Pantomime In Manchester
Mirror, mirror on the wall, this year's Manchester panto is the fairest of them all - Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. This glittering Christmas treat brings laughs, music, incredible special effects and the Wicked Queen's dastardly plotting to the Opera House Theatre.
Manchester’s pantomime tradition stretches all the way back to the late 1800s, and has been an annual fixture at the Opera House since the early 2000s, with stars including Warwick Davis, Les Dennis and even Torvill and Dean appearing in recent years. An afternoon of hilarious panto is the perfect accompaniment to a visit to Manchester's famous Christmas Markets, which stretch from Piccadilly Gardens and King Street all the way to Cathedral Square.
Manchester theatres
Frequently Asked Questions
The big Manchester panto for 2023 is Snow White & the Seven Dwards at the Manchester Opera House. The classic fairy tale about a beautiful young woman who is tricked by her jealous stepmother becomes a full-blown panto treat with big laughs, special effects, stunning costumes and a cast of cheery (and happy... and grumpy!) characters the whole family will love.
The Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs cast is to be announced, but is expected to include the usual panto mix of comedians, stars of the small screen and local talent.
The running time for this production has not been announced, but it is confirmed that it will include an interval. At other theatres, the Snow White running time is approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Snow White panto ticket prices in Manchester start at £13 and go up to £53. Many seats in the house also offer packages that include a drink from the bar, a bottle of water, a tub of crisps and an ice cream for an extra £15 on top of the ticket price. Concession prices for Seniors, Students, Under 16s and 16-25s are available at selected dates and children under 18 months can sit on your lap for free if you include a 'Babes-in-Arms' voucher when booking.