Pantomimes · Christmas 2026
Pantomimes near Newcastle
The 2026 pantomimes season has finished. These were this year’s listings; we’ll update them for 2027.
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We’ve checked 2 pantomimes within about 40 minutes’ drive of Newcastle for Christmas 2026. 2 have confirmed 2026 dates. The first opens on Tuesday 24 November (Jack and the Beanstalk).
Where prices are published, entry runs from £14 to £30.20 a ticket. 2 have a relaxed performance.
On this weekend
Based on each listing’s first and last dates. Some run on selected days only, so check times before you set off.
- ✓ 2026 dates confirmed
Jack and the Beanstalk
Theatre Royal, Newcastle upon Tyne · run by Newcastle Theatre Royal
- When
- Tue 24 Nov – Sun 17 Jan
- Price
- From £14
- Booking
- Book ahead
- Starring
- Danny Adams, Joe McElderry, Chris Hayward
- Type
- Professional panto
Dates: Tue 24 Nov 2026 – Sun 17 Jan 2027
Prices: £14.00–£41.00; £2 off for ages 16 and under; Babes in Arms (under 2) £2.50 extra
Relaxed Sun 6 Dec and Wed 6 Jan 12pm; audio described Tue 8 Dec 7pm; captioned and BSL Thu 10 Dec; BSL Sun 13 Dec 1pm. May include flashing lights, strobes, haze and loud noises.
Checked Mon 2 Nov · source: theatreroyal.co.uk Tickets - ✓ 2026 dates confirmed
Aladdin
Tyne Theatre & Opera House, Newcastle upon Tyne
- When
- Fri 4 Dec – Sun 3 Jan
- Price
- From £30.20
- Booking
- Book ahead
- Starring
- Marcus Collins, Michael Greco, Mikki Villa
- Age guidance
- Suitable for all ages; under-14s must be accompanied by an adult; under 18 months no ticket needed
- Running time
- 150 minutes
- Type
- Professional panto
Dates: Fri 4 Dec 2026 – Sun 3 Jan 2027
Prices: Seats from £32.20 adult; concessions £30.20; family tickets £119.80–£147.80; includes levy and £2.70 booking fee
Signed and audio described Sun 13 Dec 4pm; signed and relaxed Sat 2 Jan 11am. Separate 18+ performances are also run.
Checked Mon 2 Nov · source: tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk Tickets
Compare at a glance
| Name | Where | When | From | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jack and the Beanstalk | Newcastle upon Tyne | Tue 24 Nov – Sun 17 Jan | £14 | Book ahead |
| Aladdin | Newcastle upon Tyne | Fri 4 Dec – Sun 3 Jan | £30.20 | Book ahead |
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Common questions
When do pantomimes near Newcastle open in 2026?
Confirmed so far: Jack and the Beanstalk (Tue 24 Nov); Aladdin (Fri 4 Dec). Every listing shows the date we last checked it.
Who is in the pantomimes near Newcastle this year?
Jack and the Beanstalk: Danny Adams, Joe McElderry, Chris Hayward; Aladdin: Marcus Collins, Michael Greco, Mikki Villa.
Are there relaxed pantomime performances near Newcastle?
Yes: Jack and the Beanstalk and Aladdin have a relaxed performance. They have a calmer atmosphere for children who find theatres hard.
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