Pantomime in Manchester 2024

How much are tickets for Cinderella?

Cinderella ticket prices at Manchester Opera House start from £13 and there are no concessions available for children or seniors. Make sure you add a Babes In Arms voucher if you’re bringing a child under the age of 18 months as they can sit on your lap at no charge. Please keep in mind that a seat will not be allocated for your child if you decide to go ahead with this option.

You can add extras to your pantomime booking at an additional price. These include food and drink bundles, gin and tonic, prosecco and entry to the Ambassador Lounge, where you’ll receive a drink of your choice, savoury nibbles and an ice cream.

Cinderella Cast 2024

Comedian Jason Manford is back for his third Manchester panto season, starring in Cinderella as Prince Charming! This cheeky chappie has just as much charm in family-friendly festive entertainment as in his stand-up routines. He is joined by pantomime favourite Ben Nickless as Buttons - another familiar face for the city’s Christmas audiences!

The cast is rounded out by Myra DuBois as the Wicked Stepmother, Wendy Mae Brown as the kindly Fairy Godmother and Sarah Vaughan as Cinderella.

How long is the Cinderella pantomime?

The Cinderella running time is to be confirmed, but the Manchester panto is usually 2 hours 30 minutes long, with a 20-minute interval.

All Christmas Shows Near Manchester in 2024

Can’t get enough of the festive fun? There are more Christmas shows and pantomimes that you could possibly wish for in Manchester and Greater Manchester this year, including:

Cinderella - Salford Arts Theatre

1 - 31 December. Salford Arts Theatre is also putting on a production of the nation’s favourite panto. The venue is independently owned and has resident writers and directors, so you’ll be in for a fresh take on the classic panto. Theatregoers even get to take a snap with the cast once the pantomime has finished!

Sleeping Beauty - Stockport Plaza

6 December - 5 January. If you don’t mind travelling, the Plaza in Stockport will show their Sleeping Beauty production for families this Christmas. Join the hunt to awaken Sleeping Beauty from her forced slumber that can only be undone by her true love's first kiss.

Elf The Musical - Palace Theatre

12 - 17 November. Join Buddy the Elf as he journeys from the North Pole to New York City in this bubbly stage version of the film! Playing in Manchester just before the Christmas holidays, this is perfect for getting in the mood for mince pies, candy canes, stockings and presents under the tree.

Wicked - Palace Theatre

3 December - 12 January. Not in the mood for a panto? Take the family along to see West End hit Wicked in the city centre instead. This gravity-defying musical, inspired by the backstory of Wicked Witch of the West Elphaba, is packed with showstopper songs, incredible costumes, and a heavy sprinkling of magic. Book tickets to see it before you watch the film, and enjoy the magic of theatre this Christmas. Best for age 7+.

The Jungle Book - Bolton Octogan

22 November - 4 January. Swing into Christmas with this adventurous new show, based on the classic book. Can Mowgli learn the rules of the jungle and defeat terrifying Shere Khan? He can with a little help form his friends! Catchy songs, infectious humour and fun-filled storytelling make this a wild and exciting day out for families. Best for age 5+, babes in arms not permitted.

Miracle on 34th Street - HOME

6 - 31 December. Swap Manchester for bustling New York City in this dazzling festive show, based on the classic film. When a new department store runs into last-minute trouble, a kind old man steps in to save the day. But is he really Santa? And can one little girl make everyone believe in the spirit of Christmas? Featuring songs including “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas”. Best for age 8+.

I Wish - HOME

29 November - 8 December. Young children will be completely enchanted by this whimsical show, led by theatre maker and singer Le Gateau Chocolat as The Wish Maker. Taking inspiration from popular fairytales, come along on this adventure into a world of magic and music… Best for ages 3-7.

Tinderella - Hope Mill Theatre

4 - 23 December. If you want to enjoy adult pantomime in Manchester, Hope Mill Theatre is the top venue to visit. This small theatre in Aincoats introduces us to Tinderella - a social media whizz who’s secretly counting pennies. With jokes that will make you gag… with laughter and a cheeky but fun story, this one’s strictly for ages 16+.

Map of Christmas Shows and Pantomimes Near Manchester