Pantomimes in Greater Manchester 2025 - 2026

Christmas Carol Goes Wrong

The Lowry, Pier 8, Salford Quays, Salford, M50 3AZ
2nd Nov 2025 to 8th Nov 2025

Get ready for a festive theatrical treat as the Cornley Amateur Drama Society returns with their unique take on Charles Dickens' timeless classic, A Christmas Carol. From Mischief Theatre, the creators of The Play That Goes Wrong.

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A Christmas Carol

Octagon Theatre Bolton, Howell Croft South, Bolton, BL1 1SB
13th Nov 2025 to 10th Jan 2026

This joyful stage adaptation features toe-tapping music, festive fun and a good splash of magic. This heart-warming and uplifting tale of redemption is the perfect festive treat for the whole family.

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A Fairytale for Christmas

Opera House, Quay St, Manchester, M3 3HP
17th Nov 2025 to 18th Nov 2025

Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Irish culture as the talented singers, musicians and dancers perform a world class concert featuring all the festive favourites including Driving Home for Christmas and of course The Fairytale of New York.

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Aladdin

Middleton Arena, LCpl Joel Halliwell VC Way, Middleton, Greater Manchester, M24 1AG
25th Nov 2025 to 29th Dec 2025

This magical pantomime features Great Songs, Dazzling Dance Routines, Stunning Scenery, Beautiful Costumes and Amazing Special Effects ? It will be an unforgettable experience for children and adults alike.

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Cinderella

Guide Bridge Theatre, Audenshaw Road, Audenshaw, Manchester M34 5HJ
25th Nov 2025 to 7th Dec 2025

Join us at this festive time of year. Gather close and draw near.

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The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

The Lowry, Pier 8, Salford Quays, Salford, M50 3AZ
3rd Dec 2025 to 11th Jan 2026

Join Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter as they meet new friends, face dangerous foes and learn the lessons of courage, sacrifice, and the power of love.

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Dick Whittington

Salford Arts Theatre, Kemsing Walk, Off Liverpool St, Salford M5 4BS
3rd Dec 2025 to 31st Dec 2025

Dick Whittington seeks his fame and fortune ....along the way he fights the evil King Rat with the help of his friends.

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Raymond Briggs' Father Christmas

Waterside Arts Centre, Waterside Plaza, Sale, M33 7ZF
4th Dec 2025 to 27th Dec 2025

With plenty of live music, songs and playful puppetry, this critically acclaimed adaptation of Raymond Briggs' much loved book is a delightful festive treat for children and families to enjoy.

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Aladdin

The Plaza, Mersey Square, Stockport, Greater Manchester, SK1 1SP
5th Dec 2025 to 4th Jan 2026

Take a magical carpet ride to the North West?s home of sensational Pantomime entertainment for our glittering production of ALADDIN starring BRIAN CAPRON star of Coronation Street who makes a welcome return as the really evil ABANAZAR.

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It's A Wonderful Life

Bolton Little Theatre, Hanover St, Bolton BL1 4TG
6th Dec 2025 to 13th Dec 2025

Based on the much-loved Frank Capra film of 1946, the play is a joyful story of love, hope and Christmas spirit. Maybe, it's a wonderful life after all?

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Hansel and Gretel

Millgate Arts Centre, Stoneswood Road, Delph, Saddleworth, OL3 5DY
6th Dec 2025 to 31st Dec 2025

Expect stupendous production values and a side-splitting, original script ? reasons why Saddleworth?s Panto has become known as? ?the best little Panto in the country?.

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Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

Opera House, Quay St, Manchester, M3 3HP
6th Dec 2025 to 4th Jan 2026

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs will be spectacularly brought to life at Manchester's home of pantomime, with an abundance of comedy, sensational song and dance numbers, fabulous costumes and stunning scenery.

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Cinderella

Forum Theatre, Compstall Road, Romiley, Stockport, SK6 4EA
7th Dec 2025 to 28th Dec 2025

A family - friendly pantomime of Cinderella! Countdown with us to midnight and help the Prince search for his love, who?s lost her glass slipper, in this fun-filled, laugh-a-minute pantomime that?s guaranteed to get the whole family feeling festive.

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Shaun The Sheep's Circus Show

Aviva Studios, Water Street, Manchester M3 4JQ
11th Dec 2025 to 4th Jan 2026

Shaun the Sheep's Circus Show combines the extreme physicality and awe-inspiring feats of Circa and the playful charm of the multi-award-winning, globally successful Shaun the Sheep.

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Rumpelstiltskin

Contact Theatre, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M15 6JA
11th Dec 2025 to 31st Dec 2025

Magic, mayhem and above all, true love as Cupid comes to Contact this Christmas for a Pantomime like no other. Can she overcome the wicked tricks of Rumpelstiltskin and help Prince Dierdrick find true love?

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Beauty and the Beast

Queen Elizabeth Hall, West Street, Oldham, OL1 1UT
13th Dec 2025 to 30th Dec 2025

Oldham's favourite Christmas pantomime is back at Queen Elizabeth Hall this Christmas.

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Cinderella

Playhouse 2 Theatre, 35 Market St, Shaw, Oldham OL2 8NX
15th Dec 2025 to 31st Dec 2025

Filled with music, laughter and packed full of audience participation Cinderella is the perfect festive treat for all the family.

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A Christmas Carol

Home, 2 Tony Wilson Place, Manchester M15 4FN
18th Dec 2025 to 20th Dec 2025

After the success of last year's NIGHTMARES, The Book of Darkness & Light return with their ghostly adaption of this most beloved festive classic. Age 10+.

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Cinderella

NWTAC Theatre, 270a Lightbowne Rd, Moston, Manchester, M40 5HQ
19th Dec 2025 to 24th Dec 2025

Packed with hilarious slapstick, jokes for kids and grown-ups alike, dazzling costumes, and all your favourite songs, Cinderella is the ultimate feel-good festive experience.

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Cirque Wicked Wizard of Oz

AO Arena Manchester, Victoria Station Approach, Hunts Bank, Manchester M3 1AR
23rd Dec 2025

Panto meets Cirque as audience favourites JORDAN CONWAY as the hilarious scarecrow

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Jack And The Beanstalk

St Paul's Peel Parish Community Hall, Manchester Road West, Manchester M38 9EG
16th Jan 2026 to 25th Jan 2026

This year a firm favourite brought right up to date! Fabulous songs and dance routines. A hero with a head for heights, rescuing his one true love with Daisy the Cow in tow! What's not to love!!!

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