The countdown is on! In just one month, Bournemouth Pavilion will be filled with laughter, magic, and mayhem as this year’s spectacular family pantomime, Cinderella, takes centre stage – and you’re invited!

Running from Friday 11 December 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027, this magical Christmas treat stars Lee Latchford-Evans from pop group sensation Steps as Prince Charming; EastEnders star Sharon Ballard as the Fairy Godmother; Croydon panto favourite Charlie Guest as Buttons; comedy duo Luke Attwood and Brandon Nicholson as Melody and Harmony Hard-Up; panto star Rachel Grundy as Cinderella; and Chris Fearn as Dandini

Get ready for a show packed with all the traditional pantomime fun – dazzling costumes, show-stopping songs, hilarious comedy, and plenty of audience participation. This year’s production promises to be bigger and better than ever, with a talented cast of stars and familiar faces bringing the beloved story of Cinderella to life.

Audiences are already showing huge excitement for this year’s show, with thousands of tickets already sold, and many taking advantage of the great value Friends and Family Saver ticket and other concessions. Early booking is strongly advised to get the best available seats in the house for the view you don’t want to miss. So, gather your friends, your family, and your festive spirit, and get your tickets!

Together, the cast will deliver the enchanting story of Cinderella with traditional panto mischief, much-loved characters and Christmas spirit at its heart - a chance for families and friends to share the fun in their own way.

From boo-worthy baddies to belly laughs and moments of pure enchantment, Cinderella is the perfect festive escape, promising pure magic for families, friends, and fairytale fans of all ages. Tickets are on sale now at fairfield.co.uk.

This year’s booking highlights include:

• Performances from Friday 11 December 2026 – Sunday 3 January 2027
• Accessible captioned performance on Monday 21 December 2026 – open to all
• A relaxed performance on Wednesday 30 December 2026, open to everyone and great for those who prefer a gentler panto experience – view our online
  Relaxed Panto Performance Guide.
• Ice creams for school groups of 50+ plus a limited number of funded tickets for pupils on low income, thanks to the generosity of previous panto audiences (T&Cs apply).
• Group rates available (6+, 20+, 50+) (T&Cs apply).
• School and young people’s concessions for under 16s on selected performances (T&Cs apply) - Friday 11 December (10:30am and 7pm), Sunday 13 December (11am), Tuesday 15 December (10:00am and 1:30pm), Wednesday 16 December (10:00am and 1:30pm), Sunday 3 January 2027 (3pm).
• School performances available.

For group bookings or school visits (including subsidised tickets for eligible schools) contact: [email protected]

More information about Fairfield Halls can be found online at fairfield.co.uk.

More information about UK Productions Ltd can be found online at ukproductions.co.uk.

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Notes to Editors:

View our Cinderella pantomime media pack at fairfield.co.uk/cinderella-media-pack.