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It's Showtime! Pantomimes, Christmas and Winter Theatre For Families in Devon
Its Showtime for Christmas 2021!
Theatres across Devon are marking the festive season with a great selection of pantomimes, musicals and other shows this winter, all suitable for families. See our guide to stage shows that you can see this Christmas in Devon.
Exeter Northcott
What The Ladybird Heard - 11th December 2021 to 2nd January 2022
Stage adaptation of the bestselling picture book by Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks. The production features live music puppetry and a whole farmyard of fun. Recommended for ages 3+
A Christmas Carol - 1st December 2021 to 1st January 2022
Local award-winning theatre company La Navet Bete return this festive season for a humorous retelling of one of the world's most famous ghost stories.
Beauty and the Beast - 11th December to 2nd January
Exeter Panto returns with their adaptation of the classic tale that's as old as time. . Expect romance and custard pies, magic and slapstick.!
Stick Man - 28th and 30th November
Freckle Productions present this adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's classic tale. Expect puppetry, songs, live music and funky moves
Cinderella - 10th to 31st December
Expect sparkling costumes, dazzling scenery, enchanting special effects, spectacular dance routines and a hilarious script in this year's pantomime at the Queens Theatre, Barnstaple.
Santa's Best Ever Christmas - 24th December
Join Father Christmas and friends in this brand new, festive, musical, interactive adventure. Every child will receive a specially wrapped present from Santa after the show. Most suitable for 2 to 7 year olds.
Based on the classic Christmas movie, , join Buddy the Elf as he embarked on a journey to New York City to find his birth father. Expect an all-singing, all-dancing performance that is recommended for ages 5+
Rhia and The Tree of Lights - 19th to 28th December
Rhia’s favourite thing ever was hanging out with Grandma at the wild Jurassic Coast – playing games on the beach, finding funny creatures, and telling stories in her magical treehouse. So it all feels really weird now that Grandma’s gone.
But as Rhia prepares for Diwali, she discovers a mysterious riddle in a dusty case, setting Rhia and her friends off on a thrilling adventure to find something that’s been missing for a (very) long time…
Featuring vibrant original music, ancient Indian tales, and Quirk’s trademark sense of the ridiculous. A heartwarming show for all ages, celebrating friendship, nature, and the place we call home.
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The Man Who Wanted To Be A Penguin - 1st December to 22nd January
This is the story of an extraordinary explorer, a curious conjurer and pioneering problem-solver. You’ll find him pottering in his shed; planning his latest mission. He is learning to speak Penguin and hopes that you will too!
When he arrives at the Antarctic will its icy wilderness meet his excited expectations? Will the penguins’ reception be frosty, or will the colony welcome him with open wings?!
With a playful energy and a mix of puppetry, music and song, this show will be a delightful celebration of wild creativity and the joy of individuality.
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Grimm and Grimmer - 6th to 24th December
The comedy adventure bursting with slapstick, music and magic
Gonzo Moose are back with a comedy adventure packed full of hilarious slapstick, verbal wit, live music and a sensational death-defying
finale.
Brothers Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm are about to publish the final volume of what will become the greatest ever collection of fairy tales. But on the eve of their greatest triumph, a shadowy figure from their past returns to collect an old debt. Now their sister, Lotte must go on a deadly mission deep into the Fairy Tale Kingdom in order to save her beloved older brothers.
Three fearless and daring actors switch wildly between myriad roles in this gripping and fast paced comedy featuring Mexican elves, a biscuit eating badger and the world’s worst marriage guidance counsellor.
Inspired by the 80’s epic fantasy movies like The Dark Crystal and Labyrinth and off course by the books of the Brothers Grimm. Recommended for age 8+
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Make it a magical family Christmas this year with the brand-new spectacular production of Irving Berlin’s classic musical, White Christmas. Direct from the West End “this terrific dose of pure escapism” (The Times) will be lighting up Theatre Royal Plymouth this
December.
The iconic award-winning Sheila Ferguson (Three Degrees) stars as Martha Watson in this acclaimed masterpiece. Join veterans Bob Wallace (Matthew Jeans) and Phil Davis (Dan Burton) as fuelled by love, the all-singing, all-dancing duo follow the stunning Haynes Sisters, Betty & Judy (Jess Daley & Emily Langham) to a Vermont lodge for a special Christmas show. Their journey takes a misstep, and their rhythm is thrown off when they discover the lodge happens to be owned by Bob and Phil’s old Army General (Duncan Smith) and is in desperate need of their help.
A tale of love and friendship, White Christmas features the dazzling songs Blue Skies, Sisters and the most famous festive song of all, White Christmas.
Brought to life by acclaimed Curve artistic director Nikolai Foster (Annie) and two-time Olivier Award-winning choreographer Stephen Mear CBE (Mary Poppins).
A timeless romantic comedy to warm the hearts of all ages.
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Get swept away by one of the most enchanting fairy tales of all time, as Wonder Productions brings to the Barnfield, the most loved pantomime of them all – Cinderella.
This classic rags to riches story tells us of beautiful young girl who is cruelly treated by her jealous Ugly Step-sisters. If she’s to meet her Prince Charming and find true love before the clock strikes midnight, she’ll need all the magic her Fairy Godmother can muster up, along with the help from her best friend Buttons.
Will Cinderella get her fairytale ending? Book your tickets before the clock strikes midnight to find out
Find out more and book here
Soapbox Children's Theatre
The Magic Lantern and The Story Thief - selected dates from 11th December
Be part of the adventure!
A festive outdoor Christmas show at The Soapbox Children's Theatre, Devonport Park, Plymouth.
Stiltskin create a rich tapestry of light and dark, where people’s stories are brought to life by the light of the magic lantern - whilst the story thief waits in the shadows, looking for a story of her own. Full of fun and wonderful surprises for all the family. Suitable for ages 4+. Cafe and undercover seating provided. You can upgrade to cushioned seating or hire a hot water bottle if required
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The Christmas Mouse - selected dates from 8th December
Special show for under 5s. Christmas Mouse has lost its home when the snow begins to fall. Can the Christmas Mouse find somewhere warm and snuggly before Christmas Day?
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Cinderella - 10th December 2021 to 2nd January 2022
All you need is: a sprinkle of Buttons, a dash of ugly sisters, a pinch of a prince, one loyal sidekick and a dusting of a Princess. Mix them all up, adding of course a flick of the wrist for that magical kick, to have the best loved pantomime of all, Cinderella.
Cinderella is making its way to the Princess Theatre Torquay and is a perfect Festive family treat! Full casting to be announced!
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A Christmas Carol - 5th December
On Christmas Eve, the most magical night of the year, the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge is whisked away on a journey into his past and future, accompanied by three ghosts determined to show him the true meaning of Christmas.
This winter, Charles Dickens’ infamous ghost story is brought alive in a traditional production, complete with period costume, song, and a musical score.
Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company to see whether Scrooge’s heart will thaw in time for Christmas...
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Step Into Christmas with Centre Stage - 19th December
The award winning company Centre Stage present a Christmas show to get you in the mood for Christmas.
After the rushing around, getting those Christmas gifts safely under the tree, why not come and enjoy a glistening snow filled magical delight as this talented company perform their last event of the year.
Yule not be disappointed !!
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Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs - 23rd December to 1st January
Trio Entertainment in association with Exmouth Pavilion proudly present the fairest Panto in the land - Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs!
Mirror, Mirror on the wall, which is the most spectacular pantomime of all? Join Snow White in her fairytale adventure of a lifetime.
Will Prince Lorenzo rescue his beloved Snow White from the Wicked Queen’s evil spells? Will the horrible Henchman complete his perilous task upon the Princess? Will the Seven Dwarfs get to the poisoned apple before Snow White?
Back by popular Demand Stuart Earp returns for his 7th year as the hilarious Muddles.
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Jack and The Beanstalk - 18th December to 2nd January
Jack’s back in 2021! And tickets are on sale now …
“A masterclass on how to deliver first class entertainment”, “it is all about the audience’s enjoyment” and “a magical experience” were just three of the comments received for Sleeping Beauty last Christmas.
Now Jack’s back to deliver another fabulous pantomime at the Palace Theatre, Paignton. The same experienced production team will be on hand to guide Jack up the beanstalk to rescue the Princess from the scary giant with the help or hindrance of the usual pantomime characters both good and bad.
Will he succeed? A professional script, five professional musicians, dazzling costumes, wonderful dancing and humour brought to you by the best of local talent and a few surprises.
Find out more and book here
Get swept away by one of the most enchanting fairy tales of all time, as Wonder Productions brings us the most loved pantomime of them all – Cinderella
This classic rags to riches story tells us of beautiful young girl who is cruelly treated by her jealous Ugly Step-sisters. If she’s to meet her Prince Charming and find true love before the clock strikes midnight, she’ll need all the magic her Fairy Godmother can muster up, along with the help from her best friend Buttons.
Will Cinderella get her fairytale ending? Book your tickets before the clock strikes midnight to find out!
