If you're looking for a pantomime or Christmas show in and around Glasgow this year then you will be spoiled for choice. With a variety of productions to suit all budgets and all ages, Glasgow's theatre's have plenty to offer this festive season. From traditional pantos to beautiful dance and creative new stories, Glasgow's stages are set to sparkle this winter.
What's On in Glasgow this Christmas | Glasgow Winter Theatre Highlights
The King's Theatre, Glasgow panto 2024: Peter Pan
Saturday 23 November 2024 to Sunday 5 January 2025
Tickets from £13 - £103
Age guidance: TBC
This year marks the 60th anniversary of pantomime at Glasgow King’s Theatre and it's sure to be a sparkling celebration. Peter Pan, produced by Crossroads Pantomimes and sponsored by Radisson Blu Hotel Glasgow, promises amazing special effects, stunning sets, beautiful costumes and barrel-loads of laughter.
Who's in Glasgow King's Theatre panto 2024? Meet the CAST of Peter Pan
Starring much-loved panto legends Elaine C Smith as Mrs Smee and Johnny Mac as Smee, as well as returning favourites Darren Brownlie (River City) and Blythe Jandoo (Gypsy), and King’s Theatre newcomer Hannah Jarrett-Scott (Pride and Prejudice* (*Sort of).
TICKETS: www.atgtickets.com/Glasgow
Tron Theatre, Glasgow panto 2024: Peter Panto and the Incredible Stinkerbelll
Friday 22 November 2024 to Sunday 5 January 2025
Tickets from £15 - £26
Age guidance: 7yrs+
After winning the UK Pantomime Award for Best Pantomime (under 500 seats) for Aganeza Scrooge, Tron Theatre Company is thrilled to present Peter Panto and the Incredible Stinkerbell at Glasgow Tron Theatre this festive season.
Who's in Glasgow Tron Theatre panto 2024? Meet the CAST of Peter Panto
Written, directed and starring in the role of the sassy and mischievous Stinkerbell, pantomime icon Johnny McKnight returns to the Tron Theatre alongside returning favourites Star Penders and Katie Barnett (most recently seen in Aganeza Scrooge), Robert Jack (The Alchemist), Emma Mullen (A History of Paper) and Marc Mackinnon (Macbeth (an undoing)).
Pavilion Theatre, Glasgow panto 2024: Beauty and the Beastie
Friday 28 November 2024 to Sunday 12 January 2025
Tickets from £20 - £32
Age guidance: TBC
With all the usual mischief, music and mayhem of a Glasgow Pavilion Theatre panto, this year’s show in collaboration with Imagine Theatre is Beauty and the Beastie.
Life in Cludgie on the Cobbles is quiet and peaceful. Belle passes her days helping her mother, Professor Porridge and their neighbours Dame Dolly Drumchapel and her son, Hector. Up in Cludgie Castle, however, things are not so tranquil. The arrogant Prince Lorenzo has had a curse placed on him by an enchantress and must find true love before the final petal falls from a magic rose. Will he be able to change his ways…and his appearance? Will Belle be the one to help him…and what are those strange howling noises coming from Cludgie Castle at night?
Who's in Glasgow Pavilion Theatre panto 2024? Meet the Beauty and the Beastie CAST
Pavilion favourite Liam Dolan returns as lead Hector Drumchapel. Dolan also co-writes and co-directs alongside Eric Potts. Also returning, Scott Fletcher as Prince Lorenzo/Beast and Jack Jester as the arrogant Benedict Bridie. Daft side-kicks Hammie and Tammy will be played by dream team Grado and Stephen Purdon, and Valissa Scott takes on the role of the Enchantress – Fairy Fiona. Jennifer Neil stars as Belle, Craig Glover will appear as Dame Dolly Drumchapel and Nikki Auld as the knowledgeable Professor Porridge.
Cumbernauld Theatre, festive show 2024: Pinocchio
Saturday 23 November to Sunday 29 December 2024 | Main Auditorium
Tickets from £7.50 - £25
Age guidance: TBC
For something a little bit different this festive season, head to Cumbernauld where Cumbernauld Theatre is staging a charming production of Pinocchio
All Pinocchio has ever wanted is to be a real boy. But hold on…if he wants things, surely that means he has thoughts and feelings. And if he has thoughts and feelings, then doesn’t that mean he has a brain and a heart? And if he has all that, doesn’t that make him a real boy already? He lives a fun and happy but very protected life with his wild and entertaining granny, Gepetta who wants to keep him safe and sheltered from the outside world.
But he can only stay safe and sheltered for so long. Will he ever make it to the outside world? And if so, what kind of magical adventures will he go on? Well, yes he does and you’ll need to come along to find out.
Who's in Cumbernauld's Christmas show 2024? Meet the CAST of Pinocchio
This silly and hugely entertaining journey will be brought to life by theatre talent Julia Murray as Pinocchio, Cole Stewart as Gepetta/Fairy Godmother, Stephanie MacGaraidh as Hingwy/Salesman/Stomboli/Whale and Caitlin Forbes as Mozart/Honest Sean/90’s guy/Passerby/Clicky. The production, written by Gary McNair, will be led by Director Laila Noble, with music by Brian James O’Sullivan and design by Fraser Lappin.
Cumbernauld Theatre, children's festive show 2024: Special Delivery
Saturday 30 November to Saturday 29 December 2024 | Studio Theatre
Tickets from £5 - £10
Age guidance: 3 -7
An enchanting musical journey filled with wonder for little ones Special Delivery is the new festive show produced in-house by Cumbernauld Theatre Company in a co-production with Visible Fictions and Scottish Opera.
Not all good things come in neatly wrapped packages. Sometimes they arrive as you least expect them… with a thud, down your chimney! Join Santa on his busiest night of the year, Christmas Eve. Travelling around the world and squeezing down chimneys to deliver presents is a tough job, but this time it’s made even more difficult when he is joined by a tiny mischievous hitchhiker, Eve, who is looking for a way back home. This playful and intimate show, brought to life by a brilliant creative team features a live piano score, songs, storytelling and charming projected animation.
Follow Eve on her adventures as she teams up with Santa and a group of cheeky festive characters. Special Delivery promises a rich mix of theatre magic to delight children and their families this Christmas.
Who's in the Cumbernauld's children's Christmas show 2024? Meet the CAST of Special Delivery
Special Delivery is being brought to life by composer Karen MacIver with words by Clive King. The cast comprises two talented Royal Conservatoire of Scotland graduates and will be led by director Dougie Irvine of Visible Fictions.
Scottish Ballet, winter show 2024: The Nutcracker
Friday 6 to Monday 30 December 2024 | Theatre Royal, Glasgow
Tickets from £15 - £67
Age guidance: TBC
Enjoy a visual feast as Scotland's National Dance Company, Scottish Ballet take you and your family on a fantastical adventure with The Nutcracker. With live music played by the Scottish Ballet Orchestra, this ever-popular ballet is the perfect festive treat.
We follow Clara on a journey through the worlds of her imagination, as she drifts off to sleep on Christmas Eve. She meets the dashing Nutcracker Prince, takes on the larger-than-life Rat King, sees snowflakes dance in the Land of Ice and Snow, and is whisked into the luscious Land of Sweets by the Sugar Plum Fairy!
TICKETS: www.atgtickets.com/Glasgow
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland: A Christmas Carol
Friday 29 November to Friday 6 December 2024
Tickets from £5 - £16
Age guidance: TBC
Immerse yourself in the timeless magic of A Christmas Carol at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.
Charles Dickens‘ beloved tale is brought to life by students from the BA Performance for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Actors programme in a uniquely visual retelling. An unforgettable journey through Ebenezer Scrooge’s transformative night, filled with wonder, joy, terror, and the true spirit of Christmas.
A piece of visual theatre accessible to both deaf and hearing audiences.
TICKETS: A Christmas Carol is currently SOLD OUT. Check with RCS Box Office for returns: 📧 boxoffice@rcs.ac.uk / ☎️ +44 (0)141 332 5057
MORE: Edinburgh Panto and Christmas Show Guide 2024 [coming soon]
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