Category Pantomine

FEATURE: Little M premieres at The Place Ahead of its 2026 UK Tour

Reading Time: 2 minutesCo-directed by choreographer Anders Duckworth and writer Luke Skilbeck, Little M, a brand-new, bold reimagination of this age-old tale, invites audiences, especially those young kids, to be immersed into an underwater dreamscape interweaved with movement, puppetry and life-affirming storytelling. In this production, curiosity, confusion and identity all intertwine and flow together like currents beneath the sea.

REVIEW: Dick Whittington

Dick Whittington by PLESTED BROWN and WILSHER Dick Whittington, Kai Harris; King Rat, Alex Crandon; Alderman Fitzwarren, Chris Rankin; Alice Fitzwarren, Shannon Bourne; Dame, Scott Riney; Detective Fairy Bowbells, Grace Kelly Miller; Cosmo, Jade Johnson; Ensemble, Adam Craig; Ensemble, Finna Hardy; Ensemble, Jake Poolman; Crew Writen by Plested Brown and Wilsher Director, Adam Brown; Choreographer, Miranda Wilford; Musical Director/Orchestrations, Ben Barrow; Second Musician, Luke Hinchliffe; Production Manager, Guy Dickens; Lighting Designer, Vicky Allen; Sound Designer, Nathan Smith; Set and Dame costume design, Mark Walters of Glitter Pantomimes; Costumer Designer/Wardrobe Supervisor, Carl Davies; Casting Director, Brunton Casting; Shot at Newbury Corn Exchange, Newbury, UK on 28.11.2024 and 29.11.2024 by Rich Lakos. Copyright Rich Lakos and ArenaPAL

Reading Time: 2 minutesA purrfectly entertaining panto with plenty of laughs and fun songs Corn Exchange Newbury’s festive panto, Dick Whittington, delivers a night of vibrant fun, with an enthusiastic cast, catchy tunes, and a healthy dose of slapstick comedy.…

REVIEW: The Christmas Thing

Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Christmas Thing is an interactive festive variety show by Tom Clarkson and Owen Visser, set in a colorful TV-like studio. It engages the audience with games and storytelling, creating a lively atmosphere. The performers’ uplifting spirits and seamless technical execution contribute to an endearing and chaotic Christmas experience, leaving attendees joyful and satisfied.