Following their hugely successful run of a gender-blind Jesus Christ Superstar, the tenacity of and skill of the Edinburgh University Savoy Opera Group returns to Church Hill Theatre with a piece of musical theatre just as beloved, but with more teeth, in the kitschy and firm-favourite Little Shop of Horrors. A story of love, dentists, … Continue reading Have a Gander – EUSOG Presents Little Shop of Horrors
Book by Ross Stenhouse Adapted and Directed by Calum Moore Tickets from £14.00 ★★★ A pantomime miracle: not even a closed stage will keep the resilient staff of the Brunton in sour spirits as this evening’s sold-out Cinderella welcomes audiences following a school tour with plenty of festive cheer, smiles, and promise of a traditional night of … Continue reading Cinderella – Loretto School Theatre, East Lothian
Written by Alan McHugh Directed by Beth Morton Musical Direction & Arrangements by John Kielty Tickets from £15.50 ★★★★ A tale of old, one the cornerstone fairytales of Panto's heart, it’s an anniversary year for the Beacon. Beauty and the Beast marks the venue's tenth annual pantomime and the second year where the production is crafted in-house, … Continue reading Beauty and the Beast – Beacon Arts Centre, Greenock
Written by Paul Reakes Directed by Derek Ward Choreography by Mandy Black Musical Direction by Barrie Simcock Tickets from £15.00 (Con. available) ★★★★ In closing their 80th year of performance, Edinburgh People’s Theatre hasn’t lost a touch of their spark and enthusiasm for performance and communal theatre. Cinderella is told as a traditional pantomime, with all … Continue reading Cinderella – Edinburgh People’s Theatre, Church Hill Theatre
Written and Choreographed by Lacy Rain Produced by Ellie Street Tickets from £12.00 ★★★★ There’s only so much good-natured joy and family-friendly fun a person can take. Only so many smiling, bright-eyed wee ones cheering can scream before you start to see where Scrooge’s protestations of Humbuggery come from. It’s time for a happy ending … Continue reading Sleeping Booty – The Three Sisters, Edinburgh
Written by Andy McGregor Directed by Julie Ellen Musical Direction by Gary Cameron Tickets from £10.50 ★★★★ We’ve all had a stressful first day. Maybe with work, at school, or just our first big day out in the world. It’s Eric’s first day working in Santa’s Grotto – and though they’re excited at the opportunity, … Continue reading Eric the Elf – Macroberts Art Centre, Stirling
https://youtu.be/fDIq0CSfZMQ The Jolly Roger has been raised, and it’s time to batten down the hatches and enjoy some Pantomime fun with The Adventures of Peter Pan. As part of Capital Theatre’s continued efforts to make theatre more accessible for audiences, there are several accessible performances for the show throughout the Christmas period to cater to … Continue reading Have a Gander – The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan (Accessible Show)
https://youtu.be/13LRgCTASUI Created by, and starring Sarah Rose Graber and Ruxy Cantir, Unicorn Christmas Party is a festive and fantastical treat for young people and families, co-production by Capital Theatres and Raw Material. Find your inner unicorn and join glittering, magical unicorns, Melody and Luna, as they bring a little winter sunshine, moonlight, good times and a lot … Continue reading Have a Gander – Unicorn Christmas Party, The Studio
Directed, Choreographed and Concept by Natalia Barua Composition, Sound Design and Collaborating Artist - Caitlin Mulgrew Dramaturg and Collaborating Artist - Jo Timmins Devised and Performed by the Young Company: Aiden, Arthur, Danny, Dawid, Hanna, Lucy, Manal, Nadia and Samuel. Hosted by the Culture Crew: Amelia, Ava, Azelia, Brodie, Jay Jay, Max, Rayyan, Simon, Tamara, … Continue reading That Feeling When – Lyra Artspace, Edinburgh
https://youtu.be/3iaTuBISBK4 Based on Stick Man by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler Presented by Freckles Productions Directed by Mark Kane Tickets from £14.00 ★★★★ Originally crafted as a popular children’s book and adapted to stage and screen, Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s Stick Man has become a contemporary favourite for its delightful visuals and creative premise. Loving father, adventurous soul, and … Continue reading Stick Man – Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh
