Cinderella
Audiences experience a high-energy Rock ’n’ Roll pantomime filled with comedy, bold characters, and joyful chaos. Instead of a separate orchestra, the cast members double as the live band, performing classic hits right on stage.
What to Expect
Rock ’n’ Roll panto with the cast playing live music on stage.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Town Centre
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
New Wolsey Theatre
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and fans of lively pantomime
Vibe
Lively, comic, theatrical
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
Low
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: The listed full-price, disabled and assisting-companion tickets are priced from £15 to £39, with prices varying by performance. The description says prices start from £15-£36 and increase with demand under dynamic pricing. Disabled Aged Under 26 tickets are listed at £15 for the relaxed performances on 1 December and 12 January. The page also offers a livestream option for £30 per watch party. – Get tickets
- Hours: 11.30am, 12pm, 1.30pm, 2pm, 5pm, 6.30pm, 7pm and 9pm.
- Accessibility: Selected performances are audio described, BSL interpreted, captioned or relaxed; audio-description headphones are available from the box office.
Tips & Advice
- Book early if you want preferred seats: ticket prices rise with demand under the theatre’s dynamic pricing.
- Choose a listed audio-described, BSL-interpreted, captioned or relaxed performance if that format suits you; each is offered only on specified dates.
- Use the livestream watch party if you can’t travel to Ipswich; one adults-only late-night performance is also livestreamed, though its date isn’t stated.
- Pick an adults-only late-night performance for the cheekier, ruder take on the panto; these sessions are not for children.
- The running time is TBC, so avoid arranging onward travel around a fixed finish time.
Special Events & Promotions
- Members get priority booking before general on-sale.
- Relaxed performances are listed on 1 December and 12 and 13 January.
- Audio-described performances are listed on selected dates from 26 November to 16 January.
- BSL-interpreted performances are listed on 27 November, 12 December and 27 December.
- Captioned performances are listed on 27 November, 9, 12 and 23 December.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of pantomime is Cinderella?
It is a Rock ’n’ Roll pantomime with comedy, bold characters and classic hits performed live by the cast.
Are there performances with accessibility features?
Yes. Selected performances are audio described, BSL interpreted, captioned or relaxed. Audio-description headphones can be collected from the box office.
What happens at a relaxed performance?
The performance is adjusted to reduce anxiety or stress.
Are there adults-only or livestream options?
The theatre offers adults-only late-night performances, and one of these will also be livestreamed. A separate livestream option is available.
Should I book in advance?
Yes. Some performances are marked as having only a few tickets left or as sold out, and members have priority booking.
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