Theatre

Anvil Arts

Box Office: 01256 844244 www.anvilarts.org.uk Thursday 9th December – Sunday 2nd January BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

Strictly Come Dancing champion, Joe McFadden stars as The Beast/ Prince. Best-known for his roles in Heartbeat and Holby City, Joe is appearing in his first Anvil panto. He is joined by Basil Brush’s Mr Stephen Chris Pizzey who returns for more gags and silliness as Louis la Plonk.

Arlington Arts Centre

Mary Hare School, Newbury www.arlington-arts.com T: 01635 244246 Saturday 5th December JACK FROST

A magical, wintery production brings Jack Frost to life through puppetry, music and enchanting storytelling. Ages 3+.

Friday 17th – Sunday 19th December BALLET THEATRE UK: THE SNOW QUEEN

Join Ballet Theatre UK in their beautiful re-telling of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy tale ballet, The Snow Queen. This spectacular production follows the story of Gerda and her quest to find her friend Kay, whom the Snow Queen has placed under an evil spell.

Tuesday 18th February POP DIVAS LIVE

Get ready for the best songs, as four talented performers bring you up close and personal with the greatest female pop performers of today.

Braywick Leisure Centre

Maidenhead, SL6 1BN Saturday 18th – Friday 24th December ALADDIN

Join in the fun at the Braywick Leisure Centre in the Baylis Theatre between 18th –24th December and get ready to roar with laughter as you cheer on Aladdin as he journeys on an adventure of a lifetime. Expect flying carpets, a wish- granting genie and a lamp-full of laughs! www.maidenheadpanto.co.uk

Monday 20th – Tuesday 21st December THE SANTA SHOW

It’s Christmas Eve at the North Pole and the elves are making final preparations to Santa’s sleigh when disaster strikes! Santa’s computer has crashed and he needs your help to resolve the problem before Christmas gets cancelled. Will the children be able to help Santa save the day? Suitable for ages 2+, this interactive show includes songs, stories and a gift for every child. www.dk-pro.co.uk/santashow or 0333 666 3366

Corn Exchange Newbury

cornexchangenew.com Friday 26th November – 2nd January CINDERELLA

A fresh take on the classic rags-to-riches tale! Warning - be prepared to lose your glass slippers from laughing so hard!

Saturday 4th December FESTIVE CLAY DECORATION MAKING

Join resident artist Cáit Gould to make your own hanging ornamental decorations from clay.

Norden Farm Centre

Maidenhead www.norden.farm

Tuesday 30th November – Thursday 30th December KIPPER’S SNOWY DAY

Join this magical world of puppets and mischief, filled with original songs and music. This warm-hearted Christmas show is perfect for children and their families.

Tuesday 22nd – Wednesday 23rd February THE ELVES AND THE SHOEMAKER

Elvis Schumacher, cobbler and craftsman, has worked all his life creating the most beautiful footwear. But now he’s hit hard times... Everyone’s buying boring shoes from the evil businessman, Bunyan Sole-less. Time is running out for Elvis. With one piece of leather left and Bunyan’s factory growing, can anyone help him?

Oakwood Centre

Headley Road, Woodley T: 07863 734 830 www.berzerkproductions.com/ box-office-and-events

Thursday 16th – Sunday 19th December BERZERK PRODUCTIONS: ELF JR

Based on the much-loved Christmas film, this hilarious fish-out-of-water comedy follows Buddy the Elf in his quest to find his true identity.

Reading Arts

www.whatsonreading.com Friday 3rd – Friday 24th December THE SNOW QUEEN

A new play written by Anna Wheatley Based on the original story by Hans Christian Andersen. Ages 8+.

Friday 3rd – Friday 31st December A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Ebenezer Scrooge is having a miserable Christmas, but with a little help from Christmas Past, Present and Future, will he be able to see the festive joy after all? Enjoy the whimsy and wonder of this festive production for the whole family.

Saturday 4th December – Monday 3rd January BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

The Hexagon’s spectacular family pantomime, Beauty and the Beast with children’s television megastar Justin Fletcher alongside Reading’s favourite Dame - Paul Morse.

Saturday 26th February ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA-NOISY KIDS

This out-of-this-world concert for the whole family is packed full of music inspired by space, from thrilling classics to film music favourites. Back in Reading by popular demand, Noisy Kids concerts are fun and accessible, designed for families to discover their new, favourite orchestral music.

South Hill Park

Bracknell www.southhillpark.org.uk Friday 26th November – Monday 3rd January CINDERELLA – 2021 CHRISTMAS PANTO

Cinderella must go to the ball and meet her prince – but what evil tricks will the wicked step sisters play to stop Cinders finding her happy ever after? So no ‘ifs’ or ‘Buttons’, join us for a 2021 festive season filled with fabulous fun, colourful characters, slapstick comedy, enchantment and all the creative sparkle you’ve come to love in this Great British pantomime favourite.

Thursday 3rd – Saturday 5th February HAIRSPRAY

In 1960s Baltimore, dance-loving teen Tracy Turnblad (Nikki Blonsky) auditions for a spot on “The Corny Collins Show” and wins. She becomes an overnight celebrity, a trendsetter in dance, fun and fashion. Perhaps her new status as a teen sensation is enough to topple Corny’s reigning dance queen and bring racial integration to the show. A great musical for all the family.

The Watermill Theatre

Bagnor, Newbury Box office: 01635 46044 www.watermill.org.uk Thursday 18th November – Friday 31st December THE JUNGLE BOOK

A wild and captivating musical adaptation of Rudyard Kipling’s classic tale full of warmth, laughter and wonder. Join Mowgli, Baloo, Bagheera, Kaa, King Louie and more as The Watermill Theatre is transformed into the Indian jungle for the adventure of a lifetime. Take your little monkeys in their pyjamas so that they’re ready for sleep after a wild, theatrical bedtime story during 5pm shows from 19th December.

18 November to 31 December 2021

From 19 December