Following the sensational success of last year’s festive hit Beauty and the Beast, a dazzling new pantomime production is ready to sprinkle its magic across Fairfield Halls’ stage.
This Christmas, audiences are invited to lose themselves in a fairy-tale favourite as Cinderella sweeps into Croydon from Friday 11 December 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027. Expect a festive spectacular packed with show-stopping costumes, breathtaking sets and all the glitter, laughter and magic that panto fans love.
Returning by popular demand after stealing the show last year, Charlie Guest is back at Fairfield Halls with even more side-splitting comedy, mischievous mayhem and laugh-out-loud moments. With his trademark wit and infectious energy, audiences can expect non-stop fun for the whole family in what promises to be the ultimate festive treat.
Charlie Guest said:
“I’m thrilled to be returning to Croydon for my fourth consecutive year. The audience at Fairfield Halls always brings so much energy! It’s like a home from home over the festive season. Let the pantomime madness begin!”
Charlie will bring an endearing and loveable portrayal to Fairfield Hall’s stage as ‘Buttons’, Cinderella’s best friend. Expect outrageous outfits, traditional festive mischief, and laugh-out-loud moments for audiences of all ages.
Produced by UK Productions Ltd, the acclaimed team behind many of the most spectacular pantomimes, this production is written by award-winning writer Jon Monie. Cinderella combines all the traditions of panto – romance, villains, heroes, and heart – with a dazzling modern staging that pushes the boundaries of festive family entertainment.
On behalf of UK Productions Ltd, Martin Dodd said:
“We’re absolutely thrilled to be welcoming the brilliant Charlie Guest back to Croydon for another hilarious panto season. This time, he’ll be bringing his boundless energy and cheeky charm to Fairfield Halls as the lovable Buttons! He’s guaranteed to have audiences laughing, cheering, and maybe even shedding a tear. Don’t hang about, zip along and grab your tickets before the clock strikes midnight to get the best seats in the house!”
Fairfield Halls is owned by Croydon Council and operated in partnership with registered charity and social enterprise BH Live.
On behalf of BH Live, Steve Turner, Director of Venues, shared;
“We’re delighted to welcome Cinderella to Fairfield Halls. Pantomime is such a treasured festive tradition, and this production promises everything our audiences love: spectacular staging, brilliant comedy and unforgettable family entertainment.
“Working alongside UK Productions Ltd and Croydon Council, we’re proud to bring another magical season to the heart of Croydon and can’t wait to welcome audiences through our doors for a truly special festive season at Fairfield Halls.”
From boo-worthy baddies to belly laughs and moments of pure enchantment, Cinderella is the perfect festive escape, promising pure magic for families, friends, and fairytale fans of all ages.
Tickets are on sale now at fairfield.co.uk.
This year’s booking highlights include:
- Performances from Friday 11 December 2026 – Sunday 3 January 2027
- Accessible captioned performance on Monday 21 December 2026 – open to all
- A relaxed performance on Wednesday 30 December 2026, open to everyone and great for those who prefer a gentler panto experience.
- Ice creams for school groups of 50+ plus a limited number of funded tickets for pupils on low income, thanks to the generosity of previous panto audiences (T&Cs apply).
- Group rates available 6+, 20+ and 50+ (T&Cs apply).
- School and young people’s concessions for under 16s on selected performances (T&Cs apply) – Friday 11 December (10:30am and 7pm), Sunday 13 December (11am), Tuesday 15 December (10:00am and 1:30pm), Wednesday 16 December (10:00am and 1:30pm), Sunday 3 January 2027 (3pm).
- School performances available.
For group bookings or school visits (including subsidised tickets for eligible schools) contact: groupsales@bhlive.org.uk
More information about Fairfield Halls is online at fairfield.co.uk.
More information about UK Productions Ltd is at ukproductions.co.uk.
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Notes to Editors:
For more information about BH Live please contact:
Daisy Saunders, PR & Communications Executive
E: press.office@bhlive.org.uk
About BH Live
Champions of community engagement, health and wellness across Dorset, Hampshire, and London.
BH Live, a registered charity and social enterprise, is a leading operator of sports and leisure centres, theatres, and event venues.
BH Live (Enterprises) Limited is a wholly owned trading subsidiary of the parent organisation, established to manage the non-charitable activities, primarily relating to Conferences and Exhibitions.
Our vision is to create sustainable and inspiring opportunities, deliver great experiences for our communities, and improve health and well-being.
With a strong commitment to accessibility and community engagement, BH Live continues to enhance the quality of people’s lives, health and wellbeing in the communities it serves.
BH Live was established in 2010. Local authority partners include BCP Council, Portsmouth City Council, Croydon Council, and Southampton City Council.
We are at the heart of the UK’s growing social economy. Together with our partners we are helping to change lives and make a positive impact in the community.
For more visit bhlive.org.uk.
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BH Live is a leisure and cultural trust, established in 2010 as a ‘non profit distributing organisation’ (NPDO) for public benefit to promote participation in leisure and cultural events. BH Live is a Company Limited by Guarantee and Registered Charity. Charity No: 1138311. Company No: 07092112. VAT Reg No: 108 2248 37. BH Live (Enterprises) Ltd, is a Private Company Limited by Shares and a wholly owned subsidiary of BH Live. Company No: 07175626. VAT Reg No: 108 2248 37. Registered Office: Bournemouth International Centre, Exeter Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5BH. Registered in England and Wales.
About Fairfield Halls, Croydon
Fairfield Halls is managed by BH Live, a registered charity and social enterprise, in partnership with Croydon Council.
BH Live (Enterprises) Limited is a wholly owned trading subsidiary of the parent organisation, BH Live. It has been established to manage the non-charitable activities, primarily relating to Conferences and Exhibitions.
With a long and distinguished history, Fairfield Halls sits in the heart of Croydon.
Spaces inside the venue include its 809-seat Ashcroft Theatre, the world-class 1,802-seat Concert Hall, and The Recreational a 750-capacity standing live music venue. Additional space is available in the adjoining Cube Studio.
As well as the main auditoriums, there are additional spaces and rooms that regularly accommodate local business events, conferences, exhibitions, meetings, consumer-led events, and attractions such as family gatherings and celebrations.
Companies in residence at Fairfield Halls include Talawa, and London Mozart Players.
Following a major refurbishment in 2019, the venue’s opening seasons included an eclectic mix of theatre, music, comedy, performance, dance and family entertainment including an annual festive pantomime.
The Terrace Bistro offers pre-show dining with drinks and light-bites.
Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother opened Fairfield Halls on Friday 2 November 1962. The inaugural concert in the Concert Hall was performed by the BBC Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Sir Malcolm Sargent, with renowned soloist Yehudi Menuhin also performing.
The Ashcroft Theatre was opened on 5 November by Croydon-born Dame Peggy Ashcroft, with the opening ceremony including a monologue by Sir John Betjeman called
‘Local Girl Made Good’. The first play performed was Royal Gambit, starring Dulcie Gray.
The Arnhem Foyer is named after Croydon’s twin-town of Arnhem in the Netherlands.
Buy tickets
- See what’s on and buy tickets online at fairfield.co.uk
- Buy tickets by phone 0300 500 0595
- In person from box office at Fairfield Halls – see website for opening times.
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Address: Fairfield Halls, Park Lane, Croydon, CR9 1DG, LONDON
BH Live is a leisure and cultural trust, established in 2010 as a ‘non profit distributing organisation’ (NPDO) for public benefit to promote participation in leisure and cultural events. BH Live is a Company Limited by Guarantee and Registered Charity. Charity No: 1138311. Company No: 07092112. VAT Reg No: 108 2248 37. BH Live (Enterprises) Ltd, is a Private Company Limited by Shares and a wholly owned subsidiary of BH Live. Company No: 07175626. VAT Reg No: 108 2248 37. Registered Office: Bournemouth International Centre, Exeter Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5BH. Registered in England and Wales
About UK Productions:
Established in 1995, UK Productions is responsible for over 200 musical and drama productions nationally, internationally, in the West End and on Broadway.
Producing credits include The Beekeeper of Aleppo, The Kite Runner, Legally Blonde – the Musical, 42nd Street, Oklahoma!, Singin’ in the Rain, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, South Pacific, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Jekyll & Hyde – the Musical, Carousel, Fiddler on the Roof, Murdered to Death, Anything Goes, The Pirates of Penzance, and Barnum.
They are also renowned pantomime producers and have productions the length and breadth of the country. During Christmas 2026/27 they will have 11 productions in number 1 theatres.
The company operate a busy set and costume production and hire business, supplying musicals, plays and pantomime sets, props and costumes to commercial and amateur producers nationally and internationally.