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Best Pantomimes in the East Midlands

It wouldn't be Christmas without a family trip to the panto, it's fun for all the family from 2 to 102!

Here are all the top pantomimes around the East Midlands including Derby, Nottingham, Lincoln, Leicester and Northampton.


The Wizard of Oz

Melton Theatre, Asfordby Road, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire LE13 0HJ
18th Apr 2025

This jam-packed Pantomime adaptation of L. Frank Baum's classic story is packed with hilarious jokes, dazzling song and dance routines, colourful scenery, and plenty more for all the family!

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The Wizard of Oz - Easter Panto

Grimsby Auditorium, Cromwell Road, Great Grimsby, NE Lincolnshire, Grimsby, DN31 2BH
26th Apr 2025

Be prepared to be transported into a breath-taking world filled with stunning sets, vibrant costumes and dazzling special effects. From the magical wonders of Munchkinland to the mysterious and perilous journey through the dark forests.

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The Wizard of Oz

Lighthouse Theatre, Thurston Drive, Kettering NN15 6PB
30th May 2025 to 31st May 2025

This jam-packed Pantomime adaptation of L. Frank Baum's classic story is packed with hilarious jokes, dazzling song and dance routines, colourful scenery, and plenty more for all the family!

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Oliver Twist

Derby Theatre, 15 Theatre Walk, St Peter's Quarter, Derby, DE1 2NF
28th Nov 2025 to 3rd Jan 2026

Featuring carols, folk songs, and original music, this exciting and enchanting version of Dickens' timeless classic will come alive with adventure and festive sparkle.

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Jack & The Beanstalk

Baths Hall, 59 Doncaster Road, Scunthorpe, DN15 7RG
4th Dec 2025 to 31st Dec 2025

Fee-Fi-Fo-Fum! The legendary Annie Fanny returns once more to The Baths Hall for a giant adventure in Jack and The Beanstalk.

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Jack and the Beanstalk

Winding Wheel Theatre, Holywell St, Chesterfield, S41 7SA
4th Dec 2025 to 4th Jan 2026

With nothing but a handful of magic beans, Jack must find the courage to climb to Cloud Land, slay a giant, win the hand of the Princess and free his village of fear and foreboding forever!

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Aladdin

Buxton Opera House, Water Street, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6XN
5th Dec 2025 to 1st Jan 2026

When the charming but poor Aladdin meets Princess Jasmine, he thinks all of his dreams have come true, until he comes across a magical lamp and a Genie who grants him three wishes. However, this is panto and the course of true love never did run smooth?

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Dick Whittington

Derby Arena, Royal Way, Pride Park, Derby DE24 8JB
5th Dec 2025 to 31st Dec 2025

This Christmas join Dick Whittington on his search for fame and fortune as he sets off for London where the streets are paved with gold, or are they?

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Beauty and the Beast

Grimsby Auditorium, Cromwell Road, Great Grimsby, NE Lincolnshire, Grimsby, DN31 2BH
10th Dec 2025 to 30th Dec 2025

When a magical sorceress transforms the handsome Count into a frightening Beast, only true love will break the spell.

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