Our pick of the best pantos in Glasgow theatres this Christmas

It's that time of year again... oh yes it is! Full of theatrical magic and raucous mischief we bring you the very best of Glasgow city's pantomimes this festive season.

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Aladdin, King's Theatre

Join your favourite stars as they embark on a glittering adventure to find the magical lamp and see good triumph over evil, as only pantomime can. Starring comedy sensation Elaine C Smith as Mother Goose and panto favourite Johnny Mac as Aladdin, this is Aladdin as you’ve never seen it before, complete with mesmerising sets and costumes, genie-us effects, and all the boos, hisses, and laughter that panto audiences love. Curtain up Saturday 21st November - Sunday 3rd January 2027. King's Theatre, 297 Bath St, Glasgow G2 4JN, UK.
King's Theatre

Goldilocks and the Three Bonnie Bears, The Pavilion Theatre

Goldilocks and the Three Bonnie Bears is bringing the Pav panto mayhem from 26th November, starring funnyman Liam Dolan alongside a whole host of stage favourites, including Grado, Stephen Purdon, Scott Fletcher, Jack Jester, Jennifer Neil, Valissa Scott and Craig Glover. Join feisty heroine Goldilocks, the daughter of Gertie who runs the circus, as she stumbles upon a family of three bonnie bears, each with their own big personalities, bigger appetites, and even bigger hearts. However, the wicked ringmaster is threatening to ruin Gertie’s Circus and expand her own, so Goldilocks must team up with her furry friends to save the day. Running 26th November till 10th January, 2027. Pavilion Theatre, 121 Renfield St, Glasgow G2 3AX.
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The Snaw Queen, Tron Theatre

Written, directed by, and featuring Johnny McKnight, The Snaw Queen is a remount of an old Tron Panto favourite, and one that reunites him with his original Olive (the Other Reindeer), Julie Wilson Nimmo. Celebrating 40 years of the Tron panto, a broken magic mirror unleashes pure chaos and transforms Rudie The Red Nosed Reindeer into the terrifying Snaw Queen. No Rudie with his Red Nose? Then no Christmas presents can be delivered. Christmas now looks almost certain to be cancelled. Showing from Wednesday 18th November till Thursday 31st December. Tron Theatre, 63 Trongate, Glasgow G1 5HB.
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The Wonderful Wizard of Partick Cross, Òran Mór

It's blauin’ a hoolie in Kansasgrove and Dame Dotty and her prized pooch, Toaty, get caught up in the wather and are blown away to a magical, but slightly, scary land; Partick Cross. Our Dotty has to find to a wise Wizard with the help of a fearty Lion, a rusty bam of a Tinpot man, a thick as mince Scarecrow whilst battling the nasty Wicked Bitch of the West-End. Ticket's include their legendary pie and a pint. Running 24th November to 3rd January 2027. Òran Mór, Byres Road, Glasgow West End, G12 8QX.
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Cinderella, Citizens Theatre

Join the Citizens Theatre for a fun twist on the much-loved tale... full of theatrical magic and raucous mischief, Cinderella is festive treat that both adults and children will enjoy together. It’s nearly time for the Prince’s ball, but poor Cinderella is working her fingers to the bone in the cold and dark kitchens thanks to her cruel and greedy step-sisters’ nasty tricks. Luckily, Cinderella has some new friends, and a little magic, to help her get to the ball and win the heart of the Prince. Curtain up 28th November to 31st December. Citizens Theatre, 119 Gorbals Street, Glasgow South Side G5 9DS.
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Jack & The Beanstalk, SEC Centre

The Theatre School of Scotland will be returning to the SEC Lomond Auditorium once again, with a magical production of Jack & The Beanstalk. Creating performance opportunities for students 7+ shows range from full scale musical productions to acting and ensemble pieces. Showing from 16th to 24th December. Scottish Event Campus Exhibition Way, Glasgow West End G3 8YW.
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Snow White & The Seven Muppets, Cottiers