Nottingham's pantomimes have become the stuff of legends, and with good reason! Nottinghamshire hosts a variety of pantomimes and entertainment across various acclaimed theatre and performance spaces to bring some much-needed joy this festive season!
Pantomimes in Nottingham
Nottingham Playhouse's legendary panto is back for 2024, with a giant of a story in Jack & the Beanstalk from 29th November 2024 - 18th January 2025. When Jack exchanges the family cow for mysterious beans, he begins an epic adventure when they grow into an enormous beanstalk. Join Jack as he bravely climbs to discover a land above the clouds, where a ferocious giant lurks in his castle. Packed with comedy chaos courtesy of Nottingham's favourite dame, John Elkington, join us for a show jam-packed with laughter, live music, and spectacular special effects. Expect top tunes, dazzling costumes, and plenty of audience participation in this super-sized extravaganza that will leave everyone feeling sky-high.
Join Peter Pan and the characters you know and love next Christmas in this high-flying swashbuckling adventure at the Theatre Royal from Saturday 7th December 2024 – Sunday 12th January 2025. This family treat will include all your favourites from Neverland including Tinker Bell, Wendy, John and Michael Darling. With amazing special effects, stunning sets, beautiful costumes and barrel-loads of laughter, Peter Pan will take your whole family on a magical trip to Neverland like never before!
Christmas Shows
The Nottingham Harmonic Choir returns to the Royal Concert Hall on Saturday 21st December with its well-loved Family Carol Concert. There is nothing like heartily singing carols with hundreds of fellow concertgoers to get you in the Christmas spirit. Join in and sway along to Schneewalzer and enjoy the magical Let It Go from Frozen. With Christmas only days away, add some sparkle to your festive season with our family friendly concert and enjoy the very best of traditional and popular music.
Catch The Storm Whale at Lakeside Arts from Saturday 14th December – Sunday 5th January. Based on the award-winning books The Storm Whale and The Storm Whale in Winter by Benji Davies, this tender and heart-warming story of loneliness, love and courage are brought to life as one magical piece of festive theatre.
The whole family will enjoy The Gruffalo at Theatre Royal from Thursday 14th - Sunday 17th November. Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in Tall Stories' magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
A brand new version of The Ugly Duckling has been specially created for children ages 3 – 8. It is the perfect introduction to live theatre for young families. Full of music, creative captioning and plenty of opportunities to join in, this 50-minute-long show is a great festive treat for little ones. Catch it at Nottingham Playhouse from Thursday 5th December 2024 - Saturday 4th January 2025.
Rufford Abbey Country Park are hosting some fantastic events this Winter, including Carols by Candlelight on Sundays throughout December. These events are perfect for those looking for a more understated event, while getting into the Christmas spirit.
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