lichfield Garrick
Once again the team that brought you Jack and the Beanstalk, Cinderella and last years sell-out Dick Whittington are back with an even more spectacular show. Brummie TV chef Rustie Lee stars as the Genie      LICHFIELD GARRICK CLICK
Stafford Gatehouse Theatre in Stafford
Stafford		 Cinerella  Stafford's Gatehouse Theatre               16/12/2009 - 10/01/2010
Stafford's Gatehouse Theatre will play host to a pantomime production of Cinderella for all the family this Christmas, which promises "non-stop laughter, masses of audience participation and lashings of slapstick comedy".The production of the enchanting rags-to-riches fairy tale runs from Wednesday December 16th, 2009, to Sunday January 10th, 2010, with both matinees and evening performances.It tells the story of a poor young women living a life of misery under the oppression of her wicked step mother until she suddenly undergoes a complete transformation and is given one night to find her Prince Charming. Website: Gatehouse pdf Click
The Regent Theatre in Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke On Trent		 Dick Whittington Regent Theatre Stoke On Trent  30th December 2009
Join Dick Whittington on his fun-filled quest for fame and fortune. Will he find streets paved with gold? Will he win the hand of the lovely Alice? Will he defeat the dastardly King Rat? Will Tommy the Cat and Sarah the Cook help him? Come along to The Regent Theatre’s thrilling pantomime to find out!
Stoke-on-Trent’s favourite panto star Jonathan Wilkes is back following an astonishing run of four record-breaking years with Mother Goose, Aladdin, Cinderella and Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. After his hilarious turn as last year’s evil henchman Christian Patterson returns as the funniest dame in panto-land, Sarah the Cook. Joining Jonathan and Christian will be West End superstar Steven Serlin as the wicked King Rat and of course, the winner of Stoke’s Top Talent 09.
The Regent Theatre pantomime has become a must-see Christmas tradition featuring all of your favourite pantomime ingredients – sensational songs, dazzling dance routines, slapstick comedy, and plenty of audience participation. So book now for the region’s biggest and best panto.  REGENT THEATRE CLICK
Stonnall Puss In BootsStonnall Village Hall , Stonnall, Staffordshire  14th Jan 2010 to 16th Jan 2010
This year the Stonnall Players will be entertaining you in Puss In Boots. Plenty of comedy and mayhem. All ages welcome. Tickets will be available at the door. Refreshments also available. Phone Sheila Pritchard 01543 372583 for more information.  Website  
Suffolk
Marina Theatre in Lowestoft
Lowestoft		 Cinerella Marina Theatre , The Marina Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 1HH  10th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
UK Productions proudly present Cinderella, a spectacular pantomime for all the family starring Anne Charleston (Emmerdale, Neighbours) as Fairy Godmother and Childrens TV Favourite Dave Benson Phillips as Buttons. Tickets from just £5!  Website http://www.marinatheatre.co.uk
The Spa Pavilion Theatre in Felixstowe
Felixstowe		 Jack & The Beanstalk  . Spa Pavillion, Undercliff Road West, Felixstowe, Suffolk, Felixstowe, IP11 2DX  19th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
Traditional panto tale of beans, a giant and and some overgrown greenery.  Website http://www.thespapavilion.org/   Book Tickets Now
Hoxne Little Red Riding HoodRed Riding Hood , St. Edmund's Hall , Hoxne, Suffolk  19th Dec 2009 to 20th Dec 2009
Puzzle House Pantomimes present Red Riding Hood. A family panto. Six actors (playing a host of characters) with live keyboard music and songs. All tickets £5. Booking : Tel 01379 388408. Shows at 3.00 and 6.30 pm.  Website http://www.thepuzzlehouse.co.uk/ 
Surrey
Camberley Theatre
Camberley		 Dick WhittingtonDick Whittington .Camberley Theatre, Knoll Road, Camberley, Surrey GU15 3SY, 01276 707600   3rd December - 3rd January  

Dick Whittington is set to be the Biggest Pantomime Yet! There will be magic and excitement galore this Christmas and a promise of festive fun for the whole family! This year’s pantomime stars Philip Olivier in the title role of Dick Whittington. Philip is best known for the role of Brookside hunk Timothy ‘Tinhead’ O’Leary and fans of reality TV will also recognise him as a familiar face of many favourite shows, including Channel 4’s The Games and Celebrity Come Dine With Me. Starring alongside Philip, our returning dame, Mark Slowey, will be stepping into the heels of Sarah the Cook and local actor Scott Burgess will be playing the ever so bad baddie King Rat. Supporting them is a full cast of West End stars, Alice is played by Helen George who has just completed a UK Tour of High School – The Musical in the lead role of ‘Sharpay’, Fairy Bowbells is played by Linda John-Pierre an Aretha Franklin tribute who has a soul voice that will blow you away, Jonathan Stewart, as Idle Jack, has been starring in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat and Alderman is played by Shakespearean actor Steve Watts. This fantastic show will also feature top tunes, stunning sets, dynamic dancing, surprising special effects and most importantly, a generous serving of festive fun and cheer.  Book early to avoid missing out! Tickets range from £14.50 to £17.25 (discounts available for family parties and groups).  To book tickets call 01276 707600 or for more information and/or to book tickets please click here.

Epsom Playhouse
Epsom 		Aladdin. Epsom Playhouse, Ashley Avenue, Epsom, Surrey, KT18 5AL Telephone: (01372) 742555 / 742227 18th December 2009 - 10th January 2010
Take a magic carpet ride to the Epsom Playhouse this festive season and see this spectacular adventure story of  Aladdin starring Ben Nickless as Wishee Washee with funny man Mark Hudson playing Widow Twankey and Georgina Wyatt as Aladdin.  Also featuring live on stage, the children's favourite  Dennis The Menace who is sure to add mayhem to the magic and international illusionist Steve Waller is cast as the amazing  Abanazar in this spectacular eastern extravaganza.Tickets from £11.50 Call the Box Office now on 01372 742555  EPSOM PLAYHOUSE CLICK
 New Victoria Woking
Woking
 Cinerella  The Peacocks Centre, Woking, Surrey GU21 6GQ  Friday 04 December 2009 to Sunday 10 January 2010
The most magical fairytale of them all comes alive on the New Victoria Theatre stage in the fun-filled family Panto extravaganza, Cinderella starring the beautiful Joanna Page (Gavin and Stacey, Love Actually) as Cinderella, much loved household name Michael Aspel OBE best known for presenting This is Your Life & Antiques Roadshow as Baron Hardup and Jon Lee as the Prince who is best known for S Club 7 and playing Marius in Les Misérables a performance that earned him a nomination for best newcomer in the 'What's On Theatre' awards.' The all important role of Cinders’ friend and confidant will be played by the very funny all round first class entertainer, Tucker. Angelina Ballerina, the adorable ballet dancing mouse from the hugely popular picture storybooks by Helen Craig and Katharine Holabird will be joining the cast as a very special little co-star. Angelina Ballerina’s legion of fans will be thrilled to see her in this lavish pantomime and Cinderella will find her a true and loyal friend. With brand new glittering sets, gorgeous fairytale costumes, riotous Panto dames, real Shetland ponies, big song and dance numbers, magic and bags of audience participation fun and laughter is guaranteed for the whole family!  NEW THEATRE CLICK
Secombe Theatre in Sutton
Sutton 		Dick Whittington, Secombe Theatre , Cheam Road, Sutton   15th Jan 2009 to 30th Jan 2010
This will be our forty sixth pantomime suitable for all the family. Large cast, colourful costumes. Performances 7.30pm Saturday matinees 2.30pm and Sunday matinees 2pm. Box Office 0208 688 2407.  Website http://www.suttontheatres.co.uk/ 
Yvonne Arnaud Guildford
Guildford		 Cinerella, Yvonne Arnaud Theatre , Millbrook, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 3UX  4th Dec 2009 to 10th Jan 2010
Cinderella with a cast featuring Gethin Jones as Prince Charming, Nichola McAuliffe as Fairy Godmother, Hilary O’Neil as Dandini, Royce Mills as Baron Hardup, 96.4 Eagle Radio's Peter Gordon & Jack Edwards as the Ugly Sisters, Lloyd Hollett as Buttons and Rebecca Brewer as Cinderella. Matinee and evening performances available. Website http://www.yvonne-arnaud.co.uk/ 
Englefield Green Beauty & The BeastBeauty and the Beast - A Panto , Englefield Green Social Hall , Harvest Road, Englefield Green, TW20 0QT  4th Dec 2009 to 12th Dec 2009
St Jude's Players present Beauty and the Beast the panto. 4 December 2009 7:45 pm 5 December 2009 2:30 pm and 7:45 pm 10 December 2009 7:45 pm 11 December 2009 7:45 pm 12 December 2009 2:30 pm and 7:45 pm Adults £7, Children £5  Website http://www.stjudesplayers.org/ 
Harlequin Redhill
Redhill		 Beauty & The BeastBeauty and the Beast , Harlequin Theatre , Warwick Quadrant, Redhill, Surrey, RH1 1NN  11th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
Star Announcement - Linda Robson returns to The Harlequin! Beauty and the Beast is the tale as old as time and one of the most enchanting of all fairy tales. Come to The Harlequin this Christmas and be transported to deepest France.  Website http://www.harlequintheatre.co.uk/ 
Sussex
Theatre Royal Brighton
Brighton		 Peter PanPeter Pan, Theatre Royal, Brighton  Sussex   04 Dec ’09 - 03 Jan ‘10
A christmas musical to remember - join Peter, Wendy, John and Michael on a swashbuckling adventure to Neverland for a great Christmas day out for both children ... and those who never want to grow up! THEATRE ROYAL CLICK

White Rock Theatre in Hastings
Hastings		 Aladdin, White Rock Theatre , White Rock, Hastings, Hastings, TN34 1JX  9th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
Classic panto tale from the Arabian Nights. Prepare to boo and hiss as TV soap bad boys Leslie Grantham (best-known for playing Eastender’s Dirty Den), and Gray O’Brien, (well-known for playing Coronation Street crook Tony)  take to the stage as evil Abanazar.  Grantham will play at the White Rock theatre from 11 December — 3 January and O’Brien will take the stage at the Manchester Opera House from 5 — 3 January. I’m sure “he’s behind you” will be more than appropriate throughout these productions Website http://www.whiterockhastings.org.uk/   Book Tickets Now
Phoenix Art Centre in Hastings
Hastings		 Dick Whittington Phoenix Venue , Parkstone Road Hastings East Sussex TN34 2NT  10th Dec 2009 to 13th Dec 2009
This is the rags-to-riches story of a boy who, with his feline friend, finds fame and fortune as the Lord Mayor of London through exotic locations, adventure on the high seas, and battles with the evil King Rat!  Website http://www.phoenixartscentre.co.uk/ 
Capitol Horsham
Horsham		 Cinerella THE CAPITOL, North Street,, Horsham, West Sussex RH12 1RG tel:01403 750220  10/12/09 To 03/01/10
A Fairy Godmother, Ugly Sisters and Prince Charming too Cinderella at The Capitol especially for you With Buttons, glass slippers and pumpkins galore It's a spectacular panto you're sure to adore.  With a record number of seats already sold, it's never too early to book your tickets for The Capitol's 2009 Christmas show!  With Cbeebies superstar JUSTIN FLETCHER as Buttons, we promise a production with all the magic and enchantment that a pantomime can provide.. sumptuous sets and costumes, comedy, romance, bags of audience participation, great song and dance numbers and a sprinkling of pantomime magic.  TV's Cavegirl STACEY CADMAN is Cinderella, West End performers BILLY BOYLE and AMANDA SIM play Baron Hardup and the Fairy Godmother and after their hilarious performances in Dick Whittington two years ago as Sarah the Cook and Alderman Fitzwarren, TOM LOWE and NICHOLAS POUND don their frocks to play the ugly sisters.  For more information, cast images and latest news why not log onto our dedicated pantomime site: http:// www.horshampanto.com
Lewes Babes In The WoodBabes In The Wood , St. Mary's Social Centre , Christie Road, Lewes   9th Jan 2010 to 16th Jan 2010
Saturday 9th ? Saturday 16th January 2010 Saturdays 2pm & 7pm, Sunday 12 noon and 5pm, Tue Fri 7pm Tickets: £8 Adult / £4 Child Box Office Open Now! 01273 477733
Website http://www.stmaryspanto.org/ 
Bognor Regis Sleeping Beauty, Butlins Bognor Regis , Butlins Bognor Regis, West Sussex PO21 1JJ  17th Jul 2009 to 5th Jan 2010
Every Butlins break gives you the opportunity to see a Storybook Panto. At Butlins Bognor Regis see the ever popular tale of Sleeping Beauty as part of the entertainment included in every break, all year round.  Website http://www.butlins.com/resorts/bognor/
Worthing Theatres
Worthing		 Robinson CrusoeRobinson Crusoe , Connaught Theatre , Union Place, Worthing, West Sussex BN11 1LG  3rd Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
the traditional pantomime Robinson Crusoe comes to the Connaught Theatre Worthing for the first time.
Presented by the Proper Pantomime Company starring Tracy Shaw (Maxine from Coronation Street) as Robinson Crusoe. Katie Sheridan (from Nickelodeon TV's Genie in the House) as Lucy Locket. Worthing's traditional pantomime. Tickets from just £9.50
Website http://www.worthingtheatres.co.uk/ 
Pavilion Theatre in Worthing
Worthing		 Cinerella, Pavilion Theatre , Marine Parade, Worthing, BN11 3PX  10th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
This sparkling tale of magic, mischief and midnight features Worthing and TV favourite Todd Carty as Buttons and Lucinda Kennard from Dream Team as Cinderella. Book your seats today for the perfect evening of family Christmas fun.  Website http://www.worthingtheatres.co.uk/ 
Hawth Crawley
Crawley		 Cinerella, Hawth Theatre , Hawth Avenue, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 6YZ  12th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
Julian Clary adds a touch of sparkle to the The Hawth's pantomime this Christmas when he stars as Dandini in the greatest pantomime of them all! Julian will be joined on stage by Vicky Longley (Genie In The House) as Cinderella, Grease Is The Word winner Danny Bayne as the Prince and Joe Tracini (My Spy Family and Coming Of Age) as Buttons. From the same producers as last year’s hit show, Cinderella will be The Hawth's most glittering pantomime yet! To find out more please click here.   Website http://www.hawth.co.uk/ 
Tyne & Wear

Blyth		 Sleeping BeautySleeping Beauty PHOENIX THEATRE, Blyth NE24 2DS    BOX OFFICE: 01670 367 228     4 Dec -   12 Dec 2009
Featuring a visual spectacular with sumptuous costumes and stunning sets, as well as singalong songs, audience participation and the usual madcap chases and dame-induced chaos! 
The Peoples Theatre in Newcastle
Heaton
 Sleeping BeautySleeping Beauty, THE PEOPLE’S THEATRE, Heaton NE6 5QF  BOX OFFICE: 0191 265 5020    12th December –   20th December
Reworking the classic fairy tale, Sleeping Beauty contains everything a good family Pantomime should. Just remember, don't touch the spinning wheel!!!
Theatre Royal in Newcastle
Newcastle-Upon-Tyne		 Cinerella, Theatre Royal , 100 Grey Street, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, NE1 6BR  1st Dec 2009 to 16th Jan 2010
The most popular tale of them all will be brought to life by Clive Webb and Danny Adams, spectacular sets, stunning costumes and lots of Theatre Royal magic.Book Now on 08448 11 21 21.  Website http://www.theatreroyal.co.uk/
Journal Tyne Theatre - Newcastle
Newcastle-Upon-Tyne		 Aladdin Journal Tyne Theatre , Westgate Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4AG  11th Dec 2009 to 9th Jan 2010
Back again at The Journal Tyne Theatre for another year, Newcastle Panto Ltd promise that this year's panto will be the biggest, best and most fun yet. A magical tale of madcap mayhem and family fun.  Starring Dr Who and Emmerdale’s Frazer Hines as Wishee Washee, Brenden Healy as Abanazar and Maxi & Mitch as Ping & Pong. Website http://www.thejournaltynetheatre.co.uk/    
The Custom House Theatre in South Shields
South Shields
 Sleeping BeautySleeping Beauty, THE CUSTOMS HOUSE, South Shields NE33 1ES BOX OFFICE: 0191 454 1234  Wednesday 2nd December – Sunday 3rd January 2010
Come along to watch the usual madness, mayhem and chaos at the little panto with the big heart.
Sunderland Empire Theatre in Sunderland
Sunderland		 Peter Pan, Sunderland Empire , High Street West, Sunderland SR1 3EX  11th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
Classic Panto story of the boy who would not grow up.JOHN CHALLIS, otherwise known as the hilarious “Boycie” in the classic BBC sitcom Only Fools & Horses and current spin off The Green Green Grass, stars as the villianous CAPTAIN HOOK in Peter Pan at Sunderland Empire this Christmas.Tickets £7.50 - £23.50  Box Office: 0844 847 2499  Website http://www.sunderlandempire.org.uk/   
TPT
Tynemouth
 Mother GooseMother Goose, TYNEMOUTH PRIORY THEATRE,                BOX OFFICE: 0191 292 9292   Wednesday 6th January – Saturday 16th January 2010
Enjoy a traditional pantomime performance.
Playhouse in Whitley Bay
Whitley Bay
 Jack & The BeanstalkJack and the Beanstalk, WHITLEY BAY PLAYHOUSE, NE26 1LZ  BOX OFFICE: 0844 277 2771  19th December 2009 –   3rd January 2010
Featuring one of the best loved pantomimes of all time. Starring Jake Hendricks from ‘Hollyoaks’ as Jack and Damar Martin from ‘Gladiators’ as Fleshcreep.
Playhouse in Whitley Bay
Whitley Bay		 Sleeping BeautySleeping Beauty. WHITLEY BAY PLAYHOUSE, NE26 1LZBOX OFFICE: 0844 277 2771 Monday 12th – Saturday 16th January 2010
The Whitley Bay Pantomime Society’s annual production.

 
Warwickshire
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Kenilworth		 Robinson CrusoeRobinson Crusoe , Talisman Theatre , Barrow Road, Kenilworth, Warwickshire, CV8 1EG  21st Dec 2009 to 9th Jan 2010
One of the oldest pantomime stories, this year's festive production has a brand new script full of comedy, music, spectacle and adventure. Robinson Crusoe, together with his brother Billy, help their mother run Clarissa Crusoe's Old Curiosity Shop.  Website http://www.talismantheatre.co.uk/ 
The Courtyard Theatre in Stratford Upon Avon
Stratford-upon-Avon
 Ali BabaArabian Nights runs at The Courtyard Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon from 5 December 2009 - 30 January 2010.
Wedding night in the palace of King Shahrayar. By morning the new Queen Shahrazad is to be put to death like a thousand young brides before her. She has the one gift that can save her - the gift of storytelling.With a mischievous imagination and silver tongue Queen Shahrazad paints a dazzling array of stories and characters; amongst them Ali Baba and Es-Sindibad, summoned forth from strange and magical worlds populated by giant beasts, singing trees, devilish ghouls and crafty thieves. But will her enchanting stories save her from the executioner's block?A truly bewitching tale celebrating the power of the imagination and storytelling to heal all wounds, Arabian Nights will be the first family show to play in The Courtyard Theatre, offering a magical theatrical experience.Dominic Cooke, Artistic Director of the Royal Court Theatre and previous RSC Associate Director returns to the RSC to direct Arabian Nights. His most recent RSC productions are his acclaimed version of Malorie Blackman's Noughts & Crosses in 2008, before which he also directed the Olivier Award-winning The Crucible (2006). He now re-creates his enchanting version of Arabian Nights, first performed at the Young Vic in 1998.  RSC WEBSITE
Belgrade Theatre in Coventry
Coventry
 Beauty & The BeastBeauty and the Beast  The Belgrade Theatre, Belgrade Square, Coventry. CV1 1GS  Telephone: 024 7655 3055   30 November 2009 - 09 January 2010
Book now for 2009’s enchanting tale of heroic adventure, true love, messy mayhem and lots of festive frivolity. A handsome prince is cursed to live as a hideous beast and hides deep within his castle with the beautiful Belle as his prisoner. Only a maiden’s love can break his curse, but time is running out…Beauty and the Beast is packed with magical enchantment, fantastic baddies to boo and hiss at, jokes and japes and original songs. It’s unmissable panto fun for the whole family.
Tickets from £11 to £19.25 (kids from just £8.50)  BELGRADE THEATRE CLICK
Royal Spa Centre
Leamington Spa		 Jack & The BeanstalkJack & The Beanstalk   Royal Spa Centre, Newbold Terrace, Royal Leamington Spa CV32 4HN          12th December 2009-  2 January 2019
Presented by Mark Andrews Productions in association with Warwick District Council with full supporting professional cast and the Pattison Theatre Arts Dancers. ROYAL SPA CENTRE CLICK
Rugby Theatre in Rugby
Rugby
 Sleeping Beauty  Rugby Theatre, Henry Street, Rugby CV21 2QA  Box Office: 01788 541234 8-17 January 2010
Join King Philip and his wife, the hilarious Queen Goodbody, as they celebrate the christening of their lovely daughter Princess Beauty. Their happiness is short lived as the evil fairy Carabosse curses the child, saying that on her 18th birthday, she will prick her finger on a spinning wheel and die. Carabosse’s plans are foiled by help from the Good Fairy Queen, but come Beauty’s 18th, to prevent her death, she and all the court are destined to fall asleep and our intrepid cast will be relying on you to warn them with a scream of “It’s behind you!” No doubt there will be more frights in the scary petrified forest as the King, Queen and Simon are chased by the evil monster.With glamorous costumes, colourful scenery, dazzling effects wonderful songs and dance routines and lots of audience participation, this is traditional pantomime and real family entertainment for children of all ages. A happy ending for all is assured … well, maybe not for Carabosse ~ you’ll have to come along and find out! RUGBY THEATRE CLICK
West Midlands
The Civic Hall in Bedworth
Bedworth		 Jack & The Beanstalk , The Civic Hall , High Street, Bedworth, CV12 8NF  7th Dec 2009 to 30th Dec 2009
Classic panto tale of a boy who sells his cow for a handfull of beans.  Website http://www.civichallinbedworth.co.uk/ 
Alexandra Theatre in Nottingham
Birmingham		 Disney's High School Musical 2 , Alexandra Theatre , Station Street, BIRMINGHAM, B5 4DS  8th Dec 2009 to 2nd Jan 2010
School's out and the East High Wildcats are diving into the enchanted world of Lava Springs Country Club.  Website http://www.alexandratheatre.org.uk/   Book Tickets Now

Sutton Coldfield		 Jack & The Beanstalk, Sutton Arts Theatre , South Parade, Sutton Coldfield, B72 1QU  10th Dec 2009 to 19th Dec 2009
When Jack and his mother, Dame Trott, can?t pay their rent they are forced to sell their beloved cow Moo tilda. But, when Jack comes home from the market with some magic beans instead of a bag of gold, the adventure really begins.  Website http://www.suttonartstheatre.co.uk/ 
Hippodrome Theatre in Birmingham
Birmingham		 Sleeping BeautySleeping Beauty , Birmingham Hippodrome , Hurst Street, Birmingham, B5 4TB  19th Dec 2009 to 31st Jan 2010
Joe Pasquale returns to Birmingham Hippodrome this Christmas to head up the cast of the UK?s biggest Pantomime, Sleeping Beauty. Joe will be joined by Xfactor and Dancing on Ice star, Ray Quinn.  Website http://www.birminghamhippodrome.com/   Book Tickets Now
Sedgley Puss In Boots, Dormston Mill Theater , The Dormston Centre Mill Bank Sedgley DY3 1SN  10th Jan 2010 to 16th Jan 2010
For more infomation and ticket prices please visit our web site.  Website http://www.rainbowpantomime.co.uk/ 
Solihull Arts Complex in Solihull
Solihull
 Cinerella  Solihull Arts Complex,    Touchwood Homer Road, Solihull,B91 3RG   Tel:  0121 704 6962   11 Dec 2009 - 10 Jan 2010
starring Malcom Stent.  Cinders will be cleaning, washing and cooking... she has all the dirty jobs and never has any fun When will her handsome Prince rescue her?
Come and enjoy the action packed show with comedian Malcolm Stent, as Buttons it's an action packed show for all the family SOLIHULL ARTS COMPLEX CLICK
Stourbridge Town Hall
Stourbridge		 Dick WhittingtonStourbridge Town Hall Theatre , Crown Centre, Stourbridge, West Midlands  23rd Jan 2010 to 30th Jan 2010
This fantastic family pantomime will be showing at Stourbridge Town Hall Theatre in January 2010! A great cast and production team, a fabulous pantomime for all of the family! Go to our website to find more information.  Website http://www.stourbridgepanto.co.uk/ 
Grand Theatre in Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton		 CinerellaCinderella,  The Grand Theatre Wolverhampton, Lichfield Street, Wolverhampton WV1 1DE  Box Office: 01902 42 92 12  Sat 12 Dec 2009 - Sun 31 Jan 2010.  Wolverhampton's Grand Theatre is home to the magical pantomime Cinderella this Christmas. Starring Stefan Dennis (Neighbours) and the return of Grand Theatre favourites The Krankies! Joining them will be X Factor star Niki Evans and the hilarious Nathan Kiley and Ben Stock as the Ugly Sisters. GRAND THEATRE CLICK
Wiltshire
Watermill Newbury
Swindon		 Sleeping Beauty, Wyvern Theatre , Theatre Square, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN1 1QN   12th Dec 2009 to 10th Jan 2010
Join the hilarious Muddles, the outrageous Nanny Fanny and the valiant Prince Harry as they attempt to save Beauty from the evil spell and to make her dreams of love and happiness come true.  Website http://www.wyverntheatre.org.uk/   Book Tickets Now
Shrivenham King Arthur , Charles Grace Theatre , Shrivenham, Wiltshire, SN6 8LA  21st Jan 2010 to 23rd Jan 2010
Join Arthur, Merlin, Sir Veillance and Sir Charge as they battle the evil Morgana and her son, Mordred, to win the hand of the Princess Guinevere.
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Wharf Theatre, Devizes
Devizes 		Dick WhittingtonDick Whittington at Devizes Wharf Theatre,Couch Lane, Devizes Wiltshire SN10 1EB  Friday 11 December 2009 - Saturday 19 December 2009.
Every Christmas season needs a pantomime, and every year the Wharf is delighted to uphold this very British tradition. Adults and children alike will enjoy this tale of rags to riches presented with songs and laughter, not forgetting the Dame and plenty of audience participation.   The story goes that back in the 14th Century, a poor down-and-out called Dick Whittington found work and shelter in the house of a wealthy merchant. He sent Dick and the cat he befriended off to sea to trade with the Sultan of Barbary. The Sultan was overrun with rats and paid a small fortune to keep the cat. On his return, Dick started a successful business, married the merchant's daughter and became Lord Mayor of London - three times! Or so legend has it. Dick Whittington is a Devizes Wharf Theatre Group production and is written by Verne Morgan and directed by Peter Wells.Ring Devizes Books on (01380) 725944 to book tickets.WHARF THEATRE CLICK
Salisbury Playhouse
Salisbury
CinerellaCinderella at Salisbury Playhouse, Malthouse Lane, Salisbury SP2 7RA  Box Office  & Restaurant Bookings  01722 320 333    Monday 2 December 2009 - Saturday 9 January 2010
The Playhouse claims that Cinderella will be Salisbury's 'most enchanting Christmas pantomime ever', with sparkling sets and costumes, loads of comedy, song and dance, and a magical transformation scene. Poor Cinderella spends all day sat by the fire dreaming of meeting a handsome prince. That's when she's not running errands for her two horrid ugly sisters. One day Prince Charming announces that a Grand Ball is to be held at his palace, but no invitation arrives for put-upon Cinderella. Maybe, just maybe, if she wishes hard enough, her dream will come true. Suddenly there's a flash, her Fairy Godmother appears, and the magic begins...Salisbury Playhouse's production of Cinderella is written by Mark Clements .  Visit the Salisbury Playhouse website to book tickets.

Salisbury Playhouse: Cinderella
Arc Theatre Trowbridge
Trowbridge
Robin HoodRobin Hood and the Babes in the Wood at Trowbridge's Arc Theatrem College Road, Trowbridge, Wilts BA14 0ES   Wednesday 13 January 2010 - Saturday 23 January 2010
Robin Hood and the Babes in the Wood is a tale of dastardly doings, derring-do and dreadful jokes!  The wicked Sheriff wants rid of the two 'babes', Rosie and Pete, so that he can get his hands on their riches. Aided by his henchmen, Picket and Pocket, the two children are abandoned in the woods. To the rescue comes Nanny Dora and her dog Handy Andy, aided by Stewy and Maid Marion. In the woods they meet a certain Robin Hood and his gang. Robin Hood and the Babes in the Wood is a Trowbridge Players production . Tickets can be booked by phone on 0845 299 0476.
Trowbridge Arc Theatre: Robin Hood and the Babes in the Wood
Worcestershire
The Festival Theatre in Malvern
Malvern   		Jack & The Beanstalk Festival Theatre,    Grange Road, Malvern, Worcestershire, WR14 3HB.  17th December 2009 To 10th January 2010
Pantomime fun for all the family starring Colin Baker, SMart's Mike Fischetti and Last of the Summer Wine's Sarah Thomas.Box Office on 01684 892277
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Palace Theatre in Redditch
Redditch
 Jack & The Beanstalk , Palace Theatre, Alcester Street, Redditch, Worcestershire Monday 7th December 2009 to Sunday 3rd January 2010
Join us at the Palace Theatre this year for the truly ‘gi-normous’ adventure Jack and the Beanstalk. Prepare to do battle with the evil Giant Blunderbore and his horrible henchman Fleshcreep. Cheer on Jack, who with the help of a few magical beans climbs the beanstalk to the Giant’s castle in the sky to rescue his true love Princess Amelia while also helping himself to some of the Giant’s treasures including the Goose that lays the golden eggs. There will be plenty of slapstick and audience participation with Dame Trott and Daisy the Cow plus all the other essential traditional pantomime ingredients you have come to expect including dazzling sets and costumes, sensational songs and show stopping dance routines.  With the emphasis firmly on the family entertainment that you have come to expect from a Palace panto we’ll make sure your Christmas is full of beans over the festive season. Bookings are already at a record high, so act quickly to make sure you’ve got your ticket to the biggest show in town. After all, Christmas just isn’t Christmas without a trip to the Palace Panto!  PALACE THEATRE CLICK
Stourport
 Aladdin                  22nd January until 30th January 2010.
This is our favourite pantomime, and could be our record sales from last year! Please support local groups by supporting us.Please book early to reserve your favourite seats, particularly for larger groups! We have sold many tickets already! Please call 01299 825170 after 18:00 to reserve tickets, or download our poster or booking form for details. MONDAY NIGHT GROUP CLICK
Swan Theatre in Worcester
Worcester
 Sleeping Beauty Swan Theatre Worcester from 12th to 23 January 2010
 Kays Theatre Group is proud to present Sleeping Beauty written by Paul Tate as its 2010 panto production. We are privileged to have as director Ann Mayor, a long standing Kay’s member and director of many highly acclaimed productions in recent years. Once again we are delighted to have All England finalists and Britains Got Talent semi finalists Harlequin Dancers under the direction of Paula Dymock add their special magic to the show.call 01905 420083 Not only are we worcester's best pantomime, Tickets are only £10 each for all shows! KAYS THEATRE GROUP CLICK
Swan Theatre in Worcester
Worcester		 Dick WhittingtonSwan Theatre Worcester   Monday 7th December – Sunday 3rd January
Book now for next year’s fun packed Panto at the Swan Theatre. Promising more Christmas magic, expect great family entertainment, glittering costumes, lots of sing-a-longs and plenty of chances to join in the fun. Join Dick Whittington and his cat on their adventures to London and beyond – will the streets really be paved with gold? Will he clear his name and defeat the evil King Rat? And will he win the heart of the fair Alice?BY TELEPHONE: On 01905 611427. Tickets can also be held on reservation for up to 4 working days but must be paid for, in full, 4 days prior to the performance. Worcester Live reserves the right to release tickets for sale that are not paid for within these time limits. IN PERSON: The Worcester Live Box Office is situated at Huntingdon Hall in Crowngate Shopping Centre WORCESTER LIVE CLICK
Yorkshire
Beverley Memorial Hall
Beverley		 Dick Whittington& Sam the Cat , Beverley Memorial Hall , Lairgate, Beverley, HU17 8HN   25th Nov 2009 to 29th Nov 2009
Beverley Musical Theatre present their Annual Pantomime Dick Whittington & Sam the Cat. Beverley Memorial Hall Wednesday, 25th Sunday, 29th November 09 Tickets priced at £6.50 adults and £4.50 children  Website http://www.bmtnet.org.uk/ 
Hull New Theatre in Hull
Hull		 Peter Pan Hull New Theatre , Kingston Square, Hull, HU1 3HF   10th Dec 2009 to 10th Jan 2010
PETER PAN, complete with fabulous sets, beautiful costumes and stunning flying sequences, will have the Hull New Theatres hallmark of quality, value for money entertainment for the whole family.  Website http://www.hullcc.gov.uk/hullnewtheatre 
North Cave Cinerella , North Cave Village Hall, 60 Westgate, North Cave   26th Jan 2010 to 30th Jan 2010
A fun adaptation of the traditional Cinderella story performed by a talented local theatre group. Always a popular event in January. Fine family entertainment. Tickets are as always inexpensive. Details on our website.  Website http://www.caveplayers.co.uk/ 
Bishopthorpe Franky Panky , Village Hall , Main Street, Bishopthorpe, York YO23 2RB   8th Dec 2009 to 12th Dec 2009
The Ebor Players present their 16th annual pantomime, 'Franky Panky'. It's frighteningly good!!!  Website http://www.eborplayers.net/ 
York Theatre Royal in York
York		 Humpty Dumpty , York Theatre Royal , St. Leonard's Place, York, YO1 7HD   10th Dec 2009 to 30th Jan 2010
Let the team that brought you the acclaimed Dick Turpin stretch your imagination to Herculean proportions with a brand new hilarious version of this classic nursery rhyme.
Website http://www.theatre-royal-york.co.uk/ 
Grand Opera House in York
York		 Snow White & The 7 Dwarfs , Grand Opera House York , Cumberland Street, York, YORK, YO1 9SW  11th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010
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.  Website http://www.york-operahouse.co.uk/   Book Tickets Now
Barnsley Mother GooseMother Goose , The Academy Theatre , 311 Sheffield Rd, Birdwell, Barnsley, S70 5TU   3rd Dec 2009 to 24th Dec 2009
Presented by The James Brandon Company in association with The Academy Theatre. Special offers for groups and schools Start Times: 10am, 1.30pm & 6.30pm during weekdays. 2pm & 7pm on Saturdays.  Website http://www.theacademytheatre.co.uk/ 
Wath Upon Dearne Dick Whittington Montgomery Hall , Church Street, Wath Upon Dearne,S63 7RD   27th Jan 2010 to 31st Jan 2010
Why not book now to see far out theatre's best panto yet! DICK WHITTINGTON & HIS CAT, come along on a far out theatre adventure as you help Dick find his fortune in London! This panto is one for all the family.  Website http://www.farouttheatre.com/ 
Bradford Playhouse
Bradford		 Aladdin, The Bradford Playhouse , 4-12 Chapel Street, Little Germany, Bradford BD1 5DL   24th Nov 2009 to 28th Nov 2010
Come and join Aladdin on his magical carpet ride with the family pantomime 'Aladdin'.  Website http://www.thebradfordplayers.co.uk/ 
The Carriageworks in Leeds
Leeds		 Snow White & The 7 Dwarfs, The Carriageworks Theatre , 3 Millennium Square, Leeds, LS2 3AD   4th Dec 2009 to 9th Jan 2010
This Christmas, The Carriageworks is pleased to announce that Paul Holman Associates is returning to Leeds with another traditional, family pantomime Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.  Website http://www.carriageworkstheatre.org.uk/ 
Alhambra Studio Theatre
Bradford		 Jack & The Beanstalk - A Giant of a pantomime! , Alhambra Theatre , Morley Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD7 1AJ  12th Dec 2009 to 31st Jan 2010
This year?s magical production of Jack and the Beanstalk at the Alhambra Theatre stars Billy Pearce as Silly Billy and Emmerdale?s favourite Dingle Hayley Tamaddon as the Princess.  Website http://www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/ 
Pontefract Snow QueenThe Snow Queen , Pontefract Town Hall , Bridge Street, Pontefract WF8 1PG  11th Jan 2010 to 16th Jan 2010
The Snow Queen will be St. Giles Pantomime Society's 61st Annual Production. For ticket sale arrangements please visit the Society website.
Website http://www.stgilespanto.co.uk/ 
The Carriageworks in Leeds
Leeds		 Sleeping BeautyThe Carriageworks Theatre , 3 Millennium Square, Leeds, LS2 3AD  12th Jan 2010 to 20th Jan 2010
A traditional family entertainment with plenty for old and young alike.Book early to avoid dissapointment our tickets sell fast !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!The Carriageworks 0113224 3801 or LIDOS booking 01132522514.  Website http://www.lidos.co.uk/ 
Harrogate Theatre
Harrogate 		Aladdin. Harrogate Theatre, Oxford Street, Harrogate. North Yorkshire. HG1 1QF Box Office: 01423 502 116 Email: boxoffice@harrogatetheatre.co.uk  27 November 2009 to   9 January 2010
Taking audiences on a magical carpet ride this show is filled with classic panto characters including Wishee Washee, Widow Twankey and the mystical genie of the lamp. Aladdin will run from Friday 27 November 2009 to Saturday 9 January 2010 and tickets are now available through the Harrogate Theatre Box Office. Prices are frozen for the second year in a row making this one of the best value festive shows in the region. Demand is already high for key Christmas performances including Christmas Eve and Boxing Day.  website: http://www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk/
Lyceum Theatre
Sheffield		 Snow White & The 7 DwarfsSnow White and the Seven Dwarfs.   Lyceum Theatre.Sheffield Theatres, 55 Norfolk Street, Sheffield, S1 1DA  11th Dec 09 to 10th Jan 2010
Mirror, mirror on the wall, where is the funniest panto of them all?This star-studded cast includes pop icon, Toyah Willcox as The Wicked Queen; the Damian Williams as Nurse Nellie and Toby Foster (BBC Radio Sheffield) makes his debut as Muddles the Court Jester. Local legend, Bobby Knutt will also make a special 'virtual' appearance as the Man in the Mirror. They are joined by a top quality supporting cast and seven of the best professional dwarfs in the country.
Website: Sheffield Theatres website
FULL LIST OF HERITAGE FOUNDATION'S BLUE PLAQUES

ROLL OF HONOUR
1995 - 1999

Plaques unveiled by The Heritage Foundation between 1995 and 1999.

ERIC MORECAMBE OBE
Plaque unveiled 14th May 1995
85 Torrington Park London N12


LES DAWSON
Plaque unveiled 8th October 1995
The Bumbles Lytham St Annes Lancs


HATTIE JACQUES
Plaque unveiled 5th November 1995
67 Eardley Crescent Earls Court London SW5


TOMMY COOPER
Plaque unveiled 12th May 1996
Teddington Studios


TERRY THOMAS
Plaque unveiled 13th October 1996


TONY HANCOCK
Plaque unveiled 11th May 1997
Teddington Studios


IRENE HANDL
Plaque unveiled 11th May 1997
Teddington Studios