Hampshire &amp; Isle of Wight


<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-hampshire-pantomimes">HAMPSHIRE PANTOMIMES</h3>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-pantomime-adventures-of-peter-pan-sat-13-december-2025-sun-4-january-2026-mayflower-theatre-southampton"><em><a href="https://www.mayflower.org.uk/whats-on/peter-pan-2025/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan</a></em>, Sat 13 December 2025 – Sun 4 January 2026, Mayflower Theatre, Southampton</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="1375" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/Peter-Pan-Mayflower-panto-2025.jpg" alt="Alexandra Burke, Dr Ranj in The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan at The Mayflower Theatre Southampton Hampshire" class="wp-image-38947" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/Peter-Pan-Mayflower-panto-2025.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/Peter-Pan-Mayflower-panto-2025-582x800.jpg 582w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/Peter-Pan-Mayflower-panto-2025-727x1000.jpg 727w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/Peter-Pan-Mayflower-panto-2025-768x1056.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Image: <em>The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan </em>at Mayflower Southampton. <em>Stuart Martin.</em></figcaption></figure>



<p>It’s set to be a high-flying Christmas at the Mayflower as Alexandra Burke and Dr Ranj lead a star-studded cast in this magical panto adventure. Expect spectacular effects, plenty of laughs and a sprinkle of fairy dust as Peter, Wendy and Tink take on the dastardly Captain Hook. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-aladdin-fri-5-wed-31-december-2025-kings-theatre-southsea-portsmouth"><em><a href="https://www.kingsportsmouth.co.uk/whatson-event/aladdin-panto-2025/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Aladdin</a></em>, Fri 5 – Wed 31 December 2025, Kings Theatre, Southsea, Portsmouth</h2>



<p>Hop on the magic carpet for a glittering adventure packed with music, mischief and mayhem. <em>EastEnders</em> legend Shaun Williamson returns as the wicked Aba’Barry’nazer, joined by the fabulous Rustie Lee as the Genie and Kings’ favourite Jack Edwards as Widow Twankey. With sparkle, silliness and songs galore, &#8216;The Big Pompey Panto&#8217; is always pure festive fun. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-beauty-and-the-beast-fri-12-december-2025-sun-4-january-2026-fareham-live-fareham"><em><a href="https://trafalgartickets.com/fareham-live-fareham/en-GB/event/pantomime/beauty-and-the-beast-tickets" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Beauty and the Beast</a></em>, Fri 12 December 2025 – Sun 4 January 2026, Fareham Live, Fareham</h2>



<p>Get ready for a sparkling festive treat as Sue Holderness (<em>Only Fools and Horses</em>) and Tyger Drew-Honey (<em>Outnumbered</em>) bring star power to this magical family pantomime. With Paul Burling returning as the hilarious French Frank, expect laughs and fairytale magic aplenty. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-puss-in-boots-sat-29-november-2025-sun-4-january-2026-theatre-royal-winchester"><em><a href="https://www.theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk/whats-on/puss-boots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Puss in Boots</a></em>, Sat 29 November 2025 – Sun 4 January 2026, Theatre Royal Winchester</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1000" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/12/Puss-in-Boots-Theatre-Royal-Winchester-Panto-2.jpg" alt="Theatre Royal Winchester Hampshire Panto puss in boots Hampshire pantos theatre Christmas" class="wp-image-39129" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/12/Puss-in-Boots-Theatre-Royal-Winchester-Panto-2.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/12/Puss-in-Boots-Theatre-Royal-Winchester-Panto-2-800x533.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/12/Puss-in-Boots-Theatre-Royal-Winchester-Panto-2-1000x667.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/12/Puss-in-Boots-Theatre-Royal-Winchester-Panto-2-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Image: Stars of the<em> Puss in Boots</em> pantomine at Theatre Royal Winchester. </figcaption></figure>



<p>Get ready for a purr-fectly festive adventure as Colin and his clever cat encounter royals and rogues and have a few ridiculous scrapes along the way. Packed with original songs, jokes, live music and heaps of audience participation, this traditional family panto is a Winchester Christmas must. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-aladdin-thu-11-december-2025-sun-4-january-2026-the-anvil-basingstoke"><em><a href="https://www.anvilarts.org.uk/events/aladdin" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Aladdin</a></em>, Thu 11 December 2025 – Sun 4 January 2026, The Anvil, Basingstoke</h2>



<p>Rub the magic lamp and step into a dazzling adventure packed with festive fun. Starring James Mackenzie (<em>Raven</em>), Chris Pizzey (<em>The Basil Brush Show</em>) and Nic Gibney (<em>BGT</em>), this brand-new Basingstoke pantomime promises exotic escapades, hilarious slapstick and plenty of boo-worthy villains. <em>Tickets from £28.50.</em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-snow-white-fri-12-december-2025-sun-4-january-2026-new-theatre-royal-portsmouth"><em><a href="https://www.newtheatreroyal.com/whats-on/snowwhite25/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Snow White</a>,</em> Fri 12 December 2025 – Sun 4 January 2026, New Theatre Royal, Portsmouth</h2>



<p>Mirror, mirror on the wall… Pompey’s fairest panto of them all is coming. Expect laughter, music, and plenty of mischief as Julia Worsley, Harry Howle and <em>Mamma Mia: I Have a Dream </em>finalist Darcy James lead this brand-new in-house production. Tickets from New Theatre Royal.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-tink-a-festive-neverland-fairytale-sat-13-sun-28-december-2025-the-point-eastleigh"><em><a href="https://thepointeastleigh.co.uk/whats-on/tink-a-festive-neverland-fairytale" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tink! A Festive Neverland Fairytale</a></em>, Sat 13 – Sun 28 December 2025, The Point, Eastleigh</h2>


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<figure class="alignleft size-full is-resized"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1000" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/Peter-and-Wendy-TINK-The-Point-Eastleigh-2025.jpg" alt="Peter Pan and Wendy in Tink! A Festive Neverland Fairytale, Sat 13 – Sun 28 December 2025, The Point, Eastleigh Hampshire pantomime festive show theatre Christmas" class="wp-image-38948" style="aspect-ratio:1.5;width:640px;height:auto" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/Peter-and-Wendy-TINK-The-Point-Eastleigh-2025.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/Peter-and-Wendy-TINK-The-Point-Eastleigh-2025-800x533.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/Peter-and-Wendy-TINK-The-Point-Eastleigh-2025-1000x667.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/Peter-and-Wendy-TINK-The-Point-Eastleigh-2025-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Image: <em>Tink! A Festive Neverland Fairytale</em> at The Point, Eastleigh</figcaption></figure></div>


<p>Sprinkle a little fairy dust on your festive season with this brand-new musical adventure from The House of Many Moons. Join an older Tinkerbell as she looks back on her youth, sharing untold tales of Peter Pan, Wendy and those pesky pirates in a story of friendship and imagination. A magical must-see for the whole family. </p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-ballet-music-amp-dance">BALLET, MUSIC &amp; DANCE</h3>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-a-christmas-carol-thurs-11-december-2025-the-haymarket-basingstoke"><em><a href="https://www.anvilarts.org.uk/events/a-christmas-carol-ballet-theatre-uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">A Christmas Carol</a></em>, Thurs 11 December 2025, The Haymarket, Basingstoke</h2>



<p>A Victorian Christmas comes to Basingstoke as Ballet Theatre UK brings Dickens’ classic tale to life in glorious style. Expect swirling snowflakes, elegant choreography and a hauntingly beautiful score as Scrooge discovers the true spirit of the season. A gorgeously festive treat that’ll warm even the frostiest heart. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-spitfire-sisters-it-s-snowtime-tue-9-december-2025-theatre-royal-winchester"><a href="https://www.theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk/whats-on/spitfire-sisters-present-its-snowtime" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>The Spitfire Sisters – It’s Snowtime!</em>,</a> Tue 9 December 2025, Theatre Royal Winchester</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="947" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/spitfire-sisters-2025-christmas-show.jpg" alt="The Spitfire Sisters – It’s Snowtime!, Tue 9 December 2025, Theatre Royal Winchester Christmas shows pantomimes Hampshire" class="wp-image-38956" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/spitfire-sisters-2025-christmas-show.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/spitfire-sisters-2025-christmas-show-800x505.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/spitfire-sisters-2025-christmas-show-1000x631.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/spitfire-sisters-2025-christmas-show-768x485.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



<p>Local ladies The Spitfire Sisters are back with harmonies, fabulous outfits and a sparkling festive set. From classic Christmas tunes to original period-style numbers, this toe-tapping, swingin’ celebration of yuletide cheer will keep you singing all the way to New Year.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-london-concertante-christmas-at-the-movies-fri-15-november-2025-winchester-cathedral-nave"><em><a href="https://www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk/event/london-concertante-christmas-at-the-movies/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">London Concertante – Christmas at the Movies</a></em>, Fri 15 November 2025, Winchester Cathedral Nave</h2>



<p>Step into the atmospheric splendour of Winchester Cathedral as London Concertante brings the magic of Christmas films to life. From <em>Home Alone</em> to <em>White Christmas</em> and <em>Love Actually</em>, their chamber ensemble fills the vaulted nave with sparkling, heart-warming music that’ll immerse you in festive nostalgia.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-christmas-with-anton-du-beke-and-friends-mon-15-december-2025-kings-theatre-portsmouth"><em><a href="https://www.kingsportsmouth.co.uk/whatson-event/christmas-with-anton-du-beke-2/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Christmas with Anton Du Beke and Friends</a></em>, Mon 15 December 2025, Kings Theatre, Portsmouth</h2>



<p>Glitz, glamour and a sprinkle of <em>Strictly </em>magic. Anton Du Beke waltzes back to the stage with his live band, dazzling dancers, and the sensational Lance Ellington for a festive night of music, laughs, and toe-tapping Christmas hits. Think ballroom sparkle meets yuletide cheer – this is Christmas done fab-u-lously.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-a-fairytale-for-christmas-sun-23-november-2025-mayflower-theatre-southampton"><em><a href="https://www.mayflower.org.uk/whats-on/fairytale-for-christmas-2025/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">A Fairytale for Christmas</a></em>, Sun 23 November 2025, Mayflower Theatre, Southampton</h2>



<p>It’s Christmas with an Irish twist as <em>A Fairytale for Christmas</em> returns <em>–</em> bigger, bolder, and bursting with Celtic charm. From the producers of <em>Seven Drunken Nights – The Story of The Dubliners</em>, expect a foot-stomping festive celebration packed with live music, dancing, and all your seasonal favourites <em>– </em>from <em>Driving Home for Christmas</em> to <em>Fairytale of New York</em>. Think St Patrick’s Day meets Christmas Eve.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-step-into-christmas-tue-2-december-2025-the-anvil-basingstoke"><em><a href="https://www.anvilarts.org.uk/events/step-into-christmas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Step Into Christmas</a></em>, Tue 2 December 2025, The Anvil, Basingstoke</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1000" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/Step-Into-Christmas-Entertainers.jpg" alt="Step Into Christmas, Tue 2 December 2025, The Anvil, Basingstoke" class="wp-image-38955" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/Step-Into-Christmas-Entertainers.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/Step-Into-Christmas-Entertainers-800x533.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/Step-Into-Christmas-Entertainers-1000x667.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/Step-Into-Christmas-Entertainers-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Image: Step Into Christmas at The Anvil, Basingstoke</figcaption></figure>



<p>Get your glad rags on and sleigh your way into the season with this feel-good festive concert. Expect all your favourite Christmas classics, stunning vocals and a sensational live band. With sequins and big singalong energy it’s the ultimate festive night to crank up the Christmas spirit. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-tennessee-country-christmas-sat-20-december-2025-the-haymarket-basingstoke"><em><a href="https://www.anvilarts.org.uk/events/tennessee-country-christmas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tennessee Country Christmas</a></em>, Sat 20 December 2025, The Haymarket, Basingstoke</h2>



<p>Yeehaw, it’s Christmas country-style! Dust off your cowboy boots and get ready for a festive hoedown packed with hits from Dolly, Kenny, Patsy and more. With glittering Nashville vibes, dazzling costumes and toe-tapping tunes, this feel-good show will have you two-stepping straight into the holiday spirit. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-philharmonia-brass-mon-22-december-2025-the-haymarket-basingstoke"><em><a href="https://www.anvilarts.org.uk/events/philharmonia-brass" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Philharmonia Brass</a></em>, Mon 22 December 2025, The Haymarket, Basingstoke</h2>



<p>Get ready to brass up your Christmas with this sparkling concert from the Philharmonia’s top players. Expect carols, seasonal favourites and a few joyful surprises, all introduced by trombonist Philip White. Whether you’re full of festive cheer or feeling a bit Bah Humbug, this glittering evening is guaranteed to hit the right note.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-welsh-national-opera-orchestra-a-new-year-s-celebration-sun-11-january-2026-turner-sims-southampton"><em><a href="https://www.turnersims.co.uk/whats-on/welsh-national-opera-orchestra-3/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Welsh National Opera Orchestra: A New Year’s Celebration</a></em>, Sun 11 January 2026, Turner Sims, Southampton</h2>



<p>Raise a glass to the year ahead with WNO’s dazzling Viennese-style concert, brimming with waltzes, polkas and musical sparkle. Under the direction of David Adams, the orchestra sweeps you from Strauss to Dvořák in a joyful celebration of rhythm and romance. The perfect way to start your year on a high note.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-christmas-shows-for-kids">CHRISTMAS SHOWS FOR KIDS</h3>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-stick-man-tue-2-sat-6-december-2025-mayflower-theatre-southampton"><em><a href="https://www.mayflower.org.uk/whats-on/stick-man-2025/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Stick Man</a></em>, Tue 2 – Sat 6 December 2025, Mayflower Theatre, Southampton</h2>



<p>Run, tumble, fly… and maybe get a bit singed! Stick Man is back in town for a gloriously bonkers festive adventure, dodging playful dogs, swans with nesting ambitions and even a brush with fire. Freckle Productions serve up the classic Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler tale with puppetry, songs, live music and enough funky moves to get the whole family clapping along.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-tales-from-acorn-wood-at-christmas-wed-3-sun-7-december-2025-the-haymarket-basingstoke"><em><a href="https://www.anvilarts.org.uk/events/tales-from-acorn-wood-at-christmas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tales from Acorn Wood at Christmas</a></em>, Wed 3 – Sun 7 December 2025, The Haymarket, Basingstoke</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="844" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/Tales-from-Acorn-Wood-at-Christmas.jpg" alt="Tales from Acorn Wood at Christmas, Wed 3 – Sun 7 December 2025, The Haymarket, Basingstoke festive theatre" class="wp-image-38954" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/Tales-from-Acorn-Wood-at-Christmas.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/Tales-from-Acorn-Wood-at-Christmas-800x450.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/Tales-from-Acorn-Wood-at-Christmas-1000x563.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2025/11/Tales-from-Acorn-Wood-at-Christmas-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Image: <em>Tales from Acorn Wood</em> performed by Theatre Seven.</figcaption></figure>



<p>Step into the snowy world of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s beloved <em>Acorn Wood</em> for a heartwarming festive adventure. Join Squirrel, Fox, Rabbit and friends for songs, giggles and a sprinkle of Christmas magic in this charming puppet-packed show. Perfect for little ones (and grown-ups who still believe in snowmen). </p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-in-the-mood-for-more-find-more-festive-inspo-here">In the mood for more? Find more festive inspo here:</h2>



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<li><a href="https://hants.muddystilettos.co.uk/things-to-do/get-festive-what-to-book-now-for-christmas-around-hampshire/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Get festive! What to book now for Christmas around Hampshire</a></li>
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Best pantomimes and Christmas shows in Hampshire for 2025

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