Join Joy Productions and Broadway Theatre for a dazzling new panto adventure! Dick Whittington and His Catford Cat reimagines the classic tale with a Windrush twist — packed with music, laughter, and local spirit. Written by Susie McKenna and directed by Peter Rowe. Tickets from £15 at broadwaytheatre.org.uk
Jack and the Beanstalk – Lyric Hammersmith Theatre
15 November 2025 – 4 January 2026
The Lyric’s much-loved Christmas panto returns with Jack and the Beanstalk! From writer Sonia Jalaly and director Nicholai La Barrie, this reimagined adventure stars EastEnders and West End favourite John Partridge as Fleshcreep. Expect music, mischief and magic for all the family. Tickets from £15 at lyric.co.uk
Peter Pan – Greenwich Theatre
28 November 2025 – 11 January 2026
Set sail for Neverland in Greenwich Theatre’s magical 2025 pantomime, Peter Pan! Join Peter, Wendy and the gang as they take on the dastardly Captain Hook in a high-flying adventure for all ages. Written by the award-winning team behind Dick Whittington and His Cat, starring Anthony Spargo. Tickets from £15 at greenwichtheatre.org.uk
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