Looking for the best festive theatre shows in the West Midlands? Well, you’re in luck! Before Santa’s elves dash off to the North Pole for their annual Christmas Eve shindig, they’ve whipped up a list just for you. First stop on our merry adventure is Theatre Severn in Shrewsbury, where from 1st December, you can catch Sleeping Beauty. It’s a pantomime so fun-packed that even your Christmas pudding will be jealous! Starring Gemma Sutton of Strictly Ballroom fame, it’s bound to be a cracker. SLEEPING BEAUTY at Theatre Severn
Next on the agenda is Dick Whittington at the Regent Theatre in Stoke-On-Trent, featuring Jonathan Wilkes. He’s on a quest for fame, fortune, and happiness as he aims to become Lord Mayor. But can he outsmart the dastardly King Rat and liberate the city from his army of repulsive rodents? And will true love triumph in this epic battle of man versus vermin? Grab your popcorn and find out in this ultimate magical pantomime adventure—it’s bound to be more thrilling than a cheese chase! Dick Whittington | December 2024 | Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke | ATG Tickets
In Lichfield at the Garrick Theatre, it’s time for Jack and the Beanstalk, featuring the town’s very own superstar Dame Sam Rabone, the ever-popular Ben Thornton, and Gill Jordan as a fairy who could make Tinkerbell jealous! I’m planning to grace this spectacle with my presence—so stay tuned for a review Jack and the Beanstalk | Lichfield Garrick Theatre
This one’s definitely not for the little ones, but over at the Core Theatre Solihull, Teena’s Tinsel Tease is in full swing. You simply can’t keep a mistress of chaotic fun like her down! Due to overwhelming demand—like a turkey on Christmas Day—Teena is back and rocking the Core Theatre Studio. And guess what? She’s brought Baubles along for the ride!
Prepare yourself for an utterly bonkers night (or afternoon) of merriment as TV and international sensation Miss Teena Bizkit serves up a massive Christmas entrée of delights. It’s going to be more festive than your nan’s sherry trifle! Teena’s Tinsel Tease
Prepare to have your socks knocked off at Warwick Hall by the Contemporary Choir! This 400-strong ensemble is like a musical Swiss army knife, tackling songs such gusto that even your grandma will be headbanging. Known for their jaw-dropping vocal arrangements and live music from the Jam Hot Showband that’ll make you question if you’ve accidentally wandered into a concert instead of a choir performance,
They’re bound to leave you feeling like you’ve just had a cup of tea with the Queen while riding a rollercoaster! The Contemporary Choir Christmas Concerts – Bridge House Theatre
Twelfth Night at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford Upon Avon: Picture this—our heroine survives a shipwreck and ends up on a mysterious shore. With her twin brother missing in action, she decides to dive into a new life of undercover matchmaking. As if things weren’t complicated enough, she finds herself tangled in a love triangle that’s more twisted than your nan’s knitting! Amidst all the romantic hullabaloo, she discovers that love is as unpredictable as British weather. What’s On and Book Tickets | Royal Shakespeare Company
The Birmingham rep theatre has A Christmas Carol on, you can see the review here. Mark Gatiss‘ acclaimed retelling of Dickens’ winter ghost story. So This Christmas, pop down to The Rep for a festive treat starring Matthew Cottle as Scrooge and Rufus Hound as Jacob Marley. It’s the perfect opportunity to see if Scrooge can finally crack a smile or if Marley’s ghostly chains are just his new bling! A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story | Birmingham Rep