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Pantomime in Bristol 2024

Get in the mood for Christmas in Bristol with one of the best types of entertainment: pantomime! The city is no stranger to festive spirit, and after the Hippodrome Theatre was engulfed in a devastating fire in 1948, it was with a pantomime, Cinderella, that the venue reopened. Since then, this beloved festive extravaganza has shown no signs of slowing down and every year there are several pantomimes in Bristol for all tastes, ages and budgets.

Boasting stunning sets, audience participation and stories to enchant whether you are 7 or 70, book your tickets today for the best Bristol pantos and join the thousands of theatregoers who enjoy this Christmas tradition every year.
Goldilocks and the Three Bears: The Pantomime Bristol
Goldilocks and the Three Bears: The Pantomime Bristol

Goldilocks and the Three Bears - Bristol Hippodrome

Roll up, roll up! For four weeks only, audiences can enter the Big Top for Goldilocks and the Three Bears starring Brian Conley. Get ready for the greatest panto on earth as Goldilocks’ circus is threatened by an evil ringmaster! The annual panto is a tradition for the whole family to enjoy and this year's is just right: an extravaganza that provides all the laughs, beautiful costumes and "it's behind you!"s that fun-loving theatregoers could wish for.

7 December 2024 - 5 January 2025.
from £13.00
Opens December 2024

How much are tickets for Goldilocks and the Three Bears?

Ticket prices for Goldilocks at the Hippodrome start at £13 and go up to around £90. Concessions are available at selected performances for Early Bird groups of 6+, 16-25-year-olds, seniors aged 60+ and children under 16. You can save up to £10 per ticket with these concessions. If you are bringing a child under 18 months, select a Babes In Arms voucher at the checkout. They can sit on your lap for free if you have this voucher.

Several add-ons are available when you book to make your visit special, including the Family Christmas Cracker, which is £50, and the Children's Christmas Cracker, which is £10. These bundles have drinks - including alcoholic options for adults - ice cream and popcorn at an exclusive price if you buy them before you attend the theatre.

The Goldilocks and the Three Bears Cast 2024

Promotional image of Brian Conley and the cast of Goldilocks and the Three Bears at Bristol Hippodrome

Comedian, actor and panto legend Brian Conley stars as the Ringmaster in Goldilocks and the Three Bears this year. Conley has been entertaining crowds at pantomimes across the UK since the 1970s, and he’ll have the whole family in fits of laughter with his cheeky charm and perfect comic timing.

Conley is joined by his daughter, Lucy Conley, as Goldilocks and popular dame David Robbins as Dame Betty Barnum.

How long is Goldilocks and the Three Bears?

The Goldilocks and the Three Bears running time is to be confirmed. The Bristol pantomime is usually around 2 hours 30 minutes, including a 20-minute interval.

All Christmas Shows Near Bristol in 2024

Wondering what other Christmas shows and pantos are on near you this year? Bristol is positively brimming with family-friendly entertainment, so whether you're looking for traditional ballet or brand-new plays, you'll be able to find something to keep everyone - even the Scrooge of the family - happy.

The Little Mermaid - Bristol Old Vic

5 December - 11 January. Bristol Old Vic is getting into the spirit of the season with another major Christmas production! Featuring songs, music and an engaging modern take on the classic fairy tale, this is perfect for ages 7+.

Little Red (& Other Winter Tales) - Bristol Old Vic

6 December - 12 January. Younger children will love this musical retelling of Little Red Riding Hood, The Red Shoes and The Little Match Girl, which features music, storytelling and dance. Best for age 3+.

Jack and the Beanstalk - Redgrave Theatre

11 December - 5 January. Jack and the Beanstalk at Redgrave Theatre is another fantastic option for family entertainment this Christmas. The co-production with Polka Dot Pantomimes is gigantic fun as Jack climbs up to Cloudland to save Daisy the Cow!

The Nutcracker - Redgrave Theatre

4 - 5 December. Ballet Theatre UK’s mesmerising production of this classic ballet is quintessential Christmas entertainment for families. Best for age 3+.

The Snow Baby / Santa & Sven - Wardrobe Theatre

On 2 December, visit Santa and his reindeer Sven in a charming interactive show, or from 20 - 30 December enjoy a magical hour of puppetry and music for ages 3 - 8. This double bill of festive shows is perfect if you're looking for local Christmas shows for toddlers, with free tickets available for kids aged 2 and under.

Hansel & Gretel - Tobacco Factory Theatres

28 November - 12 January. Follow the breadcrumbs into a dark and twisting fairy tale with a very sweet heart. Tobacco Factory’s Christmas production is a real gem for Bristol families. Best for age 5+.

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs - Theatre Royal Bath

12 December - 12 January. If you don’t mind travelling to see a pantomime in Bath, this is a fantastic family day out. Full of panto magic, audience participation and the all-important panto dame, Snow White is led by local favourite Jon Monie and really is one of the fairest pantos of them all!

Map of Christmas Shows and Pantomimes Near Bristol

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