PANTOMIMES AND SEASONAL ENTERTAINMENTS 2019-20 ______________________________________________________ Albany, Douglas Way, London, SE8 4AG HUMBUG! THE HEDGEHOG Sunday 1 st to Sunday 29 th December 2019 at various times between 10.30am & 2pm; not 6/13/20/25/26 You don’t want to be above ground when winter comes around: every hedgehog knows that. As Humbug tries to hibernate in her cosy nest, suddenly her home comes under threat! Forced to leave her bed, she goes on a quest to find a new place to call home. Along the way she meets a host of weird and wonderful characters – but will she find the perfect place for a slumber party, where she can snuggle up till spring? Tickets: £12, concessions £8, family ticket £34 Email: [email protected]Box Office: 020 8692 4446 Web-site: http://www.thealbany.org.uk Archway, The Drive, Horley, Surrey, RH6 7NQ ALICE IN PANTOLAND Friday 10 th to Saturday 25 th January 2020 at 7.45pm (Sats 2 & 7pm, Suns 2pm, not 13 th – 16 th incl) Phone: 0333 666 3366 (Mon-Fri 9am – 7pm, Sat 9am – 5pm) Tickets: Members £11, non-members £13.50; telephone bookings £1.50 booking fee Online: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/archwaytheatre In person: 10.30am – 11.30am every Saturday Website: http://www.archwaytheatre.co.uk Artform, Broadway Studio Theatre, Catford, London, SE6 4RU NO CHRISTMAS SHOW THIS YEAR Tickets: On-line: http://www.artform.org.uk/tickets Website: http://www.artform.org.uk ATG Drama Group, Warlingham Church Hall, 399 Limpsfield Road, Warlingham, Surrey, CR6 9HA
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PANTOMIMES AND SEASONAL ENTERTAINMENTS 2019-20______________________________________________________
Albany, Douglas Way, London, SE8 4AG
HUMBUG! THE HEDGEHOGSunday 1st to Sunday 29th December 2019 at various times between 10.30am & 2pm; not 6/13/20/25/26
You don’t want to be above ground when winter comes around: every hedgehog knows that. As Humbug tries to hibernate in her cosy nest, suddenly her home comes under threat! Forced to leave her bed, she goes on a quest to find a new place to call home. Along the way she meets a host of weird and wonderful characters – but will she find the perfect place for a slumber party, where she can snuggle up till spring?
Banstead and Nork Amateur Operatic Society, Community Hall, Park Road, Banstead, SM7 3AJ
SCROOGE - THE MUSICALWednesday 20th to Saturday 23rd November 2019 at 7.30pm
The story of Ebeneezer Scrooge and his miserly ways. But it all comes good in the end when he sees the error of his ways an becomes the generous man he was always meant to be.
Beckenham Theatre Centre, 46 Bromley Road, Beckenham, Kent, BR3 5JD
ALADDINSunday 15th, Saturday 28th, Sunday 29th, Tuesday 31st December 2019; Wednesday 1st January 2020 at 3pmMonday 16th - Friday 20th, Friday 27th, Monday 30th December 2019 at 7.30pm
Aladdin, a poor boy from old Beijing, dreams of a time when he could meet Princess Jasmine and has his chance when the Emperor and Empress order that he becomes a cleaner at the Royal Palace if his family is to remain in their home. Meanwhile, the evil Egyptian sorcerer Abanaza has other plans for Aladdin and tricks him into opening the Cave of Wonders. Luckily, Aladdin has Su Shi, the Sprit of the Ring, to guide him and the Genie of the Lamp to help him win Princess Jasmine’s love and defeat Abanaza, his hopeless assistant, Tutankhamun and his Mummy.
Wednesday 13th - Saturday 16th November 2019 at 7.30pm
Tickets: £12; over-60s and under 16s £10Box Office: 01737 760330On line: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/betchworth-operatic-dramatic-society Web-site: http://www.bodsweb.com
Broadway Studio Theatre, Catford Broadway, Catford, SE6 4RU
BEAUTY & THE BEASTFriday 20th to Sunday 29th December 2019 twice daily at varying times; not Tuesdays or Boxing Day
Starring Soul Singing Legend Mica Paris! Our spellbinding pantomime for Christmas 2019 tells the story of Belle who longs for romance and adventure, a bad-mannered Prince who is transformed into a Beast to teach him a lesson and a good Fairy who makes both their dreams come true.
A truly fantastic pantomime suitable for the whole family. This classic story will be told in an exciting and festive way. With songs, dance, all your favourite characters and laughs for children and adults alike!
AN EVENING OF WINTER CELEBRATIONTuesday 17th December 2019 at 6.45pm
A VERY GRIMM CHRISTMASThursday 19th December 2019 at 8pmJoin local performance artists Andy Copps, Elizabeth Andrews, Lynda Benn and Caitlyn Coppin to hear Grimm tales the way they were intended to be told before Disney had their way and dusted with sugar.
ANNE OF GREEN GABLESWednesday 8th - Saturday 18th January 2020 (not 13/14th) at 8pm; Sat also 2.15pm; Sun 2.15pm only
A refreshing, contemporary telling of the classic story. Stern Marilla and her warm-hearted brother Matthew hoped to adopt a boy to work on their farm. But the orphanage sends a loquacious little girl by mistake. Anne, redheaded, befreckled and incurably romantic, causes chaos at Green Gables and in the village but her warmth and wit delight everyone around her — even eventually the cold Marilla. We follow Anne through her rebellious years, her transformation into a young woman, and her romantic pairing with Gilbert. This play has been charming audiences around the world. Tickets: £10Box Office: open Saturdays from 10am to 11.30pm and before performancesTelephone: 01737 555680 when box office is open, or leave a message on the AnswerphoneOnline: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/chipstead-coulsdon/courtyard-theatre Web-site: http://www.chipsteadplayers.org
The Christopher Singers, The Royal British Legion Hall, Mickleham Gardens, Cheam, SM3 8QJ
TROUBLE IN TOYLAND
Saturday 14th December 2019 at 2 and 7pm, followed by Christmas Songs and Carols
In the 60th Anniversary year of Barbie Doll, The Christopher Singers are proud to present an original storytale written and stage directed by Patricia Dale. The story brings to life characters such as Barbie and Ken, Wonder Woman and Action Man, Two Christmas Elves.....to name but a few. Ken goes missing ... is he found in time to attend Barbie's party? All will be revealed! Join us in this fun packed, entertaining story.
Tickets: £12; members £11, children £5 including light refreshments
Box Office: 020 8337 2053 and 020 8647 7592Web-site: http://www.thechristophersingers.com/shows.html
Churchill Theatre, High Street, Bromley, Kent, BR1 1HA
ALADDINSaturday 7th December 2019 to Sunday 5th January 2020 twice daily except Mondays and Christmas Day
Starring stage legend Christopher Biggins as the iconic Widow Twankey, and hot off the heels of Cinderella, this year's panto will be a magic-carpet ride you'll never forget, in the wish-granting family panto, Aladdin.A mainstay of entertainment for a number of decades, Christopher Biggins is best known for his numerous iconic television appearances in Porridge, Whatever Happened to the Likely Lads? and Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em, as well as extensive West End credits which include Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Jesus Christ Superstar and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Biggins was also crowned King of the Jungle in 2007 when he won I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here. Packed with all of the traditional pantomime ingredients Churchill Theatre audiences expect, Aladdin will feature a star cast, a lamp-load of comedy, jaw-dropping special effects, sensational song and dance and plenty of boos and hisses the whole family will enjoy. Follow Aladdin, his brother Wishee (Comedian Rikki Jay) and Washee (ventriloquist Max Fulham), and of course his mother Widow Twankey, on a spectacular adventure, with flying carpets, a wish-granting genie, an evil sorcerer and plenty of festive magic.
Tickets: £20 - £39, children £4 off, concessions/Friends £2/8 off on off-peak performancesBox Office: 020 3285 6000 Web site: https://churchilltheatre.co.uk/Online/bromley-pantomime-panto-kent
Church of the Good Shepherd, The Avenue, Tadworth, Surrey, KT20 5AS
TO BE ANNOUNCED?Friday 25th at 7.30pm and Saturday 26th January 2019 at 2 and 7pm
A traditional pantomime for all the family with thrills, spills and laughs. There's a villain to boo, a fairly to cheer and a cow to melt your heart.
Tickets: Adults £10, children £6 (TBC)Box Office: At the back of the church after 10am ServicesTelephone: 01737 362610 (Ian Garrett) or 01737 813152Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.goodshepherdtadworth.org.uk/events.htm Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pg/COGS.Tadworth/events/ Online: http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/goodshepherdtadworth
Dorking Halls, Reigate Road, Dorking, RH4 1SG
ALADDINSaturday 14th to Sunday 29th December 2019, mostly 1 & 5pm (not 16/18/25th)
We’re excited to announce that Harry Reid, who played Ben Mitchell in EastEnders, will star as Aladdin & The Spirit of the Ring will be played by Jenny Richardson, who plays Ethel Hallow in CBBC's The Worst Witch. Don’t miss another fun-filled pantomime from the same team behind last year’s record-breaking Christmas production of Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin will be a spectacular festive treat not to be missed. With a star cast, impressive music and heaps of audience participation!
PETER PANSaturday 14th December 2019 - Sunday 5th January 2020 (various times; not Wednesdays)
Fly away with us as we take you on a swashbuckling adventure to the magical panto world of Peter Pan. Meet the Darlings, Hook and his crew of pirates, Tiger Lily and her Tribe, The Lost boys and of course the mischevious Tinkerbell in Neverland - second star to the right, and straight on till morning.
CHRISTMAS MEMORIESTuesday 19th November 2019
Neil Sands and his wonderful cast are back with their biggest ever production of their hit show, filled with, more songs and even more stunning costumes, bringing you an unforgettable afternoon of festive nostalgia, taking us all back to a time when Christmas really was the most wonderful time of the year. Be transported back on a yuletide sleigh ride filled with over 60 all time favourite Christmas songs and carols.
Panto tickets: Adults £23, under 16 £20, family 2 adults + 2 children £82Xmas Memories: £13.50 + £1.50 transaction fee per bookingBox Office: 01372 742555 / 742227E-mail: [email protected]: https://uk.patronbase.com/_EpsomPlayhouse/Productions Web site: http://www.epsomplayhouse.co.uk
Fairfield Halls, Park Lane, Croydon, Surrey, CR9 1DGCINDERELLA Tuesday 10th December 2019 to Sunday 5th January 2020 twice daily except 16/17/20/25/1
Fairfield Halls and Imagine Theatre bring you the most magical pantomime of them all, Cinderella, to Croydon audiences this Christmas. A brand new exciting production created
especially for the Fairfield Halls will star TV star and Strictly winner Ore Oduba making his pantomime debut as Dandini alongside hilarious comedian and presenter Tim Vine as the lovable Buttons and CBeebies favourite Cat Sandion will be making magic as the Fairy Godmother. This will be a panto like no other featuring stunning special effects, side-splitting comedy, big song and dance numbers and bags of audience participation that will thrill audiences young and old.
CHARLES DICKENS – A CHRISTMAS CAROL Saturday 14th December 2019 at 4 & 8pm in the Talawa Studio
Festive seasons past, present and future combine in this seasonal treat as Charles Dickens gives a dramatic re-telling of his classic tale: ‘A Christmas Carol’. In this brand-new adaptation, actor Tama Matheson breathes fresh life into Dickens who takes to the stage to tell his moving morality tale of Scrooge, Marley, Tiny Tim and all those Christmas ghosts, accompanied by an atmospheric soundscape of Christmas carols performed by the Trinity Boys Choir and a string quartet from the London Mozart Players. By turns gloriously funny, sad, joyous and heart-rending, this evocative blend of carols and drama captures the wonder, pathos and sheer spookiness of this Christmas classic.
THE SNOWMAN Monday 23rd December 2019 at 2.30pm
The iconic animated film of Raymond Briggs’ The Snowman, with music by Howard Blake has been a Christmas TV favourite since its premiere in 1982. As part of their award-winning #LMPOnTheMove series, the London Mozart Players perform the full orchestral score live-to-picture in a pre-Christmas treat that’s perfect for the whole family. The programme also includes festive family favourites including a magical retelling of The Nutcracker in words and music, presented alongside stunning artwork animations created by art students from Riddlesdown School.
Tickets: £15-48 (Fairfield Season Saver 10-13th); Talawa £15; Snowman £15, children <16 £8.25 Box Office: 0203 292 0001; ticket line 0203 292 0002 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: http://www.fairfield.co.uk
Forge Singers, WI Hall, Station Road, Edenbridge, TN8 5HT
DICK WHITTINGTONThursday 30th January to Saturday 1st February 2020 at 7.30pm; also Sat at 2.30pm
Box Office: Eden Lettings & Sales, 8 High St, EdenbridgePhone: 07968 021639, 01732 868 327Tickets: £9 adults, £7 children (also concessions Thurs), £28 family (two adults, two children)On-line: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/forge/dick-whittington-pantomime/e-xdqyyr (bkg fee)Web-site: http://forgesingers.moonfruit.com Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/groups/54119236630
Gage Players, Riddell Memorial Hall, Deans Lane, Walton on the Hill, Tadworth, Surrey, KT20 7UL
GOOD THINGSThursday 28th to Saturday 30th November 2019 at 8pm
Our play by Liz Lochhead is written with one main male and one main female role. The remaining roles will be split between 2-4 actors. One or two men and one or two ladies, giving at least 2 cast members the opportunity to double up in various roles. The play will be directed by Debbie Nichols. Set in a charity shop on three different days in one year – Twelfth Night in January, Valentine’s Day in February and Christmas Eve in December – Good Things is a poignant and funny play with a lot to say about finding love later in life.
Tickets: £10 (15% discount with tickets on pre-show food at The Blue Ball pub)Box Office: Gill Lucas 01737 812703E-mail: [email protected] Web-site: http://www.thegageplayers.co.uk
Greenwich Theatre, Crooms Hill, London, SE10 8ES
A CHRISTMAS CAROLMondays 9th and 23rd December 2019 at 7.30pm and 2.30 on 23rd
Following a sold out run last year, European Arts Company returns with a heart-warming evening in the presence of the author himself! Actor John O’Connor delightfully recreates Dickens’s famous performance of his best-loved ghost story. A Christmas Carol was the first public reading Charles Dickens gave of his own work. He enacted it over 150 times and the effect on the public was phenomenal. ‘The success was most wonderful and prodigious – perfectly astounding altogether!’ he said after the first night. This Christmas, experience what it must have been like to be in the audience!
SLEEPING BEAUTYFriday 22nd November 2019 – Sunday 12th January 2020, various times, not all dates
Andrew Pollard returns to the tale of the princess put to sleep by a wicked curse - the first pantomime that he performed in at Greenwich Theatre, back in 2006 - but with more than a few added twists.
Tickets: £30; Concessions £20; Children under 16 £15.50 (Christmas Carol £17/£14.50)Box Office: 020 8858 7755E-mail: [email protected] On-line: http://ticketing.greenwichtheatre.org.uk/single/PSDetail.aspx?psn=66697 Web-site: https://www.greenwichtheatre.org.uk/events/robinson-crusoe
JACK AND THE BEAN STALKFriday 6th to Tuesday 31st December 2019, mostly at 1.30pm & 5.30pm, not 9, 16, 20, 25
Redhill’s comedy favourite, Neil Wheatley, returns for a tenth season, this time as Jack’s brother Silly Simon and will be joined for his 7th season with The Harlequin by the wonderful Simon Bashford! Featuring breathtaking scenery, dazzling costumes, spectacular singing and dancing together with plenty of traditional pantomime mayhem, laughter and chances to join in the fun, Jack and the Beanstalk is the perfect festive entertainment for all the family! Tickets: £17 - £23.50 (Christmas Memories £12; Supersonic 70s £19)Box Office: 01737 276500On-line: http://www.harlequintheatre.co.uk/whats-on/pantomime/ Web-site: http://www.harlequintheatre.co.uk
Hayes Players, Village Hall, Hayes Street, Hayes, Kent, BR2 7LH
WE'LL ALWAYS HAVE PARISWednesday 4th to Saturday 7th December 2019 at 7.45pm
A feel-good play by Jill Hyem with laughter and tears, the promise of romance, friendship and anger, and the advantages and disadvantages of growing old. This play will leave audiences charmed, amused, thoughtful - and singing! Three women of a 'certain age' gravitate to Paris. There's Nancy, a retired headmistress determined to throw off the shackles; Anna, recently widowed - and free - after years of nursing a sick husband; and Raquel, a divorcee in search of eternal youth and a new toy boy.
GOLDILOCKSSaturday 7th December 2019 to Sunday 12th January 2020 at 7 or 7.30pm (not Mondays; some 2.30pm matinées)Enter a world of wonder at the home of pantomime, as the magical Goldilocks and the Three Bears come to the West End for Christmas! Following last year’s sold-out production of Snow White, for five weeks only the iconic London Palladium will be transformed into a sensational circus, where everything is possible and anything could (and will) happen. This festive extravaganza is packed with riotous comedy routines, extraordinary special effects, hair-raising stunts, international circus acts and an all-star cast including Paul O’Grady who rejoins Palladium favourites Julian Clary, Paul Zerdin, Nigel Havers and Gary Wilmot alongside Matt Baker, Sophie Isaacs, Janine Duvitski and Lauren Stroud. Joining the cast will also be a series of speciality acts including internationally renowned illusionist Phil Hitchcock, The Skating Medini (Asia and Dylan Medini) – a dynamic high-speed roller-skating act from one of Italy’s oldest circus families, Sascha Williams – ‘Rola Bola’, from the Belli Family Circus in Germany and Europe’s youngest stunt rider Peter Pavlov and the ‘Globe of Speed’.
Magdalene Players, St Mary Magdalene Church Hall, Trinity Road, Wandsworth, London, SW17 7HP TREASURE ISLAND Thursday 6th to Sunday 9th February 2020 at 7.30pm (Thu/Fri), 2 & 7pm (Sat), 2 pm (Sun)
We are delighted to annouce that our 41st annual pantomime is going to be Treasure Island! It is a tall tale full of adventure, daring, buried treasure and high jinks. Come and be part of the crew! Written by David Ashton; directed by Sian Kenyon.
Miller Centre Players, The Miller Centre, 30 Godstone Road, Caterham, Surrey, CR3 6RA
THE RAILWAY CHILDRENby E Nesbit adapted by Mike KennyThursday 28th November to Saturday 7th December 2019 at 8pm (not Sunday; also Saturdays at 3pm)Mike Kenny’s imaginative adaptation was first staged at the National Railway Museum in York, and then at London Waterloo. Bobbie, Peter and Phyllis have their affluent Edwardian lives turned upside down when their father is accused of espionage and taken away by police and dwindling finances force the family to move to a rural village in the North of England. After the initial culture shock, they soon befriend the locals. But with little money and nothing to do, the children spend their days waving at trains bound for London to “send their love to Father”. When a kindly old gentleman waves back, their fortunes begin to change...
Jeeves & Wooster in PERFECT NONSENSEby The Goodale Brothers adapted from P G WodehouseThursday 16th to Saturday 25th January 2020 at 8pm (not Sunday; also 25th at 2.30pm)
An inventive, fast-paced comedy featuring P.G. Wodehouse’s iconic double act. When a country house weekend takes a turn for the worse, Bertie Wooster is unwittingly called on to play matchmaker – reconciling the affections of his host’s drippy daughter Madeline Bassett with his newt-fancying acquaintance Gussie Fink-Nottle. If Bertie, ably assisted by the ever-
dependable Jeeves, can’t pull off the wedding of the season he’ll be forced to abandon his cherished bachelor status & marry the ghastly girl himself! Winner of the 2014 Olivier Award for Best New Comedy.
New Addington Salvation Army Community ChurchAddington Community Centre, Central Parade, New Addington, CR0 0JB
RAPUNZEL
Saturday & Sunday 14th & 15th December 2019 at 2pm & 6pm
Tickets: Free, but must be booked in advanceBox office: 07531 666362E-mail: [email protected] Web-site: https://www.newaddingtonsalvationarmy.org.uk/whats-on/pantomime
New Eltham Community ProductionsNew Eltham Methodist Church Community Centre, 435 Footscray Road, New Eltham, SE9 3UL
RAPUNZELSaturday 4th, Friday 10th and Saturday 11th January 2020 at 7.30pm and Saturday matinées at 3pm
New Wickham Court PlayersAssembly Halls, Gates Green Road, West Wickham
Group dissolved
New Wimbledon Theatre, The Broadway, Wimbledon, London, SW19 1QG (Ambassador Theatre Group)
CINDERELLASaturday 7th December 2019 to Sunday 5th January 2020 at 1/2pm and 5.30/7pm (not 9/16/18/25/1)
Join Cinderella as she goes from rags to riches, outwits her wicked sisters and meets her dashing Prince Charming. Packed with all of the traditional pantomime ingredients audiences expect, Cinderella features laugh-out-loud comedy, stunning scenery, beautiful costumes and plenty of boos and hisses.
North Wood Morris Men"They who dance are thought mad by those who hear not the music"
CHRISTMAS FESTIVE DAY OF DANCESaturday 7th December 2019, South Bank, London Bridge from 11am to 4pm
BOXING DAY TOURWednesday 26th December 2019, The Harrow Inn, 309 Farleigh Road, Warlingham, CR6 9EL, 12.45pm
On this day in 1899, Cecil Sharp first met the Headington Quarry Morris Dancers at Sandfield Cottage, Headington, Oxford. From that meeting grew the revival of interest in English Morris dancing.
DISNEY ON ICE: 100 YEARS OF MAGICThursday 26th December 2019 to Sunday 5th January 2020 (not 1); various times
Be charmed by a cast of over 50 unforgettable Disney characters, with Mouse-ter of Ceremonies Mickey Mouse, the spirited Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy and many of the Disney Princesses including Jasmine, Cinderella, Rapunzel, Ariel, Snow White and Tiana. Relive the magic of Disney’s Frozen with Anna, Elsa and the hilarious snowman Olaf as they discover that true love is the greatest magic of all.
PETER PANSaturday 14th December 2019 - Sunday 5th January 2020 (not 15/25/1); various times
We are excited to announce that Soap Star Steve McFadden will lead our panto cast as the villainous Captain Hook in this year’s swashbuckling family pantomime, Peter Pan!
Orpheus Centre, North Park Lane, Godstone, Surrey, RH9 8ND
ORPHEUS CHRISTMAS CAROL CONCERTTuesday 3rd December 2019 at 7.30pm
Join us for an evening of festivities at St John's Church, Redhill and help raise funds to support the life changing work we do with young disabled adults. This special concert will feature bell ringing, carols by candlelight, performances by the inspirational Orpheus students, the beautiful voices of St John’s Church Choir as well as seasonal readings by celebrity guests. A traditional Christmas reception with mince pies and mulled wine will follow in the St John's community centre, next door to the church.
Oxted Barnstormers, Barn Theatre, 25 Bluehouse Lane, Oxted, Surrey, RH8 0AA ENCORE!Sunday 8th December 2019 at 7pm
The 20th Anniversary Show celebrating many musical highlights from the last two decades Tickets: £19.50; 10% on-line booking feeTelephone: 01883 561811Online: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/khw/t-opegop Email: [email protected] Web-site: http://barntheatreoxted.co.uk/calendar.html
Oxted Operatic Society, Barn Theatre, 25 Bluehouse Lane, Oxted, Surrey, RH8 0AA PIRATES OF PENZANCESunday 17th November 2019 at 7pm
This comic opera packed full of sentimental pirates, blundering policeman, absurd adventures and improbable paradoxes is rehearsed, staged and performed in 24 hours.
Friday 10th January 2020 at 7.30pm; Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th at 1.30 & 5.30pm; Wednesday 15th, Thursday 16th and Friday 17th at 7.30pm; Saturday 18th at 2.30 & 7.30pm
Everyone has heard of Long John Silver, the infamous pirate, but although he had long thought he was the unchallenged king of the seas, Long John certainly hadn’t reckoned on crossing swords with the Smugglers’ Cove Women’s Institute! This panto is a madcap, laugh a minutepirate adventure story from start to finish.
Parish Players, St Mary's Parish Hall, Church Path, Merton Park, London, SW19 3HJ
TREASURE ISLANDThursday 9th to Saturday 11th January 2020 at 7.45pm; also Saturday Matinee at 2.30pm
A family pantomime by Ben Crocker
Tickets: £10; front 5 rows £12; children under 13 half price at matinee (TBC)Telephone: 0754 6065267Online: https://www.trybooking.com/uk/book/event?eid=6420& Web-site: http://parishplayers.net/
Parlour Players, Sanderstead United Reformed Church Hall, Sanderstead Hill, CR2 0HB
NO CHRISTMAS SHOW THIS YEAR
(The Deep Blue Sea by Terence Rattigan from Thursday 7th to Saturday 9th November 2019 at 7.45pm)
CINDERELLAThursday 23rd to Saturday 25th January 2020 at 7.45pm; also Sat 25th at 2.30pm, Sun 26th at 3.30pm
By Paul Reakes; the classic fairytale story we all know and love, but with a twist. The Duke of Verruca is running the country in the absence of Prince Charming who left years ago. With his evil ways and crippling taxes all is not well in Pantomania. When news arrives that the Prince is returning the Duke hatches an evil plan to dispose of him before he can claim the throne. With his two henchmen Nip and Tuck his plans go drastically wrong when Prince. Charming loses his memory and falls in love with Cinderella.
Tuesday 17th - Friday 20th December 2019 at 7.45pm; Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd at 1pm & 5pm
By Robert Louis Stevenson, adapted by Bryony Lavery. When a stranger arrives at the Admiral Benbow Inn with a dark past and murmurings of treasure, Jim, the innkeeper's granddaughter, decides to leave her comfortable home in search of adventure at sea. With swashbuckling pirates and seafaring shanties, this twist on Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic tale of exploration, friendship and betrayal will delight adults and children of all ages. Parrots are also welcome, but only if they bring their pieces of eight!
CINDERELLAThursday 19th to Saturday 21st December 2019 at 7.30pm; Saturday matinee at 2.30pm
Cinderella is the magical tale you all know with plenty of added high jinks and modern twists.
Tickets: £16; concessions £14, families (2 & 2) £56, £2 more on the doorEmail: [email protected] line: http://www.quayplayers.org.uk/ticketsWebsite: http://www.quayplayers.org.uk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/quayplayers
Ravensbourne Morris Men, Keston Village Hall
57TH ANNUAL BOXING DAY PERFORMANCEThe Greyhound, Keston, Thursday 26th December 2019, 12.30pm
KESTON WASSAILING Two Doves, Bromley, Saturday 5th January 2020, 8pm (tbc) Contact: Aidan Hardy ([email protected])Website: http://www.ravensbourne.org (extant?)Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ravensbourne.Morris.Men
Richmond Theatre, The Green, Richmond, Surrey, TW9 1QJ
SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFSSaturday 7th December 2019 to Sunday 5th January 2020 at 1 or 2pm and 5 or 7pm
Comedian, writer and presenter Jo Brand leads the cast as The Wicked Queen. Adding to the comedy will be Britain’s Got Talent finalist Jon Clegg returning as Muddles following his celebrated appearance as Mr Smee last year and brilliant dame Jason Sutton.
Tickets: £12 - £43.50; £2.85 transaction fee except for Theatre Card MembersBookings: 0844 871 7651 (Mon - Sat 9am - 10pm, Sun 10am - 8pm)Web-site: https://www.atgtickets.com/shows/snow-white/richmond-theatre
THE SNOW QUEENFriday 6th December 2019 to Sunday 5th January 2020 (1-2 performances daily, not 8/11/16-9/25/1)
A Rose Original Production based on the story by Hans Christian Andersen and written and directed by Ciaran McConville. When the mysterious Northern Lights appear over the city one cold, winter's day, no one suspects they might be accompanied by the Snow Queen, searching for hidden children of magic. In an orphanage tucked away in a forgotten part of town, Gerda discovers her best friend has been lured to the frozen north. Although she knows the trap has been laid for her, Gerda has no choice but to follow. Her perilous adventure involves abduction by pirates, an unlikely friendship with a reindeer called Bancu and a great battle between elves and trolls. Hans Christian Andersen's beloved story is a journey of friendship, love and self-realisation. This spellbinding new adaptation features a wealth of local talent from the Rose Youth Theatre alongside a professional cast in a story full of Christmas heart.
Tickets: £20-35; concessions up to £10 offBox office: 020 8174 0090On-line: https://www.rosetheatrekingston.org/whats-on/hansel-gretel/book-tickets Web-site: http://www.rosetheatrekingston.org
St George’s Players Beckenham, St Georges Church Hall, 5-7 Albemarle Road, Beckenham, BR3 5HZ
NO CHRISTMAS SHOW THIS YEAR Friday 13th and Saturday 14th December 2019 at 8pm; Saturday matinee at 3pm
Tickets: Adults £10; children under 18 £5Web-site: http://stgeorgesplayers.co.uk Box office: Beckenham Bookshop, 42 High Street; St George’s Parish Office, 9.30am to 2.30pmTelephone: 07510 111 224; chairman Michael Field 020 8402 2196On-line: http://stgeorgesplayers.co.uk/pantomime-2018 E-mail: [email protected]
St George’s Players Forest Hill, St George’s church, Vancouver Road SE23 2AG
St. Mark’s Players (Beckenham), St. George's Church Hall, 25-27 Albemarle Road, Beckenham, BR3 5HZ
BEAUTY AND THE BEASTSaturdays 11th, 18th and 25th January 2020 at 2.30 and 7.30pm; Sundays 12th and 19th at 2.30pm
"Tale as old as time, song as old as rhyme......"Throughout the years the story of "Beauty and the Beast" has been adapted to follow our changing society.The St. Mark’s Players’ version will bring plenty of fun, frolics and shenanigans from our pantomime dames, Blasphemy & Profanity, the two nit-wits, Creepy and Squeaky and some bumbling policemen, whilst Poison Ivy, the baddie witch, will give you the chance to boo and hiss!However, the message remains the same: “True beauty comes from within!”
St Mark’s Players (Reigate), St Mark’s Church Centre, Alma Road, Reigate, RH2 0DA THE INACCURATE CONCEPTIONThursday 28th & Friday 29th November 2019 at 8pm
A comedy about a school nativity play.Tickets: £10 or £16 with food (bring your own cutlery, glasses and drinks).Box Office: Flat 2, Havilland Place, 5 Linkfield Lane, Redhill, RH1 1JFPhone: 01737 765312 (message can be left)Mob: 07471 941293
THE TRIAL OF EBENEZER SCROOGEWednesday 20th & Thursday 21st November 2019 at 7.45pm; Saturday 23rd at 2pm & 7pm
The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge picks up a year after the disagreeable Scrooge has changed his ways due to the visitation of the three spirits. He now contends that he was kidnapped and tricked into being a changed man for the year following Christmas and draws up a whole list of criminal charges: breaking and entering, kidnapping, attempted murder and theft and acts as the prosecuting attorney in the trial, opposite the compassionate defence attorney, Elizabeth Rothschild, who represents all of the accused. During the proceedings, several witnesses contribute their account of the story that is in some way contradicted by Scrooge. There are also characters that cause Scrooge’s confidence to temporarily disappear. After all the testimonies were given, Judge Pearson declares that the three ghosts and Jacob Marley (Scrooge’s deceased associate) are “guilty of all said charges”, after which he calls for a “termination of all their ghostly duties.” The ghosts’ careers are saved when Scrooge drops the charges based on the agreement that the ghosts carry out the Christmas spirit every day in addition to Christmas. Tickets: Adults £15, concessions £12Email: [email protected] Telephone: 07534 922 492Box office: https://www.facebook.com/southfieldstg/app/146310148818206 Web: http://www.southfieldstheatregroup.org.uk Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/southfieldstg
South London Theatre Centre, Bell Theatre, Old Fire Station, 2A Norwood High St, West Norwood, SE27 9NS
SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREETFriday November 22nd to Saturday November 30th 2019 at 7.30pm; also 2.30pm on 30th (not Sun/Mon)
Victim of a gross injustice that robbed him of his wife and child, Sweeney Todd sets about exacting his terrible revenge. But as the bodies pile up what’s to be done with them? Todd and accomplice Mrs Lovett have an ingenious idea … Pie, anyone?
A CHRISTMAS CAROLThursday 12th to Saturday 21st December 2019 at 8pm (not Mon/Tue; also Sats at 2.30, Sun only 2.30)
By Charles Dickens, adapted by Neil Bartlett. Using only Charles Dickens’ extraordinary words and an ensemble of eight actors, the quintessential story of ghosts, greed and goodwill is given boisterous new life in this chilling, contemporary, fresh production.
Stag Theatre, London Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 1ZZ
ALADDINFriday 6th December 2019 to Sun 5th January 2020 (not 9/25/2), various times
Following the record breaking Dick Whittington and Snow White, Silly Billy (aka Ant Payne), Danny Beard, and Jasette Amos are all back with a bang in what promises to be our biggest panto ever. Along with our much loved cast, a sensational six piece band, a glorious gospel choir, some world class circus, and all the laughs and traditions our audience have come to know and love, will all make sure Aladdin is a festive treat not to be missed!
Tickets: £16 to £26Web-site: http://www.sevenoakspanto.com Box office: http://www.sevenoakspanto.com/sevenoaks-panto-booking.htmTelephone: 01732 450175
Stanley Halls, 12 South Norwood Hill, SE25 6AB
THE GIRL AND THE WINTER WHIRLWINDSAssembly Room, Friday 20th - Tuesday 31st December 2019 at 10, 11.30am & 2pm (not 24-26th)
A Skewbald Theatre and Stanley Halls Production; runs for approx. 45 min; suitable for ages 3-10 years and anyone who loves stories. Come and snuggle up with your loved ones in a snowy cave for a tale full of bravery & adventure. This interactive story brings a popular Bulgarian folktale to life with puppetry, original music and exciting storytelling. When the Wicked Winter Witch decides to stop spring from coming and make winter the only season on earth she summons her Snow Sprites to cover everything with heavy snow! All the houses are buried up
to their rooftops and people have to dig tunnels to get to their friends. It is up to a brave little girl to battle the blizzards and the Winter whirlwinds and seek out the help of Father Frost who is asleep in his Ice Palace. But she can’t do it alone. She will need the help of some furry friends to keep her warm on her cold journey. THE LOCK IN 'CHRISTMAS CAROL'Friday 20th December 2019 at 7.30pm
Half gig, half dance show and half panto! Join The Demon Barbers and the BBC Award Winning team of musicians & dancers for 150% of the very best festive live music, song and dance! It’s Christmas Eve and the regulars of Ye Olde Fighting Cocks are excited about the night ahead, it’s going to be the Folk & Hip Hop party of the year! To their dismay the landlady, Jasmineezer Scrooge, has more profitable ambitions and is preparing to launch her new business, ‘Jazzles’ nightclub. Cheap alco-pops, seedy lighting and mind-numbing bass beats are all in danger of alienating the local community and ruining Christmas! Fortunately, some insightful souls are at hand to lead her back to her senses. Featuring ‘folk powerhouse’ The Demon Barbers; artists from Breaking Tradition Dance Company; a new seasonal repertoire and a ‘slightly unhinged’ approach to their family friendly stage shows, they are ‘guaranteed to raise weary spirits and send an audience home smiling’! The Telegraph
Family Christmas Cinema at the Halls - THE GRINCH (PG|2000|USA|101 mins)Sunday 15th December 2019 at 3pm
Tickets: £12 adults, £10 children (Girl), £18 adults, £16 children (Carol), £5 GrinchOnline: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/stanleyhalls Box Office: 0333 666 3366Web: http://www.stanleyhalls.org.uk/whats-on
Sydenham Centre, 44a Sydenham Rd, SE26 5QX
THE SNOW QUEENSaturdays 30th November & 7th December; Sunday 8th December 2019 at 2, 3 & 4pm (30 minute show)
Spontaneous Productions in association with Kirkdale Bookshop and SEE3 present their biggest and most magical show yet! When an evil Hobgoblin’s magical mirror shatters into millions of pieces, one young boy’s life is transformed forever. Taken by the Snow Queen to her icy palace, Kay seems destined to stay her prisoner for all time – unless his best friend, the brave and fearless Gerda, can rescue him from the Snow Queen’s clutches. Join Gerda on her magical quest to find Kay – including adventures along the way with argumentative crows, two hapless robbers and a dancing snowman! Hans Christian Andersen’s beloved fairy tale was the inspiration for Disney’s Frozen – so expect amazing songs from the company’s regular composer Paul Tornbohm, fabulous dance routines choreographed by Hjalmar Nordén and wonderful costumes from Jackie Poulett (Alice in Wonderland, Pinocchio).
Tickets are not pre-bookable: pay what you can (suggested minimum donation adults £3, children£2.
Theatre 62, Wickham Theatre Centre, 62 Corkscrew Hill, West Wickham, BR4 9BA
CHRISTMAS REVUEWednesday 4th to Saturday 7th December 2019 at 8pm
Gather your friends for an evening of mayhem and merriment, with a sprinkle of Sparkle and a touch of Tinsel, as our actors perform sketches, poems, songs and bite-size pieces of festive fancy, all for your delight. Directed by Nikki Packham.
Tickets: £10 including light supperBox Office: 07542 716 888On-line: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk (booking fee)E-mail: [email protected] Web-site: https://theatre62.wordpress.com Audience must be members or their invited guests; to join, email [email protected] .
Theatre Workshop Coulsdon, Coulsdon Community Centre, Chipstead Valley Rd, Coulsdon, CR5 3BE
WENDY AND PETER PANSat 7th, Wed 11th, Thurs 12th, Fri 13th, Sat 14th December 2019 at 8pm; Sat 14th, Sun 8th & 15th at 3pm
This sparkling new adaptation of Peter Pan puts Wendy centre stage in a feisty take on Barrie’s much-loved tale, but which never loses the charm of the original, nor any of its iconic set pieces. It’s bittersweet, funny in places, touching in others, and brimming with action and adventure – the classic English childhood myth of love, loss, redemption, and pirates. And Peter Pan, who never grows old. What’s not to like?
Currently productions are staged at the Churchill Theatre, Bromley in spring and autumn each year.
Web-site: http://www.wwos.org.uk
West Wickham Pantomime Society, Wickham Hall, Sussex Road, West Wickham, BR4 0JX
DICK WHITTINGTONFriday 3rd, Wednesday 8th to Friday 10th January 2020 at 7.45pm; Saturday 4th, Sunday 5th at 1.30 & 4.45pm; Saturday 11th at 1.30, 4.45 & 8pm
CHRISTMAS CAROLFriday 29th November 2019 to Saturday 4th January 2019 at 7.30pm (2.30pm matinees on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Boxing Day; not Sundays, Christmas Eve/Day, News Year's Day or 31st evening)
A fairy tale by Piers Torday based on the story by Charles Dickens. Scrooge. As you’ve never seen her before. 1838, London. Jacob Marley is dead. And so is Ebenezer Scrooge. In our story, Ebenezer died young, but his sister Fan married Marley and, as his widow, has now inherited his moneylending business. She rapidly becomes notorious as the most monstrous miser ever known, a legendary misanthrope, lonely, and despised by all who cross her path. Seven years later, on Christmas Eve, Fan Scrooge will be haunted by three spirits. They want her to change. But will she?
Tickets: £36, concessions £32; reductions for Previews until 5th December matinee & restricted viewBox Office: 020 7702 2789 (Mon-Fri, 10am-6pm)On line: http://wiltons.org.uk/whatson/596-christmas-carol-a-fairy-tale-by-piers-torday-based-on-the-story-by-charles-dickens-/149548 E-mail: [email protected]: http://wiltons.org.uk
Woldingham Players, Woldingham Village Hall, Park View Road, Woldingham, Caterham, CR3 7DN
ALADDINMonday 30th December 2019 and Thursday 2nd to Saturday 4th January 2020 at 7.30pm; Wednesday and Saturday matinées at 5 and 2.30pm
Box Office: Fine & County, The Crescent, Woldingham from 27th November (01883 653040, 9-5)On-line: http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/woldinghampantoContact: Liz Aggiss on 01883 653106E-mail: [email protected] Web-site: http://www.woldinghampanto.net (discontinued)Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/128682373890320
