Pantomimes in London 2026 - 2027

Jack and the Beamstalk

Stanley Arts, 12 South Norwood Hill, London SE25 6AB
7th May 2026 to 9th May 2026

A toe-tapping, high-energy adventure that takes a classic story and gives it a sci-fi twist. If you love unapologetic campness and sillyness, then this is the show for you.

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The Jungle Book

Olivier Theatre, National Theatre, South Bank, London SE1 9PX
13th Nov 2026 to 6th Feb 2027

In the mangroves of the Sundarbans, wolves howl, birds soar and tigers roar. At the heart of this wild and vibrant kingdom, an unlikely child is growing up - Mowgli.

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Cinderella

Lyric Hammersmith, Lyric Square, King St, London W6 0QL
14th Nov 2026 to 3rd Jan 2027

Expect show-stopping songs, side-splitting comedy, and that classic Lyric twist on this most magical of fairy tales.

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Peter Pan

Polka Y C Chan Theatre, 240 The Broadway, Wimbledon, London SW19 1SB
14th Nov 2026 to 24th Jan 2027

Join Peter and Wendy on an awfully big adventure in a quest to never grow up. Joined by the mischievous Lost Boys and feisty fairy Tink, can they work together to defeat the formidable Captain James Hook?

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Raymond Briggs' Father Christmas

Lyric Hammersmith Studio, Lyric Square, King St, London W6 0QL
18th Nov 2026 to 31st Dec 2026

Join Santa as he awakes from a dream of sun, sea and sand only to find it is the busiest day of the year: Christmas Eve.

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Jack and the Beanstalk

Hackney Empire, 291 Mare Street, London E8 1EJ
21st Nov 2026 to 31st Dec 2026

Climb into a world of magic and mischief this festive season, as we welcome back 'panto royalty' (The Times) Clive Rowe to the Hackney Empire stage for Jack and the Beanstalk.

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Robin Hood and the Merry Mandem

Theatre Royal Stratford East, Gerry Raffles Square, Stratford, London, E15 1BN
21st Nov 2026 to 2nd Jan 2027

Stratford is buzzing. The lights are glowing. And deep in the heart of E15, a new kind of hero is taking off their blazer and putting on a hoodie. Expect an East End spectacle to remember, with stunning sets and costumes and rip-roaring comedy.

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The Snowman

The Peacock Theatre, Portugal Street, London, WC2A 2HT
21st Nov 2026 to 3rd Jan 2027

Back for it's 29th year, The Snowman is a magical stage adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Raymond Briggs.

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Antarctica

Polka Adventure Theatre, 240 The Broadway, Wimbledon, London SW19 1SB
27th Nov 2026 to 17th Jan 2027

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

Greenwich Theatre, Crooms Hill, London SE10 8ES
27th Nov 2026 to 10th Jan 2027

2026's pantomime! Written by Greenwich favourite (and winner of Best Script at the British Panto Awards 2025) Anthony Spargo!

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Pinocchio

Globe Theatre, 21 New Globe Walk, Bankside, London SE1 9DT
28th Nov 2026 to 3rd Jan 2027

Journey to a world of endless possibilities this festive season as Pinocchio comes to life in the iconic Globe Theatre for the premiere of a magical, unmissable new musical for the whole family.

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Cinderella

Sadler's Wells Theatre, Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4TN
1st Dec 2026 to 17th Jan 2027

The 30th Anniversary celebration of?one of the popular and beloved productions,?Matthew Bourne?s?Cinderella?- a thrilling and evocative love story, set in London during the Second World War.

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Stick Man

Bloomsbury Theatre, 15 Gordon Street. London WC1H 0AH
3rd Dec 2026 to 3rd Jan 2027

What starts off as a morning jog becomes quite the misadventure for Stick Man: a dog wants to play fetch with him, a swan builds a nest with him, and things start to heat up with he ends up on a fire!

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Sleeping Beauty

Harrow Arts Centre, Uxbridge Road, Harrow HA5 4EA
5th Dec 2026 to 29th Dec 2026

Join us for a fairy tale treat packed with fiery dragons, daring escapades, and dazzling fun that will have the whole family roaring with laughter. Oh yes it will!

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Peter Pan

New Wimbledon Theatre, The Broadway, Wimbledon, London, SW19 1QG
5th Dec 2026 to 3rd Jan 2027

This family treat brings the magic of Neverland to the stage, with Tinker Bell's sparkle, Smee's comic charm, the scheming Captain Hook and a very friendly crocodile.

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Cinderella

London Palladium, Argyll Street, Westminster, London W1F 7TF
5th Dec 2026 to 10th Jan 2027

Comedy legends Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders reunite on the West End stage for the first time in 17 years as the wickedly hilarious Ugly Sisters, along with Julian Clary, Paul Zerdin, Nigel Havers and Rob Madge.

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Aliens Love Panta Claus

artsdepot, 5 Nether Street, Tally Ho Corner, North Finchley, London, N12 0GA
8th Dec 2026 to 3rd Jan 2027

This brand-new stage show brings to life Claire Freedman and Ben Cort's beloved picture book, Aliens Love Panta Claus. This magical family adventure will be full of intergalactic joy, starry surprises and rocket fuelled memory-making for all!

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Jack and the Beanstalk

Beck Theatre, Grange Road, Hayes, UB3 2UE
11th Dec 2026 to 31st Dec 2026

Get ready to laugh along with the ever-mischievous Simon, boo and hiss at the devious Fleshcreep, and cheer with all your might as Jack bravely climbs to the giant's castle in the clouds to rescue his sweetheart Jill.

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Nutcracker

London Coliseum, 33 St Martin's Lane, London, WC2N 4ES
17th Dec 2026 to 10th Jan 2027

The English National Ballet's delightful production and magical Christmas tradition for all the family returns to the splendour of the London Coliseum following sold out performances in 2022.

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