Potted Panto London 2026

This Christmas, Potted Panto, London's longest-running pantomime, comes back for a fourth run due to popular demand at the Apollo Theatre. It's seven times merrier as this Olivier Award-nominated show brings to the stage a compilation of seven beloved festive pantomimes, all in just 70 minutes.

It's the perfect occasion to see a pantomime show in London this season, delighting children and parents alike. Be sure to book in advance as the show is set to wow audiences for a strictly limited four-week run.

What is Potted Panto about?

Christmas wouldn't be the same without the sacred tradition of pantomime in London, and what's better than seven pantomimes all in one show? Returning for just four weeks, Potted Panto delights toddlers, teenagers and older generations alike. All you need to know about Potted Panto is that it's a hilarious show combining beloved fairy tales with slapstick humour and questionable jokes that will have you giggling from the edge of your seat!

Take a madcap ride through some of the greatest and most beloved pantomime stories. Help Cinderella find her glass slipper, join Aladdin and the Genie on an extravaganza of adventures, walk the golden streets of London with Dick Whittington, and find a prince for Sleeping Beauty. 

The show also includes Jack and the Beanstalk, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, and A Christmas Carol. Expect a series of eccentric plots with out-of-character heroes, cross-dressing and sing-alongs that will delight all generations. 

Why is Potted Panto a must-see this season?

If there's one pantomime show in London you want to keep an eye on, it's this one, as it combines hilarious puns with a festive celebration of classic fairy tales with a twist.

Watch the two lead actors' antics on stage as they switch between multiple characters, entertaining the audience with plenty of mischief and banter. Expect 70 minutes of uproarious chaos, blending rehearsed scripts and the occasional bit of improv.

The Potted Panto 2026 cast

Potted Panto has seen a number of revivals over the years and returned to London several times. Performers and writers Daniel Clarkson and Jefferson Turner launched the now-famous pantomime at the Vaudeville Theatre in 2010, and now they're back in the lead roles in 2026 for another season in London's West End.

Known as "Dan and Jeff", the iconic duo have also wowed audiences with other shows including Potted Potter (nominated for an Olivier Award in 2012) and Potted Pirates, which enjoyed sold-out seasons in London's West End, followed by international tours.

How to get tickets for Potted Panto?

For Potted Panto London tickets, book online with Visit London. View a seating plan to pick where to sit and watch this smash-hit musical. Ticket prices can be seen when viewing the seating map.

This stellar Christmas extravaganza is running exclusively in London from 6 December 2026 until 3 January 2027, so make sure to secure your tickets in advance. 

How long is the Potted Panto show?

The pantomime is 70 minutes long and does not include an interval.

At what time is Potted Panto showing?

Evening performances take place on Mondays at 7pm, Sundays at 7.30pm, and matinees are scheduled on Fridays at 2pm.

The schedule varies slightly in the week leading to Christmas, so make sure to check performance times when making your booking.

Potted Panto at the Apollo Theatre – venue details

Potted Panto is playing at the Apollo Theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue.

How to get there:

• Tube – The closest Tube station is Piccadilly Circus (Piccadilly and Bakerloo lines). 
• Bus – A few buses (lines 14, N19 and N38) stop by Trocadeo/Haymarket, located a few steps away from the theatre.
• Cycling – Rent a Santander bike and take the direction of Frith Street in Soho, where you will find a docking station. 

Is Potted Panto suitable for children?

Potted Panto is recommended for anyone aged six and over.