9 Pantos and Christmas Performances in Newcastle, Gateshead and North East

Panto season is just around the corner, and there are plenty of opportunities to grab the whole family and head off to the theatre in Newcastle and the north east this Christmas.

Let us help you find the perfect panto or festive, family performance in Newcastle, Gateshead and the North East...

Snow White’s work is never done, and this Christmas is no different – she will be the star of three pantos in the north east! Sunderland Empire will bring you the pantomime laughs with a joyful performance of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Expect exquisite costumes, enchanting sets, and the most fabulous Seven Dwarfs you've ever seen!

Book tickets to Snow White at Sunderland Empire

Enchanted Entertainment are back at the Tyne Theatre and Opera House with their production of Sleeping Beauty. This fairytale classic will have you laugh, and sing-a-long to the tale of Princess Aurora and her wicked step mother Maleficent.

Book tickets for Sleeping Beauty at Tyne Theatre and Opera House

Newcastle Theatre Royal never fail to bring the very best in panto glitz and glam, gags and giggles and this year will be no different as the cast is joined by X-Factor star and native Geordie Joe McElderry.

Join panto favourites Danny Adams, Clive Webb and Chris Howard as they bring to life the story of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.

Book tickets for Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at Theatre Royal Newcastle

Grab your magical marching mop and join Northern Stage in this enchanting new production about a young girl set to become the Sorcerer’s Apprentice. This magical performance will also be offering a digital stream for families to watch from the comfort of home from 10 December – 31 December.

Update: Unfortunately all performances from Wed 15 Dec until Tue 28 Dec have been cancelled due to cases of COVID-19 in The Sorcerer’s Apprentice company. Tickets are still available for 8 performances from Tue 28 Dec - Fri 31 Dec for those who would prefer to watch online so audiences can still enjoy some Christmas magic this year.

Book tickets for The Sorcerer’s Apprentice Digital Streams

Snow White will be bursting onto stage at PLAYHOUSE Whitley Bay this panto season. Head to the coast and join Snow White (played by The Voice star Lucy Cane), as she tries to escape the clutches of the Wicked Queen with the help of the Magnificent Seven.

Book tickets for Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at PLAYHOUSE

A fairytale classic is coming to South Shields this winter. Experience Rapunzel at Customs House the panto way. With vibrant costumes and the unique Customs House twist, you're in for a treat.

Book tickets for Rapunzel at The Customs House

The People's Panto is back! Join Heaton’s local, community theatre for a Christmassy performance of Sleeping Beauty which is sure to tick all the pantomime boxes. Will the Princess be rescued from her enchanting slumber? Book your tickets to find out…

Book tickets for Sleeping Beauty at the People’s Theatre

It wouldn’t be Christmas without a visit to Sage Gateshead to experience Christmas classic The Snowman, accompanied by the incredible Royal Northern Sinfonia. This is a truly atmospheric experience combining live orchestral music with Raymond Brigg’s poignant story of The Snowman.

Book tickets for The Snowman at Sage Gateshead

If you’re looking for a panto day out look no further than Spanish City in Whitley Bay. Spanish City will be hosting two days of panto with a festive themed lunch. Sit back and enjoy the magical production of Aladdin and enjoy a delicious three course lunch and family disco as part of your show ticket.

Book tickets for Spanish City’s Festive Lunch with Panto