Jon Fraser Named New Chairman of Worcester Theatres
Worcester Theatres has announced the appointment of Jon Fraser as its new Chairman. A lifelong supporter of theatre and the arts, Jon Fraser previously served on the management committee of…
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Applications Open for NT Connections 2026 Technical Theatre Programme at Swan Theatre
Worcester Theatres are proud to announce an exciting opportunity for 16–21-year-olds to develop skills and gain hands-on experience in the technical theatre industry through the NT Connections Technical Theatre Programme,…
National Theatre Connections Festival Returns to Worcester Theatres for 2026
Worcester Theatres are excited to announce that National Theatre Connections Festival is returning to the Swan Theatre this March and April for three days of inspiring theatre performances. NT Connections…
Worcester Theatres Launch ITCH! The Worcester Scratch
Worcester Theatres are delighted to announce ITCH! The Worcester Scratch, a series of scratch nights where creatives at any stage of their career can share work with a live audience…
Worcester Theatres Performance Hub BTEC Students to Stage The Animals as Part of National Theatre Connections 2026
Worcester Theatres Performance Hub BTEC students will take to the Swan Theatre stage this March with The Animals, a gripping play by South London–based British-Irish playwright and screenwriter Sean Buckley….
Worcester Repertory Company Announces New Summer Production of Jane Austen’s Northanger Abbey
Worcester Repertory Company is proud to announce that this year’s summer production at The Commandery in Worcester will be Jane Austen’s Northanger Abbey. Jane Austen’s joyful romance follows the naïve…
Love Worcester 2026 to bring exciting week of heritage events to the city
Worcester’s heritage venues are coming together to host a nine-day celebration of the historic city for all the family. As part of Love Worcester Heritage Festival, museums, churches and other…
The Story So Far: The First Three Months at Shire Stories
In October 2025, Worcester Theatres and Crave Arts launched Shire Stories, a new two-year literary department project designed to inspire and support local talent across the four counties of Gloucestershire,…
![WORCESTER THEATRES’ SLEEPING BEAUTY IS THE PERFECT FESTIVE AND FUN-FILLED FAMILY PANTOMIME DECEMBER 22, 2025 Worcester Theatres’ Sleeping Beauty pantomime has received dazzling reviews since its opening night on Friday 28 November 2025. Directed and written by Ian Good, who also stars as the charismatic Dame Nurse Dottie Dettol, this Sleeping Beauty pantomime from Worcester Repertory Company is a must-see for families in Worcestershire. Worcester Theatres have received incredible feedback from audiences and reviewers since the Sleeping Beauty pantomime began. Pauline Clark from Raring2go! said, “From the moment the curtain lifted, the audience were treated to a dazzling array of colourful costumes, feet-stamping hand-clapping tunes, and all the magic you would hope to find. This was THE best panto ever for fantastic audience participation.” Joe from Theatre and Tonic said, “All in all, what this show offers is good, traditional panto fun for all ages, and an excellent opportunity to support a local producing house which consistently punches above its weight in delivering high quality, high budget, professional theatre at affordable prices for all the family. You would have to go far to find another pantomime which is made with such care and commitment.” Tim Crow from Behind the Arras said, “In Worcester the charming story of Princess Beauty and her gallant Prince Hugo delighted the family audience with a colourful and lively show, full of light frivolity and energy. […] Once again Worcester Theatres have provided us with a festive and fun-filled family pantomime to provide humour and charm in an unsteady and troubled world.” John Phillpott from Showtime! With John Phillpott said, “Worcester is now in the grip of panto fever and so there’s only one place to go… and that’s down to the Swan where the Worcester Rep have once again turned the fun-ometer throttle up to max and then some. […] I enjoyed every single, mad minute of this year’s Swan panto. And you will too… oh yes, you will!” Charlotte Albutt from Worcester News said, “This panto had a distinctively local and topical flavour, from TikTok trends and political jokes to strong, independent women taking centre stage. […] This might be my favourite Worcester Theatres’ panto yet.” With just over two weeks left of the Sleeping Beauty pantomime, finishing on Sunday 4 January 2026, there’s still time to book your tickets and make this festive season truly magical for the whole family. With over 19,000 theatregoers enjoying the panto each year, it’s never too early to book your tickets—so don’t hit that snooze button! Book tickets on the Worcester Theatres website or by contacting Box Office on 01905 611427 –](https://www.whatsoninworcester.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/WT-Sleeping-Beauty-Carabosse-Princess-Beauty-260x146.jpg)
Worcester Theatres’ Sleeping Beauty Is The Perfect Festive and Fun-Filled Family Pantomime
SLEEPING BEAUTY IS THE PERFECT FESTIVE AND FUN-FILLED FAMILY PANTOMIME DECEMBER 22, 2025 Worcester Theatres’ Sleeping Beauty pantomime has received dazzling reviews since its opening night on Friday 28 November…
Christmas Makers’ Fair at Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum
The Christmas Makers’ Fair is coming to Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum on Friday 5 and Saturday 6 December, with an exciting range of craft makers from Worcestershire and…