Box Office:
0116 233 3111

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Announcement from DeMontfort Hall - 13th August 2020

RESCHEDULED: We’ve made the difficult decision to reschedule our panto, Sleeping Beauty, to Winter 2021. Tickets remain valid for the new dates and we’ll be in touch with all bookers shortly.

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This year at De Montfort Hall, Leicester our magical family pantomime is Sleeping Beauty.

When the wicked fairy Carabosse’s evil curse causes the princess to prick her finger on a spinning wheel and fall into an enchanted sleep can anyone rescue her from the magical slumber before
it is too late?

Once again the show will have all the ingredients for a perfect family panto, whether you are 3 or 103, with a hilarious comic, an outrageous dame, a devilish baddie, fabulous musical numbers and bags of
slapstick fun!

Sleeping Beauty runs from Saturday 12th December 2020 - Sunday 3rd January 2021.

Junior Ensemble

Junior Ensemble auditions were due to take place on Sunday 5th July. However, due to current circumstances we can confirm that the date is being moved to some time in September 2020. We will announce the final date shortly.

Box Office
01422 351158

This years pantomime at The Victoria Theatre is the gigantic Jack and the Beanstalk.

The Trot’s are so poor they don’t have a bean to their name, and what is more there is a giant terrifying the village. Come and see if Jack can defeat the giant, win the heart of the girl he loves and turn the Trots’ fortunes around.

Once again The Victoria Theatre will have all the ingredients for a perfect family panto, with a dastardly villain, a hapless comic and a hilarious panto dame, as well as fabulous musical numbers and bags of slapstick fun!

Jack & the Beanstalk runs from Saturday 12th December 2020 - Sunday 3rd January 2021.

Casting

Junior Ensemble

This years junior ensemble auditons will be held at The Victoria Theatre on Sunday 20th September 2020. More information will follow shortly.

This festive season Hoxton Hall will be home to the magical family pantomime Sleeping Beauty.

When the wicked fairy Carabosse’s evil curse causes Princess Rosa to prick her finger on a spinning wheel and fall into an enchanted sleep for 100 years, can anyone rescue her from the magical slumber before it is too late? With a hilarious comic, an outrageous dame, a devilish baddie, a dashing hero, tons of adventure and bags of slapstick fun, this classic, romantic fairy tale promises to enthrall audiences of all ages whether you are 3 or 103!

Sleeping Beauty runs from Friday 11th December - Thursday 24th December 2020.

Junior Ensemble

More information on Junior Ensemble auditions will be announced soon.

A statement from the Grand Pavilion - 26th June 2020

Grand Pavilion large scale shows: October 2020 – January 2021

The coronavirus pandemic has, and continues to have, a profound effect on our lives and the way we live. People’s safety and wellbeing is the foremost priority for us all. The restrictions have impacted on every part of our economy and perhaps most acutely on the hospitality, theatre and events industry.

While the guidance on what we can and can’t do is managed cautiously here in Wales, the uncertainty on the future of our theatre and events programme means that we are forced to make our own judgements on how to proceed and recover from this crisis.

It is, therefore, with a great disappointment that we have to announce our plans to reschedule or cancel all large-scale events due to take place in the main auditorium at the Grand Pavilion from October until the end of January 2021.

This very sadly means that our annual pantomime Aladdin, produced by Imagine Theatre, will not go ahead this year. We look forward to welcoming back the cast and crew for the Christmas and New Year season in 2021-22, and wish to thank them for supporting us with this difficult decision.

We would also like to thank all other performers, promoters and private hirers who were due to hold events at the Grand Pavilion this year, for their patience and understanding whilst we rearrange their bookings, and to our colleagues at Bridgend County Borough Council for their support and commitment to the venue.

Although our autumn and winter programme of events may seem a long way off, there is still significant uncertainty surrounding how and when theatres, and other event venues, will be allowed to reopen - and even when they are, the corresponding guidance and working restrictions imposed will determine how viable each step is. We need to act now in order to secure a sustainable future for the Grand Pavilion and Awen Cultural Trust.

The challenges facing theatres and venues is now well publicised and, as a registered charity dedicated to providing cultural opportunity, Awen will do its bit in supporting other activities and play a prominent role in the national conversation on how theatres can transition back into places where people can once again gather to socialise, enjoy and learn.

We will be contacting customers by email and telephone with respect to transferring tickets to rescheduled dates or arranging refunds. We politely request that you wait to be contacted by us, over the coming weeks, and thank you in advance for your patience and understanding whilst we deal with thousands of people.

Thank you once again for your ongoing support, donations and kind messages – we really do appreciate it.

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This year The Grand Pavilion in Porthcawl will be home to with the hilarious family friendly pantomime, Aladdin.

With a law decreeing that the princess can only marry a prince, and the evil Abanazar up to no good, it looks as though Aladdin’s dreams may never come true. And he’s not the only one! Aladdin’s mum Widow Twankey, has got the mixed-up Chinese laundry blues which are not helped by the fact they’re also very poor…If only Aladdin could make his fortune and then all their dreams could come true.

Once again The Grand Pavilion promise a show packed full of side-splitting slapstick comedy, stunning special effects and marvellous musical numbers that you will be singing for days afterwards, all in one magical show that is suitable for everyone to enjoy whether they are 3 or 103!

Aladdin runs from Friday 11th December 2020 - Sunday 3rd January 2021.

Junior Ensemble

This year the junior ensemble auditions for Aladdin have been cancelled

Box Office:
01926 334418

This year The Royal Spa Centre in Leamington will be home to with the hilarious family friendly pantomime, Aladdin.

Once again The Royal Spa Centre promise a show packed full of side-splitting slapstick comedy, stunning special effects and marvellous musical numbers that you will be singing for days afterwards, all in one magical show that is suitable for everyone to enjoy whether they are 3 or 103!

With a law decreeing that the princess can only marry a prince, and the evil Abanazar up to no good, it looks as though Aladdin’s dreams may never come true. And he’s not the only one! Aladdin’s mum Widow Twankey, has got the mixed-up Chinese laundry blues which are not helped by the fact they’re also very poor…If only Aladdin could make his fortune and then all their dreams could come true.

Aladdin runs at the Royal Spa Centre from Saturday 5th December 2020 - Sunday 3rd January 2021.

Junior Ensemble

Junior Ensemble auditions will be held on Sunday 13th September.

More information will be released throughout the year, please click here for the latest updates.

An announcement from OnFife Theatres - 5th August 2020

*PANTO AND CHRISTMAS UPDATE*

We've been assessing how our theatres will re-open as we emerge from lockdown in the hope that Snow White at the Adam Smith Theatre could go on but such is the uncertainty around how the coming months will unfold that we have had to accept that panto with restrictions would not be the fantastic experience we all know and love.

So, like so many other cultural organisations and theatres, we are putting panto on hold for this year. We know it's a huge disappointment which is why we're determined to make Panto 2021 one of the most special ever and are delighted to announce that it will be the all-time favourite...Cinderella!

If you had already booked Snow White tickets, don't worry - box office will be contacting you directly to discuss your options (including the chance to hold seats for Cinderella at 2020 prices!) over the coming weeks and no later than 31 August.

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Junior Ensemble

Junior Ensemble auditions will be held on Friday 21st August 2020

More information will be released throughout the year, please click here for the latest updates.

Box Office:
01463 234 234

11th September 2020 - Cinderella has been postponed to 2021

We’re very sad to announce that Cinderella, our 2020/21 pantomime, is being postponed until 2021/22. This has been an incredibly difficult decision because we know how much our panto’ means to families, schools, colleagues and friends across the entire Highland region.

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Come and join us at Eden Court this festive season for the panto that makes everyone’s wishes come true, Cinderella.

Will the Ugly Sisters succeed in ruining Cinderella’s dreams of happiness or will her Fairy Godmother and loyal friend Buttons be able to thwart their wicked plans? Come and join us at the ball and find out!

Once again Eden Court promise a show packed full of side-splitting slapstick comedy, stunning special effects and marvellous musical numbers that you will be singing for days afterwards, all in one magical show that is suitable for everyone to enjoy whether they are 3 or 103!

Cinderella runs from Friday 4th December 2020 - Sunday 3rd January 2021.

Junior Ensemble

The date of the Junior Ensemble auditions is tbc

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Announcement from the Beacon Arts Centre on 12th August 2020

After careful consideration of the most recent guidelines issued by the Scottish Government, it is with enormous regret that we announce our decision to postpone this year’s pantomime, Cinderella, until Christmas 2021.

A message from our Theatre Director, Pauline Kane, “The Beacon’s pantomime is a highlight of Inverclyde’s cultural calendar and has established itself as a popular Christmas tradition for many families from the local area and beyond. Under the current restrictions, we are unable to produce the panto experience our audiences have come to know and love – that of a packed auditorium, high energy crowds and of course, the hilarious on-stage antics of our much-loved regular cast members. We are deeply saddened to lose panto this year, but our priority is the safety of our staff and audiences. Therefore, postponing until next year feels like the most sensible, fair, and safe option, and we promise that next year’s show will be the biggest ball in town!”

Our box office team will be contacting all ticket holders, in performance date order, with available options. We ask that audiences keep their tickets for next year’s show to help support us through this difficult period where possible. If this is not an option, we ask that bookers consider an account credit to book for a later date, or donate all, or part of refunded tickets to help our organisation deliver an exciting programme of shows, events, classes and workshops when we reopen.

Cinderella WILL go to the ball (in 2021!) And we can’t wait to welcome you back to the Beacon.

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The Beacon Arts Centre this festive season will be home to the panto that makes everyone’s wishes come true, Cinderella.

Will the Ugly Sisters succeed in ruining Cinderella’s dreams of happiness or will her Fairy Godmother and loyal friend Buttons be able to thwart their wicked plans? Come and join us at the ball and find out!

Once again The Beacon promise a show packed full of side-splitting slapstick comedy, stunning special effects and marvellous musical numbers that you will be singing for days afterwards, all in one magical show that is suitable for everyone to enjoy whether they are 3 or 103!

Cinderella runs from Friday 4th December - Wednesday 30th December 2020.

Written by and starring Coventry’s favourite Dame Iain Lauchlan, alongside the wonderful Craig Hollingsworth, this seasonal screening is full of festive fun and magical mayhem.

Life has been turned upside-down in the village of Prickly Bottom. An evil Giant and his horrible henchman Fleshcreep have pinched the enchanted harp that helps keep Prickly Bottom peaceful, safe and prosperous! But Fairy Fluff thinks she’s found a way to save the day.

When poor Jack Trott is forced to sell his beloved cow Daisy, Fairy Fluff makes him a special offer in the form of some magic beans, Waking up the next day, Jack find a mysterious beanstalk growing in his garden and a magical adventure soon begins.

Filmed following the latest government guidelines on social distancing, Jack and the Beanstalk Online is full to brim with slapstick silliness, crazy costumes and lots magical make-believe.

There are two different ways you can experience this unmissable Christmas treat:

• Watch on selected dates at the Belgrade Theatre, from £11 for adults and £6 for children – Please note that due to social distancing tickets are limited so make sure you book early!

• Watch at Home from 1 – 31 Dec, from just £16. If you book to watch at home an email with details about how to access the screening will be sent to you prior to the event from the Belgrade Theatre.

This is a Belgrade Film and Digital Production created and written by Iain Lauchlan with production services by Sugarswell Studios Ltd.

Box Office: 

024 7655 3055

8th September 2020 - Beauty and the Beast has now been postponed until 2021

We regret to confirm that our 2020 pantomime, Beauty and the Beast, has now been postponed until 2021. This difficult decision has been reached due to the impact of ongoing restrictions on indoor performances.

We are now in the process of contacting everyone who has booked tickets, and would like to ask for people’s patience and understanding as we manage this process with a reduced staff.

If you have purchased tickets for the show, please check your email inbox for further communications from us. Please note that box office phone lines remain closed while our staff continue to work remotely.

Belgrade Theatre Artistic Director Hamish Glen said:

“We’re obviously disappointed to have had to make this decision. Christmas is a special time at the Belgrade, and it’s always a pleasure to see families, friends and audiences of all ages coming together to share in the magic of panto.

“The good news is that we have already rescheduled Beauty and the Beast for 2021 and we’re incredibly grateful for the continued understanding, loyalty and support of our audiences, almost all of whom have been happy to transfer their bookings to next year’s dates. We look forward to welcoming you all back for a really exciting year in 2021, as we reunite to celebrate both the end of lockdown and Coventry’s year as City of Culture.”

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The pantomime this year at The Belgrade Theatre in Coventry will be Beauty and the Beast.

This enchanting tale of heroic adventure, true love, messy mayhem and festive frivolity is destined to be the most beautiful and beastly yet!

Once upon a time in a land far away there was a handsome but selfish young prince. He fell foul of an evil sorceress and was doomed to spend the next 500 years hidden in his castle in the guise of a grotesque beast. Could anyone ever love such a beast and unlock the cruel spell?

Make-believe, music and lots of magic fun means a “beauty-full” Christmas treat for all the family!

Beauty and the Beast will run from Wednesday 25th November 2020 - Saturday 9th January 2021.

Junior Ensemble

More information regarding junior ensemble auditions will be announced shortly.