Christmas panto has become a beloved tradition across Scotland, with its 60th anniversary approaching this year. Plus, last year was a complete record-breaker, with Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs being a complete hit amongst the crowds. This Christmastime, The King’s Theatre is bringing the high-flying pantomime adventure, Peter Pan, with tens of thousands of tickets already sold.
As such, the show has been brought forward by a whole week by the world’s biggest pantomime production company Crossroads Pantomimes. Peter Pan The High-Flying Panto Adventure is now playing at the Glasgow King’s Theatre between November 23, 2024 and January 5, 2025, marking the 60th anniversary of pantomime productions on stage at The King’s.
The first Christmas pantomime production played at the Bath Street venue of The King’s Theatre in 1964: A Wish for Jamie. Since then, the venue’s annual festive show has played host to legendary Scottish, performers including Stanley Baxter, Gerard Kelly and more recently Elaine C Smith.
As usual, spectators at The King’s can expect the usual pantomime experience, which will feature spectacular special effects, stunning sets and costumes and laugh-out-loud comedy and entertainment for all the family.
What is more, much-loved pantomime legends are making a welcome return, with Elaine C Smith as Mrs Smee and Johnny Mac as Smee. This year’s diamond panto Peter Pan will include all the favourites from Neverland including Tinkerbell, Wendy, John, and Michael Darling.
Theatre Director of King’s Theatre, James Howarth, said: “We are thrilled to be celebrating 60 years of panto at The King’s this year, bringing Peter Pan to the stage with our partners at Crossroads. With an extra week of performances allowing us to welcome even more audiences through our doors, this diamond anniversary panto promises to be a sparkling occasion for all ages.”
Tickets are on sale now, and start from as little as £13. You can book them on The King’s Theatre website.