Pantomimes in Bristol 2025 - 2026

A Christmas Carol

Redgrave Theatre, Percival Road, Clifton, Bristol BS8 3LE
24th Nov 2025 to 29th Nov 2025

Stocking-stuffed with plenty of festive twinkle, ghostly antics and Dickensian humour, this is the perfect pre-Christmas treat for the whole family. Suitable for ages 8+

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Rapunzel: A Hairy Tale

Tobacco Factory, Raleigh Road, Southville, Bristol, BS3 1TF
27th Nov 2025 to 17th Jan 2026

This heartwarming production tells a story about growing up, venturing out, and discovering your own voice - all wrapped up in an unforgettable adventure (with plenty of extraordinary hair).

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Once Upon A Winter

Redgrave Theatre, Percival Road, Clifton, Bristol BS8 3LE
29th Nov 2025

One day Robin discovers a portal to a magical place called Winterland, which looks an awful lot like his drawings! Soon Robin is embarking on an epic musical adventure, encountering fairytale baddies and learning the power of bravery and difference.

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Treasure Island

Bristol Old Vic, King Street, Bristol, BS1 4ED
5th Dec 2025 to 10th Jan 2026

From a Bristol tavern to the mighty ocean waves, join Hawkins as she gets into pirate-y peril aboard the mighty Hispaniola. Whether landlubber or salty seadog, you'll be on the edge of your seat and tapping your toes to an infectiously catchy new score!

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Sleeping Beauty

Redgrave Theatre, Percival Road, Clifton, Bristol BS8 3LE
5th Dec 2025 to 4th Jan 2026

Polka Dot Pantomimes and the Redgrave Theatre are delighted to announce the Pantomime for the festive season of 2025 leading into 2026 and it's the pantomime of your DREAMS - SLEEPING BEAUTY.

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Antarctica

The Weston Studio, Bristol Old Vic, King Street, Bristol, BS1 4ED
5th Dec 2025 to 10th Jan 2026

At the bottom of our planet, lies the South Pole: a magical, wind-whipped world of snow, ice and some of the most wondrous creatures on Earth including slip-sliding penguins, cheeky albatrosses and mysterious creatures of the deep.

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Jack and the Beanstalk

Bristol Hippodrome, St Augustine's Parade, Bristol, Avon, BS1 4UZ
6th Dec 2025 to 4th Jan 2026

Starring Will Young. Expect laughs, music, special effects, magic beans and bundles of audience participation in this giant of a pantomime!

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A Christmas Carol

Alma Tavern and Theatre, 18-20 Alma Vale Rd, Clifton, Bristol BS8 2HY
9th Dec 2025 to 13th Dec 2025

Will Ebenezer Scrooge, tight-fisted, cruel and bitter, finally re-join the human race and learn to embrace the true generous and humble spirit of Christmas?

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Rapunzel

Redgrave Theatre, Percival Road, Clifton, Bristol BS8 3LE
15th Apr 2026 to 16th Apr 2026

A hair-larious and exciting retelling of the family favourite, complete with a laugh out loud script, catchy songs, audience interaction, and stunning production value including dazzling costumes and animated scenery!

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