Sleeping Beauty (Pantomime)
Audiences can follow the classic fairy tale of Princess Aurora, who is placed under a century of slumber by a prick from an enchanted spinning wheel. The pantomime features Craig Revel Horwood as the wicked Carabosse, Andy Ford as Muddles, and Joe Sims as the Henchman. The performance is packed with live music, comedy, magic, and enchanting special effects.
Dec 4, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027
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Plan Your Visit
Food & Drink
Drinks and snacks are available at the bar before the show and during the interval.
Accessibility
Audio description, BSL interpretation and captions are provided; specific signed, audio-described and captioned performances appear on the calendar.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Check the performance calendar before booking because not every date in the run has a performance.
- Book an accessible performance if you need signing, audio description or captions; those options are scheduled on specific dates.
- Groups of 10 or more can submit a booking request to arrange a group booking.
- Bring a payment card for the theatre bar, as the venue is cashless.
- Allow time for the interval, which is part of the performance.
Special Events & Promotions
- Opening Night on December 4.
- Gala Press Night on December 7.
- ATG+ members get priority booking, ringfenced seats, and exclusive ticket savings.
- Groups of 10 or more can submit a group booking request.
- Audio-described and signed performance on December 16.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happens in the pantomime?
Princess Aurora is cursed by Carabosse and falls into a century of sleep; the show follows the story with magic, music, comedy and special effects.
Does the show include an interval?
Yes, the performance has an interval.
Are there accessible performances?
Audio description, BSL interpretation and captions are provided; the calendar also identifies signed, audio-described and captioned performances on specific dates.
Can groups book together?
Groups of 10 or more can submit an online booking request or call the group bookings number.
Are food and drinks available at the theatre?
The bar serves drinks and snacks before the show and during the interval. The venue is cashless.
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