Aladdin Panto 2026
Audience members join Aladdin on a magic carpet adventure as he tries to outwit a wicked sorcerer and win his true love's heart. The stage production features digital animated sets, colourful costumes, comedy routines, and musical numbers. Visitors can also expect plenty of traditional audience participation and interactive shouting out.
Dec 5, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027
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Tickets
Full Price Tickets £27 to £47.50. School Groups (Blue Perfs) £15 + 1 in 11 Free. Youth Groups 10+ £23.50 to £31.00 + 1 in 20 Free. Groups 10+ £26.50 to £34.50 + 1 in 20 Free. Under 16s £2 Off Blue/Green/Pink Perfs. £1 Off Red Perfs. Babes in Arms £1 - for babies aged 0-18months.
Hours
Saturday, December 5, 2026 — 1:00 PM; Sunday, January 3, 2027 — 6:00 PM.
Food & Drink
Drinks and snacks are available before the performance and during the interval, including ice creams.
Parking
The page recommends parking at Broad Street Mall, postcode RG1 7QE, and advises watching for parking restrictions and closure times.
Accessibility
Wheelchair seating and accessible toilets are available, alongside relaxed, BSL-interpreted, audio-described, and captioned performances.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Book tickets ahead, as the show encourages early booking and some performances may be in demand.
- Consider an opening- or closing-weekend performance, which is described as better value than dates closer to Christmas.
- For a relaxed performance, choose 11 or 30 December; priority is given to Access List customers with relevant access needs.
- Park at Broad Street Mall and check its restrictions and closure times before leaving your car.
- Save photos for before the show, the interval or after the performance; photography is not allowed during the show.
Special Events & Promotions
- Discounted family tickets are available at certain performances, but tend not to be offered closest to Christmas.
- School groups get one free ticket for every 11 booked on Blue performances.
- Youth groups of 10 or more get one free ticket for every 20 booked.
- Groups of 10 or more get one free ticket for every 20 booked.
- Under-16s get discounts on Blue, Green, Pink and Red performances.
Links & Contact
Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.
Frequently Asked Questions
What ages is the pantomime suitable for?
It is suitable for ages 3 and up and for the whole family.
How long does the performance last?
Allow approximately 125 minutes, including a 20-minute interval.
What can audiences expect during the show?
The pantomime features animated digital sets, comedy, costumes, musical numbers and audience participation; shouting out is welcome.
Are food and drinks available?
Drinks and snacks are available at The Hexagon before the performance and during the interval, including ice creams.
Can I take photos, and what happens if I arrive late?
Photos are welcome before and after the show and during the interval, but not during the performance. Latecomers are admitted at a suitable point, which may not be immediately.
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