There's no better way to get into the festive spirit than a Christmas pantomime or show with the family.

A range of magical performances hit stage across Cumbria this winter and tickets are available from the respective venues now.

Rapunzel - Palladium Theatre, Millom

Tuesday November 22 to Saturday November 26</b>

See Millom Amateur Operatic Society present the tale of Rapunzel and her amazing hair. Will she ever manage to escape the lonely tower?

The Emperor and the Nightingale - Theatre by the Lake, Keswick

Saturday November 26 to Saturday January 14</b>

This joyful adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale is a feast for the senses. Watch as young emperor Wu and a peasant girl named Xiao embark on an exciting adventure.

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Cinderella - The Market Hall, Egremont

Tuesday December 6 to Sunday December 11</b>

Whitehaven Theatre Group brings this classic tale to the stage. Watch as Cinderella who dreams of dressing up and dancing deals with her wicked stepmother and mean older sisters. She might even meet her Prince Charming...


<b>Jack and the Beanstalk - The Sands Centre, Carlisle

Monday December 12 to Saturday December 31</b>

Packed with great songs, amazing dance routines and plenty of laughter, this classic tale gets a modern twist.

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Peter Pan - The Forum, Barrow

Tuesday December 13 to Friday December 30</b>

Follow the boy who refuses to grow up and his fairy sidekick Tinkerbell as they visit the nursery of Wendy, John & Michael Darling.

Santa and the Pirates - Coronation Hall, Ulverston

Thursday December 15</b>

Pirates, puppets, elves and festive songs that children will know and love, a lost Rudolph and Santa all at sea, will Christmas be able to go ahead this year?


<b>Secret Santa - Brewery Arts Centre, Kendal

Saturday December 17 to Saturday December 24</b>

Meet Holly, an ordinary eight year old girl from Kendal who thinks she knows a secret. A spellbinding seasonal story of friendship, childhood wonder and Reindeer-pigs.

Jack and the Beanstalk - Rheged Centre, Penrith

Thursday December 29 to Friday December 30</b>

Join Jack, as he goes on his quest to defeat Giant Blunderbore this festive season. A professional cast of actors combined with a musical soundtrack just adds to the magic.

Tickets for all shows are available from the respective venues