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New Vic Theatre Will Mark 40th Anniversary With THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES and More
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2025

In 2026, the New Vic Theatre – the UK's first purpose-built theatre-in-the-round and one of the country's most influential producing theatres - will celebrate the first part of its 40th anniversary year

World Premiere Of Arthur Berry's WHATEVER HAPPENED TO PHOEBE SALT Comes to the New Vic Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2025

The New Vic Theatre will produce the world premiere production of Whatever Happened to Phoebe Salt by Arthur Berry this May. Learn more about the show here!

Photos: JACK AND THE BEANSTALK Panto at The Borough Hall
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2024

This festive season, join Jack for a journey up the beanstalk at Surrey’s ‘giant’ pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk, playing Godalming Borough Hall. Check out all new photos here!

Review: CINDERELLA, King's Head Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - Dec 13, 2024

Written and directed by British Panto Award winner Andrew Pollard, Cinderella is given a “North London upgrade” in the King’s Head theatre’s first-ever pantomime. Maddy Erzan-Essien stars as the titular heroine, a girl who longs to find her place in the world and is forced to serve her evil stepsisters under the watchful eye of their mother

Producer Steps On As Ugly Sister In King's Head Theatre Adult Pantomime
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2024

On 11 December, Producer and General Manager James Quaife joined the cast of Cinderella: Adults Only for one night, playing one of the Ugly Sisters. Learn more here!

Vinegar Strokes, Danielle Steers, and More Will Make Guest Appearances in Adults-Only Panto CINDERELLA
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2024

Special guest stars of stage and screen have been announced to appear on and off stage in the adults-only performances of Cinderella at the King's Head.

King's Head Theatre Announces Full Casting For First Ever Family Pantomime CINDERELLA
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2024

KING'S HEAD THEATRE has announced the full cast for its first family pantomime, featuring the voice of Judi Dench and starring Ella Vaday. The show runs from November 30 to January 5.

CINDERELLA Will Be the First Family-Friendly Panto at the King's Head Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2024

King’s Head Theatre will present its first ever family pantomime in its new and flexible 250-seat auditorium this Christmas. Presented in this fantastic intimate setting, Cinderella will be fully immersive, with puppets from Little Angel Theatre, featuring sensational songs, hilarious slapstick comedy, romance and plenty of audience participation; firmly rooted in Islington, the panto will celebrate the borough’s rich history.

Eugene O'Hare Announced Winner of The Inaugural Victoria Wood Playwriting Prize for Comedy
by Stephi Wild - May 16, 2024

At a ceremony held at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre last night, Irish actor and playwright from County Down, Eugene O’Hare was announced as the winner of Birmingham Rep’s inaugural The Victoria Wood Playwriting Prize for Comedy.

Octagon Theatre Bolton Unveils Autumn/Winter Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2024

The Octagon Theatre has revealed a sensational programme set to entertain audiences this autumn and into 2025. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Cast Set For The Dukes' ALICE IN WONDERLAND
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2024

The Dukes award-winning outdoor walkabout theatre show returns to Lancaster’s Williamson Park this summer as the Dukes present their annual award winning production featuring a cast of 6 actors.

ALICE IN WONDERLAND Comes to the Dukes, Lancaster This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2024

Marvellous Madness Awaits as you follow the rabbit  into a world of wonder and whimsy as the Dukes, Lancaster presents 'Alice In Wonderland”.

The Mercury Theatre in Colchester Reveals 2024-25 Pantomime, THE NEW ADVENTURES OF PETER PAN
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2024

The Mercury Theatre in Colchester has announced their 2024/5 pantomime, The New Adventures of Peter Pan, which will run from 23 November 2024 – 19 January 2025.

New Vic Theatre Will Stage the Premiere of A LEAP IN THE DARK
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2024

Staffordshire's New Vic presents the stage premiere of A Leap In The Dark, charting the story of the UK's first ever radio play on its 100th anniversary, a major moment in radio history. The production is written by Emmy award-winning Ron Hutchinson.

DICK WHITTINGTON at Godalming Borough Hall Will Offer Pay What You Can Tickets and a 'Relaxed' BSL Performance
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2023

The festive pantomime favourite Dick Whittington will play Godalming Borough Hall from 9 - 31 December 2023, promising spectacular song and dance, colourful costumes and lots of fun and laughs for the whole family.  

Queen's Theatre Hornchurch Announces New Season
by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 18, 2023

Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch has announced its next ambitious programme of produced work.

Su Pollard, Ian McKellen, and More Take Home UK Pantomime Association 2023 Pantomime Awards
by Stephi Wild - Apr 12, 2023

The UK Pantomime Association (UKPA) has announced the winners of The Pantomime Awards 2023 in association with Butlin’s at a star-studded ceremony which took place at the Trafalgar Theatre in London’s West End on the evening of Tuesday 11 April 2023.  

Carrie Hope Fletcher, Rob Madge, Clive Rowe, and Vernon Kay Among 2023 Pantomime Awards Nominees
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 12, 2023

The UK Pantomime Association has announced the nominations for The Pantomime Awards 2023 in association with Butlin’s, ahead of the awards ceremony at the Trafalgar Theatre, in London’s West End, on Tuesday 11 April 2023 at 7pm, hosted by Christopher Biggins.  

Godalming Borough Hall's SLEEPING BEAUTY Offers Pay What You Can Tickets
by Stephi Wild - Nov 30, 2022

The enchanting family Pantomime Sleeping Beauty, which plays Godalming Borough Hall from 10 until 26 December 2022, will be open to all thanks to the return of the Pay What You Can scheme this year. Wysch Productions hope it will help those who would not otherwise be able to attend a Pantomime due to financial restraints.  

Cast and Creatives Announced for SLEEPING BEAUTY at Queen's Theatre Hornchurch
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Nov 29, 2022

Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch’s annual pantomime is always a firm family favourite, and it is a pleasure to now be able to reveal the cast and creatives for the upcoming production of Sleeping Beauty, playing until 31 December 2022.