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What's on in Glasgow's theatres this Christmas? You are spoiled for choice if you're looking for a pantomime or festive show in and around Glasgow this winter. Here are a list of the best pantos and Christmas productions playing on Glasgow's stages along with dates and prices. I've also included some great Scottish pantos and shows worth travelling out of town for. Glasgow Christmas pantomimes 2025 | What's On in Glasgow Theatres The King's Theatre, Glasgow: The Little Mermai

Welcome to Panto Town! Glasgow's leading theatres have come together to celebrate the city's 850th birthday by showcasing the much-loved tradition of Scottish pantomime. Johnny Mac, Catriona Faint & Stephen Purdon for the launch of Get You in Panto Town. Photo: Martin Shields Get You in Panto Town, Glasgow Glaswegians are being urged to embrace the unique spirit of the city’s pantomime with the launch of Get You in Panto Town – a celebration of the city’s beloved cultural p

Imagine Theatre proudly presents a spectacular lineup of family pantomimes across Scotland bursting with laughter, music, sparkle, and dance starring some of Scotland’s best-loved entertainers! Glasgow, Kilmarnock, Inverness and Kirkcaldy 2025 pantomime news Kicking off later this month, this year’s season promises the perfect mix of festive fun, unforgettable characters, and enchanting storytelling, with productions lighting up Glasgow, Inverness, Kirkcaldy, and Kilmarnock.

The cast has been announced for Beauty and the Beast; the Glasgow Citizens Theatre 's first Christmas production in the newly refurbished and reopened venue. It runs from 2 - 31 December 2025. Read more below. The Citizen Theatre Christmas 2025: Beauty and The Beast cast announced A celebration of being bold and gloriously yourself, this year’s Citizens Theatre production of Beauty and The Beast is a family-friendly and funny new take on the classic fairytale. Marking a jo

You’re never too old to believe in the magic of panto! Beacon Arts Centre 2025 panto: Sleeping Beauty The 2025 pantomime at Beacon Arts Centre will be Sleeping Beauty  - written by panto stalwart Alan McHugh  and directed by the award-winning Tony Cownie . The production runs from Thursday 4 December to Wednesday 31 December 2025, promising a spectacular, laughter-filled festive treat for all the family. Audiences will be transported into a fairytale world of magical castles,

The King's Theatre, Glasgow has today announced further casting for 2025 pantomime, The Little Mermaid. The Little Mermaid cast: L-R Darren Brownlie, Hannah Jarrett-Scott, Elaine C Smith, Johnny Mac, Jasmine Jules Andrews and Benjamin Lockhart Joining King's panto regulars Elaine C Smith , Johnny Mac and Darren Brownlie are Hannah Jarrett-Scott , Jasmine Jules Andrews and Benjamin Lockhart. The Little Mermaid plays at the King's Theatre Glasgow from Saturday 22 November 202

Glasgow Pavilion Theatre have teamed up with Wagamama for a show-stopping panto partnership offering audiences 20% off their food bill. Full details below. A giant offer to enhance your panto visit: The Pavilion Theatre, Glasgow and Wagamama have cooked up a giant-sized festive treat for you! This year, the Pavilion’s magical panto adventure Jock and the Beanstalk is proudly partnering with Wagamama (oh yes they are!) as headline sponsor. Big laughs, big bowls, and an even

The full cast and creative teams have been announced as Jack and the Beanstalk: A New Moooosical brings festive magic to Dundee Rep Theatre . In lieu of a pantomime this year Jonathan O’Neill and Isaac Savage’s new musical fairytale will delight Dundee audiences from 29 November to 30 December. The 10-strong cast will also feature the vocal talents of legendary actor Brian Cox as The Giant! Find out more below. Get ready for a giant adventure this winter as Dundee Rep Theat

The full cast and creatives have been announced for The Ayr Gaiety’s 2025 panto, Aladdie. Familiar faces and local favourites will be returning along with some Gaiety newcomers. Find the full details below. Aladdie: Ayr Gaiety panto 2025 cast and creatives Performing at Ayr Gaiety from 29th November 2025 – 4th January 2026. Ayr Gaiety Theatre is delighted to announce the cast and creatives of their 2025 pantomime, Aladdie – a Scottish spin on the traditional Aladdin story - f