Pantomime in Richmond
Despite being just outside of the hustle and bustle of central London, Richmond boasts a beautiful, exciting theatre. The historic theatre was first opened in 1899 and underwent a refurbishment in the early 1990s and has since been the home to many pantomimes over the years. With stunning scenery, beautiful costumes and laugh-out-loud comedy, you won’t want to miss a Richmond panto.
With the likes of Suzanne Shaw and Tim Vine appearing in previous panto casts, it’s easy to say that the cast is typically star-studded. If you’re looking for some light-hearted entertainment this Christmas, grab your tickets for the Richmond Theatre panto now!
How much are tickets for Cinderella?
Pantomimes in and around London typically have high demand, but despite Richmond only being a short journey from Central London, Cinderella ticket prices start at just £15! These are some of the most reasonable prices for pantomime tickets in London. There will also be signed, audio-described and relaxed performances, so everyone can enjoy the entertainment.
Richmond Theatre panto has concessions for seniors over 60 and children under 16 at selected performances. If you're buying a ticket for a child, please note that they must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or above. For an additional cost, you can also add extras to your panto ticket, including Ambassador Lounge access, alcoholic drinks and snack bundles. These are cheaper to buy in advance than on the day.
This panto is famously very popular, with lots of dates already selling some of the best seats fast. So tick tock... don't wait to book for your Christmas trip to the theatre!
Who is in the Cinderella cast?
The Richmond panto cast for 2025 is led by a trio of entertainment greats! Call The Midwife's Helen George stars as the Fairy Godmother, alongside West End and Broadway star Charlie Stemp (Mary Poppins, Crazy For You) as Buttons. And... I beg your pudding? They're also joined by the one and only Basil Brush as Baron Basil!
How long is Cinderella?
The Cinderella running time is to be confirmed, but it will be around 2 hours 30 minutes long, with a 20-minute interval.
What other pantomimes are in Richmond in 2025?
Not too far down the road in Kingston, the Rose Theatre will be putting on its own production of Cinderella, with a twist. Written by Olivier Award winner Chris Bush (Standing at the Sky’s Edge) and Roni Neale, this funny retelling is a refreshing spin on Cinders' story which emphasises the importance of family.