London's most spectacular festive tradition is set to return in grand style, marking a remarkable milestone in the city's cultural calendar. The legendary London Palladium pantomime celebrates its tenth anniversary this winter, confirming its status as an unmissable Christmas institution.
A Decade of Dazzling Pantomime
This year's production of Sleeping Beauty runs from 6th December 2025 to 11th January 2026 at the iconic London Palladium. What makes this season particularly special is the celebration of ten consecutive years of Palladium pantomimes, an achievement that underscores the production's enduring popularity among London audiences.
The show has become such a fixture of the capital's festive season that it feels like it's been entertaining families forever. Much of this success stems from its winning formula, which maintains just enough familiarity each year while introducing fresh elements to delight returning visitors.
The Unforgettable Cast
As audiences have come to expect, the production once again centres around the inimitable Julian Clary, whose performance consistently steals the show. Clary masterfully portrays a series of characters that are all thinly-veiled versions of his fabulous self, delivering each line with impeccable timing and flair.
His signature style involves crafting virtuosically smutty innuendos that miraculously sail straight over the heads of primary school-aged children in the audience, ensuring laughter from adults while maintaining the family-friendly atmosphere that makes panto so beloved.
This anniversary production welcomes an exciting new addition to the cast: Catherine Tate joins the company in the role of Carabosse the Wicked Fairy. Tate's comedic genius and established popularity promise to bring an extra dimension of entertainment to this already stellar production.
Why This Panto Remains London's Favourite
The London Palladium pantomime has earned its reputation as the city's biggest and most glittering festive show through consistent delivery of high-quality entertainment. The combination of spectacular production values, top-tier talent, and traditional panto elements creates an experience that appeals across generations.
While maintaining the core elements that audiences adore, including the irresistible Julian Clary, each year brings just enough variation to keep the format fresh and exciting. The addition of Catherine Tate as this year's special guest star ensures that the tenth anniversary production will be particularly memorable.
Families looking for the ultimate Christmas theatre experience need look no further than this magnificent production of Sleeping Beauty at the London Palladium. With its perfect blend of tradition, comedy, and spectacle, it continues to set the standard for festive entertainment in the capital.
