Theatre Watch Seasonal Theatre


Brio Leisure www.brioentertainment.org


Sunday 8th December – Friday 3rd January


PETER PAN- NORTHWICH MEMORIAL COURT


Starring Eastenders’ Nasty Nick Cotton John Altman as Captain Hook, Northwich favourite Ryan Greaves as Mr Smee and Coronation Street’s Katie McGlynn as Tinker Bell! Go along for a hysterical rollercoaster ride through panto-land, chock- a-bloc with musical numbers, comedy sketches, stunning sets, magnificent costumes, phenomenal flying effects and incredible illusions.


Saturday 14th – Tuesday 24th December


CINDERELLA AT ELLESMERE PORT CIVIC HALL


Starring Coronation Street’s Connie Hyde as the Fairy Godmother and Britain’s Got Talent’s comedy impressionist Tony Rudd as Buttons – and with stunning scenery, colourful costumes, fabulous


≥ THE SNOWMAN


frocks and stunning special effects, all wrapped up in our trademark laugh a minute script - Cinderella promises to be Ellesmere Port’s most magical pantomime ever.


The Forum Studio Theatre


Hamilton Place, Chester CH1 2BH Box Office: 01244 341296 www.tiptopproductions.co.uk


Friday 29th November – Saturday 4th January


SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS


Don’t miss Tip Top’s festive family pantomime, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Expect magical twists, fun, laughter and adventure with this laugh a minute production telling the timeless tale of the beautiful Snow White who falls in love with Archie.


Monday 9th – Tuesday 10th December


NOW THAT’S WHAT I CALL THEATRETRAIN AT CHRISTMAS


Pupils from Theatretrain’s schools in Chester, Wrexham and Mold join forces once again to present an evening of music.


The Lowry Art and Entertainment


Box Office: 0843 2086000 www.thelowry.com/family


Friday 6th December – Sunday 12th January


THE GRUFFALO’S CHILD Follow the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories’ enchanting adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.


Tuesday 17th – Tuesday 24th December


SNOWBABIES


From the team behind Aleena’s Garden comes a brand-new Christmas adventure especially for the youngest members of your family.


Sunday 26th January


MORGAN AND WEST UNBELIEVABLE SCIENCE


Morgan & West present captivating chemistry, phenomenal physics, and bonkers biology in this fun for all the family science extravaganza!


Manchester Home, Palace Theatre and Opera House


Oxford Street, Manchester Box Office:


0844 871 3019(Palace Theatre) 0844 871 3018 (Opera House) www.homemcr.org (Library Theatre)


Thursday 5th – Sunday 29th December


THE SLIGHTLY ANNOYING ELEPHANT


Little Angel Theatre are back with this hilarious story by comedian and author David Walliams, brought to life through puppetry.


Friday 20 December, 4pm Monday 23 December, 11am, 1.30pm and 4pm at The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester


The Snowman Howard Blake


Alien Party on Planet Zum-Zee Steve Pickett/Tony Mitton (based on the picture book Alien Tea on Planet Zum-Zee by Tony Mitton)


Tickets (including booking fees) Adults £27.50, Children (aged 17 and under) £17.50 Family (4 people, minimum 1 child) £69.50


www.halle.co.uk • 0161 907 9000


Thursday 23rd – Friday 24th January


MOSCOW CITY BALLET PRESENTS SWAN LAKE


Classic ballet production at the Palace Theatre, Manchester. Saturday 25th January


MOSCOW CITY BALLET PRESENTS THE NUTCRACKER


Classic ballet production at the Palace Theatre, Manchester.


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Wednesday 20th – Saturday 23rd November


TOM GATES


From the producers of Horrible Histories and Gangsta Granny comes the world premiere of Tom Gates - Live On Stage!


Royal Liverpool Philharmonic


Philharmonic Hall, Hope Street Liverpool L1 9BP Box Office: 0151 709 3789 www.liverpoolphil.com


Tuesday 10th December


ELF (PG) Film screening of this classic family Christmas film.


Saturday 14th – Sunday 15th December


SING ALONG WITH SANTA


A musical Christmas treat filled with seasonal songs that everyone will know and love.


Pyramid & Parr Hall


Cultural Quarter, Palmyra Square South, Warrington Box office: 01925 442345


Sunday 15th December


VIENNA FESTIVAL BALLET – THE NUTCRACKER


Be swept away on a magical adventure in one of the most famous classical ballets of all time With its combination of enchanting choreography and unforgettable music, this fabulous ballet is a Christmas treat like no other.


Friday 3rd – Sunday 12th January


CINDERELLA A classic post-Christmas treat.


St. Helens Theatre Royal


Corporation Street St. Helens Merseyside Box Office: 01744 756000


Saturday 7th December – Sunday 12th January


ALADDIN


St. Helens Theatre Royal invites audiences on a magical carpet ride this Christmas.


9th February


EXCITING SCIENCE This brand new, exciting and educational show is coming to St Helens Theatre Royal and will amaze and astound all ages from 4 years and upwards.


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