A star shines bright, where will it guide you?
Three travellers follow a star. They fall-out, get lost, overcome obstacles and finally find what they are looking for…
Made with the ideas of children from local primary schools in collaboration with the international team at Teatro Pomodoro – an award-winning international theatre company made up of performers and creators from five different countries (Canada, Italy, Japan, Spain and UK), Star of Wonder is full of clowning, physical theatre and shadow puppetry.
‘Relaxed by design‘ and not adaptation, Star of Wonder is an accessible, child – centred show, with minimal text, performed by a diverse cast of international and learning disabled performers.
Performance times vary and include matinee shows. See here for full listings.
A delightful show for all ages/abilities.
Something About George – The George Harrison Story, which pays tribute to the man dubbed the “quiet Beatle” will visit twelve UK venues including a very special performance at Liverpool’s Philharmonic Hall on 25th February, which would have been George’s 80th Birthday.
West End performer and musician Daniel Taylor, fresh from his TV appearance in BBC’s Unbreakable, were he made the final with his partner Shirley Ballas (head judge from Strictly Come Dancing), front’s the band of five and tells the fascinating story of George and performs his biggest hits along with a live band, soundscape and visuals.
Featuring beautiful songs like My Sweet Lord, Something, and Handle With Care, Something About George showcases Harrison’s incredible solo material and music from rock ‘n’ roll’s greatest supergroup The Traveling Wilburys, which was made up of Bob Dylan, George Harrison, Jeff Lynne, Roy Orbison, and Tom Petty. And any show celebrating one of the Fab Four just has to include a few classics from The Beatles.
With one wave of a magic wand, the audience will be whisked off to a glamorous ball this Christmas as Regal Entertainments present their spellbinding tale of Cinderella.
Cinderella tells the story of a beautiful girl who is reduced to a life of servitude by her two ugly step-sisters, but that is all set to change when an invitation to a grand ball at the palace arrives. With a bit of magic and some help from her friend Buttons, Cinderella is transformed in to the belle of the ball. But what will happen at the stroke of midnight?
With real Shetland ponies, enchanted pumpkins and a sparkling fairy-tale carriage and filled with festive fun to entertain the whole family, Cinderella promises to be the most lavish pantomime in all the land!
Jack & the Beanstalk is presented by New Pantomime Productions and stars Eurovision’s Nikki French, X Factor’s David Heath, Britain’s Got Talent‘s Paul Tate, Liverpool TV & Radio star John Cooper and Brindley Panto favourites Rebecca Lake, Andrew Curphey and Charlotte Dacia!
Jack, a poor country boy, trades the family cow for a handful of magic beans, which grow into a massive, towering beanstalk reaching up into the clouds. Jack climbs the beanstalk and finds himself in the castle of an unfriendly giant…
It’s sure to have the usual spectacular scenery, dazzling costumes, hilarious jokes, singalong songs and fun for all the family. So don’t delay, book today!
ASSISTED PERFORMANCES:
There is a Signed Performance on Thursday 29 December @ 5pm. You can book tickets for this show on this page.
There is a Relaxed Performance on Friday 30 December @ 2.30pm. See separate listing on this website.
Please contact the box office for any more information on these performances.
Please contact the box office on 0151 907 8360 for further information.
Bring the whole family to Aladdin, an action-packed pantomime staged in The Atkinson’s traditional theatre. TV and film sensation Patsy Kensit stars as the Genie of the Lamp! If you wish for one thing this year, make it a trip to see Aladdin.
Joining Patsy on stage are a fabulous cast of panto pros. Merseyside dancer & actor Dominic Gore charms as our hero Aladdin. Talented singer Mia Malloy is the beautiful Princess Jasmine. Southport’s very own Tom Burroughs deserves all the boos and hisses as the evil Abanazer. The hilarious Michael Chapman & Lewis Pryor will have you laughing out loud as Widow Twankey & Wishee Washee. Local broadcaster Claire Simmo dazzles as the Spirit of the Ring.
Aladdin tells the legendary rags to riches story of a Chinese street urchin who falls in love with a beautiful princess. Will Aladdin overcome the evil Abanazar and be free to marry his Jasmine? Will the Genie of the Lamp gain her freedom? Will Widow Twanky & Wishee Washee get the laundry done in time?!
The most heart-warming production imaginable to melt the hearts of even the sternest of Scrooges.
Now in its eleventh year of touring A Christmas Carol, Chapterhouse returns to wonderful venues with this most beautiful family-friendly rendition of one of the most memorable Christmas stories ever written.
On Christmas Eve, the most magical night of the year, the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge is whisked away on a terrifying journey through the past and into the future, accompanied by three fearsome ghosts determined to make him realize the true meaning of Christmas. Charles Dickens’ classic ghost story is brought alive in this wonderfully traditional production, complete with beautiful period costume, song, dance, and a magnificent original musical score.
Join critically acclaimed Chapterhouse Theatre Company for this family treat, as Scrooge’s frozen heart begins to melt and he finally embraces the festive spirit in the most Christmassy of Christmas takes.
ELF, the hit Hollywood blockbuster movie has been supersized into a live arena spectacular for this Christmas with a massive stage featuring amazing film backdrops on a huge LED screen plus a mobile stage that travels the auditorium, so everyone gets a close-up view of the action.
The presentation features Santa’s flying sleigh, audience snowball fight, indoor snowstorm, a giant candy cane journey from the North Pole, aerial cirque stars and giant tv screens so you don’t miss any of the spectacle.
The story is hilariously recreated by a large cast of performers into the biggest live Christmas show in the UK. The festive spectacular will feature West End star Steven Serlin stepping into the big floppy shoes of Will Ferrell to play Buddy the Elf.
The cast also features Blackpool and Butlins resorts new comedy star Jordan Conway in a multitude of zany characters. TV’s ‘Birds Of A Feather’ comedy actor Charlie Quirke as the cop. Kelly Banlaki returns as the leading lady playing Buddy’s love interest, Jovie the elf.
This Christmas Spectacular production features a book written by Bob Martin and Thomas Meehan (Annie, The Producers and Hairspray) and an original score of great songs by Matt Sklar and Chad Beguelin that has delighted audiences on Broadway and the West End.
Producer and Director Jon Conway says, “This is the fourth year we have presented this epic version of the Broadway and Hollywood hit as part of the World’s Biggest Pantomime brand. ‘Elf’ is always one of the most popular Christmas films and ‘Buddy The Elf’ a truly iconic character. We are returning to some venues and have made the show even bigger and better with new features to make it a really thrilling experience. We are keenly aware of the economic climate and are one of the few shows to have reduced our prices from Elf’s last visit for an affordable family outing! One of the best sights is the audiences dressing up for the show, especially the dads in elf Christmas sweaters! This is an unmissable Xmas treat”
The Pantomime Where All Your Wishes Come True…
Starring Coronation Street’s Connor McIntyre as Abanazar, Radio City’s Leanne Campbell as The Spirit Of The Ring, Comedy Star Bippo as Wishee Washee, The Voice’s Kelsey Beth Crossley as Princess Jasmine, West End Star Scott Sutcliffe as Aladdin, The Hilarious Philip Day as Widow Twankey & Introducing Nigel Peever as The Emperor.
Join our hero Aladdin, his mother Widow Twankey and his brother Wishee Washee as they embark on a magical adventure and try to defeat the evil Abanazar and his plan to become master of the world. With help from the Genie Of The Lamp & The Spirit Of The Ring will Aladdin save the day and marry the beautiful Princess Jasmine? There’s only one way to find out…
This magical pantomime features Great Songs, Dazzling Dance Routines, Stunning Scenery, Beautiful Costumes and Amazing Special Effects – It will be an unforgettable experience for children and adults alike.
So, make sure you book your tickets for this magical carpet ride today!
