Pantomimes in West Sussex 2026 - 2027

Dick Whittington

The Capitol, North Street, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 1RG
29th Nov 2026 to 3rd Jan 2027

Starring dancer, choreographer and TV Star, Louie Spence as The Cat! With a sneaky villain, a show-stopping cat, toe-tapping songs and laugh-out-loud chaos, this festive panto is packed with sparkle, surprises, and family fun!

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Twas The Night Before Christmas

The Capitol Studio, North Street, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 1RG
1st Dec 2026 to 31st Dec 2026

This charming 45 minute show will delight the younger members of the family, and get everyone ready for that special visit!

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Puss In Boots: The Pantomime

Pavilion Theatre, Marine Parade, Worthing, BN11 3PX
3rd Dec 2026 to 3rd Jan 2027

Warm, witty and full of festive sparkle, Puss in Boots is a magical Christmas pantomime that will fill families with joy and wonder, whether it?s your first panto or a much-loved annual tradition.

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Dick Whittington

Ifield Barn Theatre, Rectory Farmhouse, Ifield Street, Crawley RH11 0NN
3rd Dec 2026 to 13th Dec 2026

Dick Whittington arrives in London to seek his fortune, accompanied by his faithful Cat. There he joins an expedition to the Barbary Coast, where with the cat's help he finds fame and fortune and wins Alice Fitzwarren's hand.

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Aladdin

Hawth Theatre, Hawth Avenue, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 6YZ
5th Dec 2026 to 31st Dec 2026

Bursting with glittering costumes, side-splitting comedy, big musical numbers, and all the "He's behind you!" fun audiences adore, this is the Christmas treat your family won't want to miss.

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Free Printable Letter from Father Christmas - Santa Letters

Hey! Christmas Tree

Minerva Theatre, Oaklands Park, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 6AP
5th Dec 2026 to 27th Dec 2026

Enchanting, funny and heart-warming, this festive story about the importance of finding friendship and somewhere to call home, created especially for Chichester Festival Theatre by Michael Morpurgo.

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Robin Hood

Chequer Mead Theatre, De La Warr Road, East Grinstead, West Sussex RH19 3BS
5th Dec 2026 to 3rd Jan 2027

This festive pantomime brings the legendary tale of Robin Hood to life with all the magic, mischief and mayhem you?d expect from Chequer Mead.

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The Littlest Yak

Connaught Theatre, Union Place, Worthing, West Sussex BN11 1LG
6th Dec 2026 to 7th Dec 2026

This musical adaptation of the award-winning children?s book by Lu Fraser and Kate Hindley will delight audiences young and old with beautiful puppets, catchy tunes and an uplifting tale of self-acceptance for all the family.

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Peter Pan: A musical adventure

Chichester Festival Theatre, Oaklands Park, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 6AP
14th Dec 2026 to 30th Dec 2026

An unmissable, classic musical adaptation presented by our multi-talented Youth Theatre, supported by a full professional creative team.

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A Christmas Carol

Connaught Theatre, Union Place, Worthing, West Sussex BN11 1LG
17th Dec 2026

With the rest of the acting cast stuck on a train, the great Charles Dickens himself, aided by his faithful tour manager, George Dolby, takes on the daunting challenge of portraying not just Ebenezer Scrooge, but over 30 other characters!

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Cinderella

Ropetackle Arts Centre, Little High Street, Shoreham-By-Sea BN43 5EG
17th Dec 2026 to 30th Dec 2026

Poor Cinders is stuck cleaning up after her wicked stepmother and those ghastly stepsisters, but with the help of her Fairy Godmother, a pumpkin, and a touch of magic, she's off to the Royal Ball!

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