Cheshire & Manchester Big Panto Guide 2023

Christmas is a great time to go to the theatre to see a panto or a family Christmas show.  Here’s my guide to the best 2023 pantomimes in Manchester and Cheshire, as well as the best ‘non panto’ family Christmas theatre shows.  We have a great guide to all the Christmas Events in Cheshire too.

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2023 Pantomimes in Cheshire  & Manchester

He’s behind you, oh no he isn’t, oh yes he is.   A great pantomime is full of larger than life characters, lots of laughs, a villain that everyone hates, a comical dame and young love.  A very British tradition a Christmas, here’s the definitive list of pantomimes in Buckinghamshire for 2023.

Peter Pan at The Plaza (Stockport)

With a sensational cast, spectacular costumes and magnificent scenery, this is the affordable family treat that everyone can enjoy this festive season.

Cinderella at the Lyceum Theatre (Crewe)

Filled with traditional panto slapstick, hilarious comedy and fabulous musical numbers, it promises to be a fun packed show suitable for everyone aged 3 to 103! Check out our Crewe Lyceum Panto Review 2023

Cinderella at The Storyhouse (Chester)

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Packed with pop favourites and overflowing with magical moments, this enchanting family-friendly Christmas show promises to send you home with a smile on your face. Storyhouse Chester panto review 2023

Sleeping Beauty at Altrincham Garrick Playhouse (Altrincham)

Step into a fairy-tale world of magical castles, bewitched spinning wheels and an enchanted sleep that only true love’s kiss can break…Packed with magic, songs, comedy, dance, special effects and more… This is the dreamiest Garrick Panto of them all!



Goldilocks and the Three Bears at Grange Theatre (Northwich)

This jam-packed pantomime will be glistening with our exciting blend of music, quality professional performers, stunning sets, lavish costumes and bags of comedy. The Grange Theatre is the home of family pantomime in Northwich this Christmas.

Jack & The Beanstalk  at the Opera House (Manchester)

Follow Jack and climb a beanstalk of gigantic proportions to cloudland in the spectacular family panto, Jack and the Beanstalk.

Jack and the Beanstalk at Middleton Arena (Middleton, Greater Manchester)

Don’t miss this year’s spectacular pantomime featuring a superb cast, beautiful scenery, colourful costumes, amazing 3D effects and lots and lots of laughs!

Snow White at Heywood Sports Village (Heywood, Greater Manchester)

Starring Coronation Street star Steve Arnold as Muddles and television star Basil Brush as the virtual voice and image of the Magic Mirror!

Gingerbread Man The Panto at The Lowry Quays Theatre (Salford)

A Manchester panto show filled with Witches & Whoopee Cushions, Festivity & Frogs – and plenty of Music & Mayhem – all sprinkled with a little sugar and spice to tickle your senses.

Cinderella at the Northwich Memorial Court (Northwich)

Panto is the perfect show for all ages! There are sing-a-longs for the little ones, and of course, jokes for the adults too!

Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs at Ellesmere Port Civic Hall (Ellesmere Port)

Anton Benson Productions return with another sensational family pantomime!

Jack & The Beanstalk at Parr Hall (Warrington)

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The perfect way to cheer up a dreary January, this GIANT of a pantomime promises lots of laughs, sparkle and plenty of music and dancing.

Cinderella at Buxton Opera House (Buxton)

Join an incredible cast for another year of wonderful music, the finest comedy routines and a sprinkle of Christmas magic. It’s a pantomime for the whole family to enjoy!

2023 Festive Family Shows

The Snow Queen at Quarry Bank (9th December only)

Join Quantum Theatre for a performance of the Hans Christian Anderson festive classic, The Snow Queen. Michael Whitmore’s enchanting adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s magical tale conjures up a captivating mix of fantasy, fable and love triumphing over evil in this ever-popular Christmas classic.

Little Bear and the Christmas Lights at The Lowry Quays Theatre (Salford)

Join Little Bear on her magical adventure as she searches for the perfect Christmas lights. Filled with sensory wonders, puppetry and music this is the perfect theatrical experience for your Snowbabies.

We’re Going on a Bear Hunt at The Lowry Quays Theatre (Salford)

The Wrong Reindeer in Oldham Town Centre (Oldham, Greater Manchester)

This free outdoor show is part of the Oldham Christmas lights switch on event on 18th Nov.  The day has lots of entertainment too and will have a fireworks finale.

The Snow Queen at the Waterside Theatre (Sale)

This vibrant musical re-telling of The Snow Queen is reimagined in an exciting adventure for the whole family. Created sustainably in every possible way by Wrongsemble.

Hare & Tortoise at Buxton Opera House (Buxton)

This exciting play, especially designed for our younger audience, is a perfect introduction to theatre.

 



Forum Theatre (Romiley) – cancelled

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