Pantomimes in East Sussex 2026 - 2027

Alice in Wonderland

The Phoenix Theatre and Arts Centre, Parkstone Road Hastings East Sussex TN34 2NT
15th Aug 2026

Tumble down the rabbit hole and step into the magical world of Wonderland! Sip tea with the Mad Hatter, grin with the Cheshire Cat, giggle with the Tweedles ? but beware the fearsome Queen of Hearts!

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Beauty and the Beast

Community House, Greenwich Way, Peacehaven, East Sussex BN10 8BB
3rd Dec 2026 to 5th Dec 2026

This beauty of a pantomime is an all new 'tale as old as time' presented by the Peacehaven Players.

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A Christmas Carol

The Phoenix Theatre and Arts Centre, Parkstone Road Hastings East Sussex TN34 2NT
5th Dec 2026

With quick character changes, playful invention, and a sparkle of silliness, Four Forty transform the classic into a joyful night of theatre for audiences of all ages.

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Dick Whittington

Royal Hippodrome Theatre, 108-112 Seaside Road, Eastbourne, BN21 3PT
7th Dec 2026 to 3rd Jan 2027

Packed with sparkle, catchy songs, huge laughs and fun for all the family, this magical festive treat promises everything (and more!) that you've come to love from a Hippodrome Pantomime.

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Cinderella

Devonshire Park Theatre, Compton Street, Eastbourne, BN21 4BP
11th Dec 2026 to 17th Jan 2027

When left at home by her sisters, Cinders cannot go to the ball but with some brilliant buffoonery from Buttons and a little bit of magic from her Fairy Godmother, Cinderella can get ready for a night of wonder and excitement!

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Snow White - A Wickedly Fun Family Pantomime

White Rock Theatre, White Rock, Hastings, Hastings, TN34 1JX
12th Dec 2026 to 3rd Jan 2027

Starring acclaimed actress and I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here! Star Shona McGarty and X Factor winner Matt Terry. With spectacular scenery, dazzling costumes, amazing special effects, hilarious jokes and plenty of audience participation!

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The Little Prince

The Phoenix Theatre and Arts Centre, Parkstone Road Hastings East Sussex TN34 2NT
19th Dec 2026 to 22nd Dec 2026

Through mesmerising puppetry and beautiful original music the boy who fell to earth teaches his friend the Aviator about love, life and real happiness in this adaptation of one of the best-selling children's books of all time.

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Aladdin

DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole, King's Road Brighton BN1 2FU
22nd Dec 2026 to 30th Dec 2026

Take a magic-carpet ride with Aladdin on his thrilling adventure as he battles the wicked sorcerer, discovers the secrets of the enchanted lamp, and tries to win the heart of Princess Jasmine.

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A Christmas Carol

All Saints Church Hove, Hove, BN3 3QE
23rd Dec 2026

Through voice, presence and the power of Dickens' unaltered words, a whole world unfolds - Scrooge's chilly office, Fezziwig's joyous party, the warmth of the Cratchit family, and the haunting visitation of the spirits.

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The Little Mermaid

Royal Hippodrome Theatre, 108-112 Seaside Road, Eastbourne, BN21 3PT
26th Mar 2027 to 30th Mar 2027

This show promises to make a real splash with comedy aplenty, dazzling scenery, shimmering costumes and plenty for you all to boo and hiss at!

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