Pantos & Entertainment

Nottingham's pantomimes have become the stuff of legends and this year our amazing theatres are determined not to let covid steal Christmas by creating two spectacular, socially-distanced pantomimes, bringing some much-needed joy this festive season!

The Fairy Godmothers of theatre at Nottingham Playhouse have been working hard to ensure we all get a chance to go to the ball this year with a reimagined pantomime, specially adapted to ensure a safe, comfortable and magical experience for all. The ultimate fairy tale adventure, join Cinderella as she attempts to outwit her Ugly Stepsisters and win the heart of the dashing Prince in this family production filled with classic panto humour, upbeat musical numbers and all the characters you know and love.

Alternatively, if you can’t make it to the show in person, let them bring the show to you! You can book tickets for a special livestreamed performance on Saturday 19 December, a Christmas Eve special or rent a recording to watch with your family on demand.

Over at the Theatre Royal and Royal Concert Hall they’re getting ready to present the pantomime of your dreams, a socially-distanced spectacular created especially for Christmas 2020 – Sleeping Beauty. With a star-studded cast including Paul Chuckle and the award-winning street dance company Flawless (as seen on Britain’s Got Talent) it’s set to be an incredible show, packed full of comedy routines, audience-safe participation, and all the unmissable magic that Nottingham audiences have come to expect from their annual festive pantomime.

Little ones aged 3-8 will love Nottingham Playhouse’s production of Jack and the Beanstalk, showing from 9 November – 2 January. Filled with music, dancing and plenty of opportunities to join in, this charming family show is the perfect introduction to live theatre.

You can book all these performances with confidence knowing that if Government guidelines in December prevent the performances going ahead as planned you’ll be offered a full refund.