Cambridge Pantomime

Christmas is fast approaching and what better way to get you into the festive spirit than a pantomime. So why not experience the joy of Panto, with a theatre production for all the family!

ADC Theatre Panto

To start this christmas season off with a bang, the ADC theatre is showcasing their take on Rapunzel. Join their journey to a land where art has been banned and all the Dames have been banished, and help them bring their kingdom back to life. With performances running from the 24th of November to the 4th of December, begin your Christmas build up with a celebration of individuality and self love by Cambridge University Amateur Dramatic Club and Cambridge Footlights. Visit their website to book your tickets for the first panto of the season.

Cambridge Arts Theatre Pantomime

Another pantomime production that is happening in Cambridge this year is the Cambridge Arts Theatre performance of Aladdin. This panto will bring you some Disney Christmas magic from the 2nd of December to the 9th of January when you have the opportunity to see the Disney movie come to life. With sing-along-songs that your children will adore and a hint of comedy for everyone, what more could you ask for?

Aladdin is a story suitable for all ages, from singing to dancing, to sparkly costumes and side-splitting jokes for the whole family to enjoy. Why not join Aladdin on his red carpet ride and follow his adventures this Christmas. The Cambridge Arts Theatre will be running two performances a day, one in the morning and one in the evening with accessible performances taken place sporadically throughout the season, see below for more details;

• Audio Described Performance on Sunday 5th December at 1:00PM
• Relaxed Performance on Saturday 11th December at 11:00AM
• Captioned Performance on Saturday 8th December at 5:00PM
• BSL Interpreted Performance on Saturday 8th December at 5:00PM

With a whole month of performances there really is no excuse to miss their take on Aladdin, so head on over to their website and book your tickets now!

Town & Gown Christmas Productions

If you’re wanting something a little more Christmassy for your advent countdown then you might want to take a visit to Town and Gown. Town and Gown is a unique treasure to Cambridge combining both a Pub/eatery and Theatre. With a downstairs area suited for guests to grab a bite to eat and a beautiful upstairs theatre, there really is no place quite like it. 

This year they are performing the Miracle On 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play. This production see’s a department store Santa claiming that he is the real Kris Kringle. His case is taken all the way to the Supreme Court and a little girl’s belief makes the difference in the ‘miracle.’ With some sing-along Christman carols, this all time favourite Christmas movie makeover will get you in the festive spirit. The production is running from the 2nd of December all the way up until Christmas Eve so head on over and book your tickets now.

Or if you’re looking for things to do just after Christmas, but before the kids go back to school then you may be interested in Father Frost. This performance is a musical fairy tale about a girl and her dog making an unexpected friend. Father Frost has been described as heartwarming and fun for all the family, so if you’re interested in a Russian fairy tale why not check it out at Town and Gown this winter season? 

Cambridge Punting

If you are taking a trip to the pantomime this year in Cambridge, then you could make it a day of festivities by adding on a winter punting tour before your panto experience. Choose either a Private Punting or Shared Punting Tour to see the beauty of Cambridge in the frost or snow if we are lucky. A relaxing 50 minute chauffeured journey along the college backs, with a hot chocolate or mulled wine in hand will top off your visit to Cambridge this Christmas season. We even have a Christmas scavenger hunt and punt this year for the entire family to enjoy which could potentially turn into one of your Christmas traditions that you come and experience year upon year.

With hours of fun to be had in Cambridge this year, make sure your advent count down is full of festive activities, so your run up to Christmas Day is full of memories your family will share forever.