Illustration of an audience waiting in an old auditorium with garlands on the balcony (Dick Whittington and His Cat)

Dick Whittington and His Cat

Young Dick Whittington leaves Doncaster behind to seek fame and fortune in London alongside his trusty cat. Audience members can cheer on the hero and boo the villainous Queen Ratella as Dick attempts to become Lord Mayor of London. The theatrical pantomime delivers comedy, storytelling, and live musical percussion.

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When

Tickets

From £15.00. A school's rate is available; for every ten paid students, one teacher goes free. A 20% deposit secures a large school booking.

Accessibility

Selected performances are marked BSL, captioned, audio described or relaxed.

Going?

Location

Cast · Waterdale, Doncaster, DN1 3BU Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and school groups

Vibe

Lively and theatrical

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Book early if you have a preferred performance, as many dates are marked selling fast or with few seats remaining.
  • School groups can use the school rate, with one teacher free for every ten paid students.
  • Ask the box office about securing a large school booking with a deposit.
  • If you need an access provision, select a performance marked BSL, captioned, audio described or relaxed.
  • Choose a relaxed performance on 8 December or 3 January if that format suits your group.

Special Events & Promotions

  • One teacher goes free for every ten paid students on school bookings.
  • A relaxed performance is offered on 8 December.
  • A relaxed performance is offered on 3 January.
  • Some performances are BSL interpreted.
  • Some performances are captioned.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this pantomime for?

It is described as a family pantomime, with audiences invited to cheer for Dick and boo Queen Ratella.

Should I book ahead?

Book tickets through the event page; many listed performances are marked as selling fast or having few remaining.

What is the story about?

Dick Whittington leaves Doncaster for London with his cat, where he faces Queen Ratella and tries to become Lord Mayor.

Are there school booking options?

A school rate is available, and one teacher goes free for every ten paid students. Large school bookings can be secured with a deposit; contact the box office for details.

Are any performances adapted for different access needs?

Some performances are marked BSL, captioned, audio described or relaxed; check the booking options for the relevant performance.

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