Illustration of a performer taking a bow under a spotlight between velvet curtains as the audience claps (Jack and the Beanstalk)

Jack and the Beanstalk

Join brave young Jack as he swaps Buttercup the family cow for magic beans and journeys to the land of giants. The show features dazzling sets, show-stopping songs, and audience participation. The cast stars Radio 2’s Richie Anderson, Britain’s Got Talent’s Jamie Leahey, and Swindon’s panto dame David Ashley.

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Website / Tickets

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When

Tickets

Tickets from £17.50. Schools can enjoy special rates of £14 per student and one teacher free for every 10 students booked; school rates are available on selected performances. Listed standard tickets start from £23.50 and value tickets from £17.50.

Hours

School performances: Wed 9 Dec 10.30am; Thu 10 Dec 10.30am & 2.30pm; Fri 11 Dec 1pm; Tue 15 Dec 10.30am & 2.30pm; Wed 16 Dec 10.30am; Thu 17 Dec 10.30am. Dedicated performances: 11 December 2026 at 1:00 PM; 12 December 2026 at 11:00 AM; 17 December 2026 at 5:30 PM.

Accessibility

Offers dedicated Relaxed and BSL Interpreted performances, and working dogs are welcome with advance notice.

Pets

Working dogs are welcome; contact the theatre when booking to arrange suitable seating.

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Location

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Wyvern Theatre, Main Auditorium · Theatre Square, Swindon SN1 1QN Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children aged 4 and up

Vibe

Festive, lively and playful

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Low

Tips & Advice

  • School groups can book selected performances for £14 per student, with one free teacher place for every 10 students.
  • Choose the 11 December performance for a relaxed show, or the 12 December performance for a relaxed show with BSL interpretation.
  • BSL users can choose the interpreted performance on 17 December, or the relaxed, BSL-interpreted performance on 12 December.
  • Contact the theatre when booking if bringing a working dog so suitable seating can be arranged.
  • Priority Live members can look for exclusive ticket offers on selected performances when choosing a show.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Schools get special rates on selected performances, with one teacher free for every 10 students booked.
  • Priority Live members can access exclusive ticket offers on selected performances.
  • Relaxed performance on 11 December.
  • Relaxed and BSL-interpreted performance on 12 December.
  • BSL-interpreted performance on 17 December.

Links & Contact

Website / Tickets

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

Who is the pantomime suitable for?

It is described as family-friendly and suitable for ages 4 to 104.

Should I book ahead, and are performances selling out?

Booking is available for selected performances, and some performances are marked as limited or sold out.

What can audiences expect during the show?

The story follows Jack’s journey to the land of giants, with sets, songs and audience participation.

Are there performances with access provisions?

There is a relaxed performance, a relaxed performance with BSL interpretation, and a BSL-interpreted performance on selected dates.

Are there school or member ticket offers?

Schools can book special rates and one free teacher for every 10 students on selected performances. Priority Live members can access exclusive offers on selected performances.

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