Best Pantomimes in Yorkshire

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 Yorkshire region including York, Harrogate, Leeds, Wakefield and Sheffield.

Dick Whittington

Harrogate Theatre, Oxford Street, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 1QF
22nd Nov 2023 to 14th Jan 2024

Join Dick Whittington on an adventure of a lifetime to seek his fame and fortune in London town where the streets are paved with gold! Packed with sparkle, silliness, and side-splitting jokes!

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Robin Hood: The Rock 'n' Roll Panto

City Varieties Music Hall, Swan Street, Leeds, LS1 6LW
24th Nov 2023 to 7th Jan 2024

A very different format to the traditional Christmas pantomime, Rock 'n' Roll Pantos mix traditional elements of audience participation and corny gags with a jukebox full of classic rock anthems and chart-toppers.

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Sleeping Beauty

Theatre Royal Wakefield, Drury Lane, Wakefield, WF1 2TE
28th Nov 2023 to 7th Jan 2024

Wakefield's very own panto returns for 2023/24 with Sleeping Beauty. Get your tickets early to secure the best seats!

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Cinderella

Civic Theatre, Walker Place Rotherham S65 1UF
30th Nov 2023 to 7th Jan 2024

Poor Cinderella works night and day but dreams of a very different life and with an invitation to the royal ball it looks as if her wish may be granted.

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Beauty and the Beast

Cast, Sir Nigel Gresley Square, Waterdale, Doncaster DN1 3BU
30th Nov 2023 to 31st Dec 2023

In a faraway land an arrogant and self-centred prince is magically transformed into a hideous beast. Only a kind-hearted village girl can mend the prince's wa's in time and break the spell!

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Cinderella

Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queens Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield HD1 2SP
1st Dec 2023 to 31st Dec 2023

Full of spellbinding effects, dazzling costumes, a hilarious script and toe-tapping musical numbers, come join Cinderella in this much-loved rags to riches Christmas adventure.

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Jack and the Beanstalk

York Theatre Royal, St. Leonard's Place, York YO1 7HD
8th Dec 2023 to 7th Jan 2024

Panto favourite Robin Simpson (Mrs Smee in Peter Pan and Manky in Cinderella) will also be returning as our Dame. Join them for a fresh new take on this timeless rags-to-riches tale as we bring you another spectacular family panto.

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The Muppet Christmas Carol Live In Concert

York Barbican, Paragon Street, York YO10 4NT
8th Dec 2023

Disney's The Muppet Christmas Carol will be presented live in concert this winter across the UK, featuring its musical score performed live to the film.

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Beauty and the Beast

Sheffield Lyceum Theatre, 55 Norfolk Street, Sheffield, S1 1DA
8th Dec 2023 to 7th Jan 2024

Starring Duncan James (Blue) as Danton and Jennie Dale (CBeebies' Swashbuckle) as Fairy join legendary Dame Damian Williams who will be playing Madame Bellie Fillop.

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Cinderella

Whitby Pavilion, West Cliff, Whitby, North Yorkshire YO21 3EN
8th Dec 2023 to 9th Dec 2023

Join us for the most lavish pantomime on the east coast this Christmas as we promise fun-packed production bursting with dazzling scenery, beautiful costumes, hilarious comedy, amazing special effects and plenty of audience participation.

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Cinderella

Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD7 1AJ
9th Dec 2023 to 21st Jan 2024

You shall go to the ball this Christmas with Bradford panto legend, Billy Pearce, as the loveable Buttons, Emmerdale star Samantha Giles as The Wicked Stepmother and celebrity baker and Strictly Come Dancing finalist John Whaite as Dandini.

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Robinson Crusoe and the Pirates of the River Ouse

Grand Opera House York, Cumberland Street, York, YORK, YO1 9SW
9th Dec 2023 to 3rd Jan 2024

York legend Berwick Kaler returns with all of the gang for his hilarious take on the classic story of the sailor from York who finds himself marooned on a desert island, but he's not alone!

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Peter Pan

The Bradford Playhouse, 4-12, Chapel Street, Bradford, BD1 5DL
9th Dec 2023 to 30th Dec 2023

Join Captain Hook and the Pirates of Neverland as they attempt to capture Peter Pan and his friends Tinkerbell, Wendy, the Hilarious Mr Smee and not forgetting the fabulous Mrs Smee. Be part of the panto magic - hook your tickets today.

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Jack and the Beanstalk

The Spa Theatre, South Bay, Scarborough, YO11 2HD
9th Dec 2023 to 1st Jan 2024

The much-loved panto tale of the boy who sells his mother's cow for a handful of magic beans.

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Cinderella

Barnsley Civic, Hanson Street, Barnsley, S70 2HZ
9th Dec 2023 to 27th Dec 2023

Cinderella is coming to Barnsley Civic for Christmas 2023 Will you come to the ball? Panto Ever After in association with Barnsley Civic, are proud to present a brand new interpretation of the classic fairy tale Cinderella.

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Snowmen

Cast Second Space, Sir Nigel Gresley Square, Waterdale, Doncaster DN1 3BU
13th Dec 2023 to 24th Dec 2023

Packed with visual comedy and told with a handful of words, all of which are BSL signed, Snowmen is the perfect winter treat for 2-7 year olds and their families.

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Cinderella

Hull New Theatre, Kingston Square, Hull, HU1 3HF
16th Dec 2023 to 7th Jan 2024

Packed with all of the traditional pantomime ingredients Hull audiences expect, Cinderella features laugh-out-loud comedy, stunning scenery, beautiful costumes and plenty of boos and hisses.

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Sorry, Christmas is Cancelled-Katie Saves the Day!

Carriageworks Theatre, Millennium Square, Leeds City Centre LS2 3AD
17th Dec 2023 to 31st Dec 2023

Thieves have broken into Father Christmas' grotto and stolen all of the presents. All seems lost until Katie hitches a ride on a magical bird to The North Pole, determined to help Father Christmas save the day!

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Robin Hood and His Merry Men

Sheffield City Hall, Barkers Pool, Sheffield S1 2JA
27th Dec 2023 to 7th Jan 2024

Manor Operatic Society present Robin Hood packed to the brim with laughter, amazing music, spectacular special effects and dazzling dancing; plus Manor?s iconic dough throwing, bucket game and Tiddly Winky Woo.

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ELF: The Musical Arena Spectacular

First Direct Arena, Arena Way, Leeds, LS2 8BY
27th Dec 2023 to 28th Dec 2023

Based on the much-loved movie Christmas Elf. With a massive stage featuring amazing film backdrops on a huge led screen, plus a mobile stage that travels the auditorium, everyone gets a close-up view of the action.

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Peter Pan Goes Wrong

Leeds Grand Theatre, 46 New Briggate, Leeds LS1 6NZ
15th Jan 2024

The much-loved members of the Cornley Drama Society are back on stage, battling technical hitches, flying mishaps and cast disputes as they attempt to present J.M Barrie's classic tale. But will they ever make it to Neverland?

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Peter Pan Goes Wrong

Sheffield Lyceum Theatre, 55 Norfolk Street, Sheffield, S1 1DA
19th Feb 2024 to 24th Feb 2024

The much-loved members of the Cornley Drama Society are back on stage, battling technical hitches, flying mishaps and cast disputes as they attempt to present J.M Barrie's classic tale. But will they ever make it to Neverland?

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