Pantomime in Stoke-on-Trent 2024

By Jim Dixon, Editor Updated: 09 October 2024

Stoke-on-Trent is no stranger to a pantomime, having hosted its first one in 1930. Since then, there has been a wealth of Christmas pantomime entertainment in the city for all of the family to enjoy. Stoke-on-Trent pantos are typically well-known fairytales, with past productions including Peter Pan, Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty. A panto usually includes audience participation and big-name stars, with previous performers such as Jonathan Wilkes, Christian Patterson, Joe Swash and more. If you’re looking for festive entertainment for the whole family, Stoke-on-Trent pantos are a few hours of magical fun!

Dick Whittington: The Pantomime Stoke-on-Trent

Dick Whittington - Regent Theatre

Join Dick Whittington and his magical cat on his journey to becoming the Lord Mayor. He has to fight the evil villain, King Rat, to free the city from his team of rodents and he may even find love at the same time. But, will he find the fortune and fame he's been looking for? Dick Whittington will take your family on an exhilarating journey, and isn’t a panto to be missed!

13 December 2024 - 5 January 2025.

from £13.00

Opens December 2024

Find Tickets

How much are tickets for Dick Whittington?

Dick Whittington ticket prices start from as little as £13, with top prices costing up to £106. Unfortunately, there are no concession prices for children and seniors, but there will be audio-described and signed performances so everyone can enjoy the entertainment.

At checkout, you’ll also be able to add extras to your booking, including Ambassador Lounge access, alcoholic drinks and snack bundles for an extra cost. These are usually at a discounted rate than what you would pay on the day of the show.

Dick Whittington Cast 2024

Stoke-on-Trent panto favourite Jonathan Wilkes returns to Regent Theatre for another year, this time starring as Dick Whittington. He is joined by celebrated pantomime dame Christian Patterson as Sarah the Cook, Kaid Owen (Torchwood; Hollyoaks) as dastardly King Rat, and West End stars Gina Murray and Samara Casteallo as Spirit of the Bells and Alice Fitzwarren.

How long is the Dick Whittington panto?

The Dick Whittington running time is to be confirmed, but will be up to 2 hours 30 minutes long, with a 20-minute interval.

All Christmas Shows Near Stoke-on-Trent in 2024

Stoke-on-Trent has nearly as much Christmas entertainment as it does pottery museums this year! So if you’re looking for a panto near you, browse below for our top picks in the area.

Aladdin - Mitchell Arts Centre

19 - 31 December. Set off on a magic carpet ride to Hanley for this local panto extraordinaire! The MAC’s trusty gang of pantomime favourites are back for another year, and this time they’re bringing Genies, enchanted lamps and treasures beyond your wildest dreams to the stage.

Jack and the Beanstalk - Gatehouse Theatre Stafford

6 December - 5 January. Fee-fi-fo-fum, travel just 30 minutes away by train for lots of fun! The Gatehouse’s annual pantomime transports theatregoers into Cloudland, where Jack is ready to fight a giant. Featuring a fantastic cast including Mark Rhodes (Sam and Mark).

The Three Musketeers - New Vic Theatre

15 November - 25 January. One of the most thrilling adventure stories of all time comes to the stage in Newcastle-under-Lyme, so grab tickets now for a swashbuckling Christmas adventure. This exciting show has it all: swordfights, quests, romance and comedy for all ages.