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.
ELF: The Musical!
Cast, Sir Nigel Gresley Square, Waterdale, Doncaster DN1 3BU5th Nov 2024 to 9th Nov 2024
ELF is the funny and charming tale of Buddy, who mistakenly crawled into Santa?s bag as a baby and was raised as an elf!
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The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
Courtyard Theatre Leeds Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, Leeds LS2 7UP18th Nov 2024 to 25th Jan 2025
Join Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter as they wave goodbye to wartime Britain and say hello to Mr. Tumnus, the talking Faun, Aslan, the unforgettable Lion and the coldest, cruelest White Witch!
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Cinderella
Theatre Royal Wakefield, Drury Lane, Wakefield, WF1 2TE26th Nov 2024 to 5th Jan 2025
Featuring the glittering sets, gorgeous costumes, and glorious music you have come to know and love in Wakefield, not to mention gags a plenty to make you laugh your glass slippers off.
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Beauty and the Beast
Harrogate Theatre, Oxford Street, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 1QF27th Nov 2024 to 19th Jan 2025
When an arrogant Prince is cursed to live as a Beast in an enchanted castle, his only hope is to find true love. Packed with sparkle and festive fun, Harrogate Theatre?s magical family pantomime is a seasonal spectacular.
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Robin Hood
Civic Theatre, Walker Place Rotherham S65 1UF28th Nov 2024 to 5th Jan 2025
A fun-filled adventure with all the usual, fabulous Rotherham panto madness. With ticket prices you can afford even after the Sherriff?s tax rises, book now and hit the panto bullseye!
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Jack and the Beanstalk: The Rock 'n' Roll Panto
City Varieties Music Hall, Swan Street, Leeds, LS1 6LW29th Nov 2024 to 12th Jan 2025
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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The Borrowers
Hull Truck Theatre, 50 Ferensway, Hull HU2 8LB29th Nov 2024 to 4th Jan 2025
Set against a backdrop of Christmas in East Yorkshire during the 1940s Blitz, this enchanting family friendly production explores themes of adventure, friendship and the joy of love and togetherness.
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Jack and the Beanstalk
Cast, Sir Nigel Gresley Square, Waterdale, Doncaster DN1 3BU29th Nov 2024 to 5th Jan 2025
After a handful of magic beans grow into an enormous beanstalk overnight, Jack must go on an adventure to save the kingdom from the fearsome giant.
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Rod Campbells Dear Santa Live
Hull City Hall, Queen Victoria Square, Carr Lane, Hull HU1 3RQ1st Dec 2024 to 2nd Dec 2024
Santa is determined to deliver the most fantastic Christmas present to Sarah, but he doesn't get it right straight away! With the help of his cheeky Elf, he finally settles on something 'perfect', just in time for Christmas Eve.
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Dick Whittington
Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queens Square, Queen Street, Huddersfield HD1 2SP2nd Dec 2024 to 31st Dec 2024
This magical Christmas theatre show has a hiss-terical script and toe-tapping mew-sical numbers. Be blown away by dazzling costumes and spellbinding effects. Come join Dick and his cat for this rags to riches adventure!
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Aladdin
York Theatre Royal, St. Leonard's Place, York YO1 7HD3rd Dec 2024 to 5th Jan 2025
Cbeebies and CBBC superstar, Evie Pickerill, will bring her sparkle and flair as Spirit of the Ring! Also starring York favourites Robin Simpson and Paul Hawkyard. This fun-filled extravaganza is guaranteed to delight the whole family!
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Snow White
Middlesbrough Theatre, The Avenue, Middlesbrough, Teeside6th Dec 2024 to 4th Jan 2025
This spectacular production will again feature dazzling costumes, spellbinding special effects and lots of audience participation that will keep the whole family entertained and amused.
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Snow White
Sheffield Lyceum Theatre, 55 Norfolk Street, Sheffield, S1 1DA6th Dec 2024 to 4th Jan 2025
Starring Sheffield's favourite Dame, Damian Williams, with further casting to be announced.
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Pinocchio
Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD7 1AJ7th Dec 2024 to 19th Jan 2025
Comedy sensation Billy Pearce leads the cast as toymaker Geppetto, with his prize creation Pinocchio transforming from the famous puppet to a real boy, whose nose grows every time he tells a lie.
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Jack and the Beanstalk
Barnsley Civic, Hanson Street, Barnsley, S70 2HZ7th Dec 2024 to 28th Dec 2024
Step into a world of epic adventure and laughter for the LARGEST pantomime in Barnsley in 2024 - Jack and the Beanstalk. Join Dame Tilly Trot and her idle son Jack, as they embark on the quest of a lifetime.
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The Wind In The Willows
Halifax Playhouse, King Cross Street, Halifax, HX1 2SH11th Dec 2024 to 15th Dec 2024
Tired of spring-cleaning, Mole leaves Mole End and ventures out to the riverbank, where he befriends the resourceful Ratty, the gruff Badger and the infamous Toad of Toad Hall (Poop-poop!).
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Goldilocks and the Three Bears
Hull New Theatre, Kingston Square, Hull, HU1 3HF11th Dec 2024 to 31st Dec 2024
Starring the Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer and Dancing on Ice finalist Brendan Cole as the Evil Ringmaster, Goldilocks and the Three Bears will also see the return of Hull's favourite comic Neil Hurst.
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Rapunzel
Godber Studio, Hull Truck Theatre, 50 Ferensway, Hull HU2 8LB12th Dec 2024 to 29th Dec 2024
Celebrating and exploring themes of friendship, bravery and adventure, this heartwarming festive production will have young audiences and their families beaming from ear to ear long after the applause.
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Peter Pan
The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street, Halifax HX1 1BP14th Dec 2024 to 5th Jan 2025
With lots of hilarious slapstick comedy, stunning scenery and costumes, magical musical numbers and a plenty of audience interaction.
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Jack and the Beanstalk
The Bradford Playhouse, 4-12, Chapel Street, Bradford, BD1 5DL14th Dec 2024 to 1st Jan 2025
Embark on a magical journey filled with laughter, music, and adventure, as our talented cast brings this timeless tale to life on stage. Join Jack, Jill, Dame Trot, and a host of colorful characters.
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Northern Ballet's A Christmas Carol
Leeds Grand Theatre, 46 New Briggate, Leeds LS1 6NZ17th Dec 2024 to 4th Jan 2025
Dickens' timeless tale is reimagined through dance, music and storytelling which will transport you to Victorian England and leave your heart aglow.
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Treasure Island
Social, 63 Humber St, Hull20th Dec 2024 to 29th Dec 2024
The rock'n'roll Hull panto returns with another anarchic take on a classic story. Catch us down Humber Street this Christmas to jump aboard and kickstart a swashbuckling new tradition.
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ELF: The Musical Arena Spectacular
First Direct Arena, Arena Way, Leeds, LS2 8BY23rd Dec 2024 to 24th Dec 2024
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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Elf The Musical
Connexin Live, Myton Street, Hull HU1 2PS27th Dec 2024 to 29th Dec 2024
With catchy songs, lively choreography, and a touching story about love and friendship, it's a feel-good experience that will leave you with a smile on your face and the joy of the holiday season in your heart.
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Jack and The Beanstalk
Oval Hall, Sheffield City Hall, Barkers Pool, Sheffield S1 2JA28th Dec 2024 to 5th Jan 2025
Manor Operatic Society present their annual panto. This year it is Jack and the Beanstalk - a giant of a panto!
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Jack and the Beanstalk
Yeadon Town Hall Theatre, High Street, Leeds LS19 7PP10th Jan 2025 to 2nd Feb 2025
Yeadon's Pantomime returns for its 86th year where magic beans, towering giants, and a world of enchantment await you! Get ready for a GIANT adventure that will transport you to a realm where dreams grow as tall as the beanstalk itself!
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