Cinderella to enchant audiences at the Epstein Theatre this Christmas

Pantomime will make a highly anticipated return to the Epstein Theatre this Christmas, with the historic Liverpool venue inviting audiences into the enchanting world of Cinderella.

The five-star festive family production will run from Friday 5 December 2025 to Sunday 4 January 2026 at the Hanover Street theatre.

Presented by Regal Entertainments Ltd, the much-loved story of Cinderella promises a magical theatrical experience, featuring dazzling costumes and sets, lively choreography, and a memorable musical score certain to delight audiences of all ages.

The classic fairytale follows the story of a kind-hearted young woman who, forced into servitude by her two ugly stepsisters, finds her fortunes transformed when she receives an invitation to a royal ball. With the help of her loyal friend Buttons and a touch of magic, Cinderella becomes the belle of the ball — but must face the ticking clock at midnight.

The production will be directed by Chantelle Joseph, with choreography by Nazene Langfield and musical supervision from Callum Clarke. Casting will be announced in due course.

The Christmas pantomime forms part of the theatre’s inaugural autumn season, which will be formally launched with a Gala Night on Friday 19 September — coinciding with Brian Epstein’s birthday — and featuring local acts and celebrities.

The Epstein Theatre, a Grade II listed landmark, closed its doors in June 2023. It now enters a new chapter under a new management team, with an exciting programme of entertainment planned that reflects its century-long tradition as a hub for local talent, national touring productions, music, comedy, and pantomime.

Ahead of its reopening, the venue is undergoing a £1 million refurbishment. Extensive works include the installation of new lighting, sound, and stage cloths, upgrades to backstage areas, and the remodelling of the theatre’s bar.

Anthony Proctor, General Manager of the Epstein Theatre, said:

“I’m excited to be able to reveal the return of panto at the Epstein this Christmas – and not only that, but with a fantastic version of the greatest fairytale of them all too.”

“Regal Entertainments has a great reputation for staging high quality, award-winning productions, so our theatregoers are in for a real seasonal treat. Glass slippers may be optional, but I can guarantee that everyone, whether they’re five or 105, will definitely have a ball.”

Chantelle Joseph of Regal Entertainments Ltd added:

“I’m absolutely thrilled Regal Entertainments has been asked to produce the Christmas panto for the new management at the Epstein Theatre this December. I know from previously staging shows in the theatre’s beautiful, historic auditorium what a great space it is for creating a brilliant party atmosphere.”

“I can promise family audiences an enchanting experience this festive season, whether they are returning to the Epstein or discovering the theatre for the first time.”

For further information and ticket bookings, please visit the Epstein Theatre website.

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