Goldilocks and the Three Bears
His Majesty’s Theatre transforms into a sensational circus as Goldilocks and her friends work to rescue Barnum’s Circus from the clutches of Baroness Von Winklebottom. Audiences will experience riotous comedy, special effects, hair-raising stunts, and circus acts. The cast features Gary: Tank Commander as Gary Barnum, Alan McHugh as Dame Betty Barnum, Paul J Corrigan as Daddy Bear, Jamie Marie Leary as Goldilocks, and Anne Smith as the evil Baroness.
What to Expect
A circus-themed pantomime spectacular starring Gary: Tank Commander.
Event Details
Ages
Family Friendly
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Aberdeen Performing Arts
Food & Drink
The Terrace offers light lunches before matinees, meals with evening shows, and coffee or drinks.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and pantomime fans
Vibe
Playful and spectacular
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Standard ticket prices: £43.50–£18.50. Group discounts: 8+ tickets, £5 off blue performances and £7 off purple; 15+, £6 off blue and £8 off purple; 30+, £7 off blue and £9 off purple; 50+, £10 off blue and £12 off purple. Families: minimum 4 tickets, maximum 2 adults, £3 off per ticket for blue performances and £4 off per ticket for purple performances. Schools: £15.50 per ticket, plus 1 teacher free for every 10 pupils, for 1.45pm performances. Uniformed groups: £21 per ticket, plus 1 leader free for every 10 tickets booked; enquire at the box office for applicable performances. APA Friends: £4 off opening weekend, £2 off blue performances, £4 off purple performances. – Get tickets
- Hours: BSL interpreted performance: 7pm on Thu 10 Dec; audio described performance: 2.30pm on Sat 12 Dec; relaxed performance: 2.30pm on Wed 30 Dec.
- Accessibility: A BSL-interpreted performance is scheduled for 10 December, an audio-described performance for 12 December, and a relaxed performance for 30 December. The relaxed version is adapted for people who may benefit from a more relaxed environment; everyone is welcome.
Tips & Advice
- Book a selected performance in advance; the 5 December afternoon performance is marked as having limited availability.
- Choose the BSL-interpreted, audio-described or relaxed performance if that format suits your access needs.
- For bookings of more than ten tickets, contact the box office; qualifying group discounts are applied automatically in the basket.
- Families seeking the family offer should book at least four tickets, with no more than two adults.
- Consider booking a table at The Terrace for food or drinks; it welcomes theatre-goers and other visitors.
Special Events & Promotions
- Group discounts apply to bookings of 8 or more tickets; larger groups qualify for different discounts.
- Families booking at least 4 tickets, with no more than 2 adults, receive a discount per ticket.
- Uniformed groups receive a group ticket rate and 1 leader free for every 10 tickets booked; enquire about applicable performances.
- APA Friends receive discounts on opening weekend and on blue and purple performances.
- BSL-interpreted performance on 10 December.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens in the pantomime?
Goldilocks and her friends try to rescue Barnum’s Circus from Baroness Von Winklebottom, with comedy, special effects, stunts and circus acts.
Is there an access performance for people who prefer a more relaxed environment?
Yes. The relaxed performance is a specially adapted version, intended for people who may benefit from a more relaxed environment; everyone is welcome.
Are there performances with BSL interpretation or audio description?
Yes. A BSL-interpreted performance and an audio-described performance are scheduled during the run.
Can groups or families get ticket discounts?
Discounts are available for qualifying groups and families. Family discounts require at least four tickets and no more than two adults; qualifying discounts are applied automatically in the basket.
Can I get food or drink at the theatre?
The Terrace bar and café offers light lunches, meals, coffee and drinks. It welcomes visitors whether or not they are attending a show.
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