One of our Christmas traditions is to go to a family pantomime. We are really fortunate as we have a splendid theatre in the town where we live, there are some great Christmas Pantomimes in Kent. We normally visit between Christmas and New Year although the pantomime season can last a lot longer than that. There are lots of reasons to visit a panto in Kent, there is something about the audience participation, laugh-out-loud comedy, spectacular scenery and breathtaking special effects. It is such a great day out for th entire family.
There are lots of choices when it comes to Pantos in Kent. If you are aware of any Pantomimes in Kent that I have missed. Then please let me know in the comments below and I will add them to the list. Likewise, when this post went live at the end of November there were still tickets available for all the Christmas shows mentioned. However many do sell out so if you come across ones this festive season that have then let me know and I will update the post.
Pantomimes in Kent
Here is the wide choice of Pantmomines in Kent this year. Including Pantomimes in Maidstone and Pantos in Tonbridge Wells. Where there is a recommended age range I have included this in the description. Which is the case for some of the Christmas shows for younger children. I have also stumbled across some Christmas ballets which I have also included. Let me know your favourite Panto in Kent.
The Marlowe Theatre
- Pantomime – Sleeping Beauty
- Location – The Friars, Canterbury CT1 2AS
- Dates – 16th of December to 8th of January
- Show times – Various show times including morning performances, afternoon and early evening. Depending on the date you want to go.
- Ticket Prices – Prices can vary but the most you will pay is £55. Concessions are available.
- Starring a full professional cast including TV favourite, Ore Oduba, West End Superstar Carrie Hope Fletcher, Jennie Dale, Marlowe legend, Ben Roddy and rising star, Max Fulham this really is an all-star cast for this incredible pantomime. The classic sleeping beauty has been adapted to become a hit pantomime in Kent, with spectacular special effects and plenty of entertainment for the whole family.
- Find out more – Sleeping Beauty
Assembly Hall Theatre
- Pantomime – Jack and the Beanstalk
- Location – Crescent Rd, Tunbridge Wells TN1 2LU
- Dates – 10th of December to 31st of December
- Show times – 1 pm and 5 pm on most dates with the occasional morning performance taking place at 11 am.
- Ticket Prices – Prices start at £27 rising depending on where you sit. Concessions are available.
- Dame Trott and her Family have been selling ice cream at the annual fair for as long as anyone can remember. But when the ginormous giant puts the rent up, the family are forced to sell their beloved cow Pat for just a handful of beans. Can Jack get his head out of the clouds for long enough to save the day? A fantastic family event that is the perfect entertainment for children of all ages.
- Find out more – Jack and the Beanstalk
The Orchard Theatre
- Pantomime – Cinderella
- Location – Home Gardens, Dartford DA1 1ED
- Dates – 10th of December to 31st of December
- Show times – Afternoon performances at 1 pm and early evening performances at 5 pm.
- Ticket Prices – Tickets start at £16 but rise depending on where you sit.
- Starring Bobby Davro this is a great pantomime that turns a classic love story into something fun, entertaining and enjoyable to watch. Cinderella needs to go to the ball, but will all work out as it should with the help of a fairy godmother? A great option for some light entertainment throughout December.
- Find out more – Cinderella
Hazlitt Theatre
- Pantomime – Sleeping Beauty
- Location – Earl St, Maidstone ME14 1PL
- Dates – 26th of November to 31st of December
- Show times – Afternoon performances at 2.30 pm and evening performances at 6.30 pm. Some morning performances are available.
- Ticket Prices – Prices start at £25 with concessions available.
- Join the Hazlitt Theatre this Christmas as this much-loved classic story is transformed into a fun-filled family panto, with songs, dances and even a spectacular dragon! Cursed by a jealous, wicked fairy on her 18th birthday, the beautiful Princess falls into a deep sleep that can only be ended with a kiss from her true love. An excellent option for the whole family to enjoy.
- Find out more – Sleeping Beauty
Trinity Theatre – for younger children
- Theatre Show – The Aliens Who Saved Christmas
- Location – Church Rd, Royal Tunbridge Wells TN1 1JP
- Dates – Dates through till 30th of December
- Show times – Morning performances take place at 11 am
- Ticket Prices – Prices start at £10
- It is Christmas Eve on the planet Slurp when friendly aliens Sniff and Splat accidentally receive an important radio message from Santa’s elves calling upon the extra-terrestrial pals to help get the presents ready in time for all the children. This is a lovely option for younger families who want to enjoy the theatre and those looking for a Pantomime in Kent.
- Find out more – The Aliens Who Saved Christmas
The Woodville
- Pantomime – Aladdin
- Location – Woodville Pl, Gravesend DA12 1DD
- Dates – 2nd of December to 1st January
- Show times– Afternoon shows at 2 pm and evening shows at 6 pm
- Ticket Prices – Off-peak tickets start at £19 with different prices depending on the day and time you choose to attend contact the box office for more information.
- Starring TOWIE’s James ‘ARG’ Argent as The Chief of Police and plenty of other familiar faces you have this incredible pantomime all about Aladdin. There will be laugh-out-loud jokes, fabulous costumes, and magical special effects. A ‘bazaar’ larger than life Genie, sing-along songs with an astonishing flying carpet this is a great show panto in Kent that the whole family will love.
- Find out more – Aladdin
Leas Cliff Hall
- Pantomime – Aladdin
- Location – The Leas, Folkestone CT20 2DZ
- Dates – 9th of December to 31st of December
- Show times – Afternoon performances at 1.30 pm and evening performances at 5.30 pm
- Ticket Prices – Prices start from £13
- Full of magic and make-believe Aladdin is a classic story that we all know and love that has been adapted to create a very entertaining pantomime. It is suitable for families of all ages and promises to give you a great experience of the theatre.
- Find out more – Aladdin
The Oast Theatre Tonbridge
- Pantomime – Pantomania – Cinderella
- Location – London Rd, Tonbridge TN10 3AN
- Dates – December 15th – 18th.
- Show times – 3 pm and 7.30 pm performances
- Ticket Prices – Prices start at £11
- By popular request, this well-known theatre group is returning after touring the world for seventeen and a half years with their best pantomimes – Cinderella! They are happy to be with you again and hope that nothing untoward takes place this time! Of course, they might need your help if it does, but a little bit of chaos should add to the fun. Look out for beautiful costumes and stunning sets.
- Find out more – Pantomania Cinderella
The Tower Theatre Folkestone
- Pantomime – Cinderella
- Location – North Rd, Folkestone CT20 3HL
- Dates – 16th of December to 29th of December
- Show times – Afternoon performances take place at 2 pm and evening performances take place at 7 pm.
- Ticket Prices – Prices start at £18.50 with concessions and family tickets available.
- Get ready to cheer Cinders, as she outwits her very wicked and ugly sisters and meets her dashing Prince Charming. A great pantomime for children of all ages that promise to be fun and full of light-hearted entertainment.
- Find out more – Cinderella
The Kings Hall
- Pantomime – Aladdin
- Location – Beacon Hill, Herne Bay CT6 6BA
- Dates – 12th of January – 15th of January
- Show times – 2 pm and 7 pm performances.
- Ticket Prices – Prices start at £10 there is also an online booking fee.
- Aladdin is a classic tale of a boy who meets a girl but things make it impossible for them to be together. This is a love story that has been adapted to a pantomime that promises lots of fun and laughter throughout. Perfect for families of all ages. Just watch out for the magical carpet ride at this Panto in Kent.
- Find out more – Aladdin
Sinden Theatre
- Pantomime – Aladdin
- Location – Sinden Theatre, Ashford Rd, Tenterden TN30 6LT
- Dates – 11th of December to the 28th of December
- Show times – Various performance times in the afternoon and evening depending on the day. There are also some morning performances.
- Ticket Prices – Prices start at £16.50 with concessions available. Family tickets are available book tickets at the box office.
- The most magical pantomime of them all will feature even more dazzling costumes, brilliant scenery, amazing illusions, and fantastic music. Starring the popular return of hilarious double-act, TV funnyman Bobby Dazzler as Wishee Washee and Julius Brady as Dame Widow Twankey it promised to be a lot of fun. A fun-filled family pantomime in Kent.
- Find out more – Aladdin.
Churchill Theatre
- Pantomime – Jack and the Beanstalk
- Location – High St, Bromley BR1 1HA
- Dates – 4th of December to 31st of December
- Show times – Various times including 1 pm, 5 pm and 7 pm performances depending on which way day you want to attend.
- Ticket Prices – Prices start from £24 increasing depending on view and seat choices. Concessions are available.
- Starring a star-studded cast Anton Du Beke, this is a fantastic pantomime all about jack and how he ends up having magic beans that change everything he once knew. A great story and one the children will love.
- Find out more – Jack and the Beanstalk
Chatham Central Theatre
- Pantomime – Snow White
- Location – 170 High St, Chatham ME4 4AS
- Dates – 16th of December to the 31st of December
- Show times – Afternoon performances at 2 pm and evening performances at 6 pm. There is a morning performance on Christmas Eve.
- Ticket Prices – Prices start from £22 for adults. Concessions are available and prices might increase depending on the seats you choose.
- Snow White faces her evil stepmother the wicked queen as the battle commences to be the fairest one of all. Featuring the seven dwarfs and a familiar storyline, this pantomime is great entertainment and one that the children will love. Expect plenty of audience participation and live music at this Panto in Kent.
- Find out more – Snow White
Sarah Thorne Theatre
- Pantomime – Mother Goose
- Location – Fordoun Road, Broadstairs CT10 2BN
- Dates – 9th of December to the 31st of December
- Show times – Afternoon and evening performances. Times vary depending on your choice of date.
- Ticket Prices – Prices start at £16. Concessions are available as well as family tickets. It is more value for money to book in advance.
- A traditional pantomime that follows the story of Mother Goose. With lots of fun, entertaining music and a professional cast this is one not to be missed. Lots of family fun is to be had for children of all ages at this spectacular family pantomime in Kent.
- Find out more – Mother Goose
Related Blog Posts
If all this talk about Pantos in Kent is making you feel festive then you may be interested in some of the other blog posts we have written for this Christmas time.
- If you are looking to visit Pantomimes near me but live outside of Kent. Then you may find Pantomimes in Sussex and Pantomimes in Surrey will be more help you.
- Looking to visit a Christmas Tree Farm? Then I pulled together Christmas Tree Farms in Sussex, Christmas Tree Farms in Surrey and Christmas Tree Farms in Kent. We really look forward to picking out our tree each year, so I have included some tips in each post that may help you if you do the same.
- Each year we try to visit a Christmas light trail. We are so fortunate to have so many close to us. Read all about Christmas light trails in Sussex, Christmas light trails in Surrey and Christmas light trials in Kent.
- We also like to visit a Christmas market to pick up handmade gifts and try all the festive treats. I was amazed by how many are taking place across the county. More details can be found here – Christmas markets in Sussex, Christmas markets in Surrey and Christmas markets in Kent.
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