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Bournemouth Pavilion’s pantomime returns with sparkling local and national talent

December 4, 2025

Bournemouth Pavilion’s annual pantomime returns this festive season with a dazzling new production of Cinderella, running from Saturday 6 December 2025 to Sunday 4 January 2026. Produced by the panto powerhouses UK Productions Ltd and choreographed by David Allwood, this year’s show shines an extra spotlight on local talent, with dancers from the Bournemouth area […]

Peek behind Fairfield Halls’ panto curtain: spotlight on Jon Harris, Head of Scenic Presentation at UK Productions

December 4, 2025

For more than five years, Fairfield Halls has partnered with UK Productions Ltd – the panto powerhouses behind some of the nation’s most dazzling theatrical spectacles – to stage Croydon’s beloved annual festive pantomime. Established in 1995, UK Productions Ltd has delivered over 200 musical and drama productions across the UK and internationally, with credits […]

Peek behind Bournemouth Pavilion’s panto curtain: spotlight on Jon Harris, Head of Scenic Presentation at UK Productions

December 4, 2025

For more than 20 years Bournemouth Pavilion has partnered with UK Productions Ltd – the panto powerhouse behind some of the nation’s most dazzling theatrical spectacles – to stage the town’s beloved annual festive pantomime. A glittering highlight of the Christmas season, Bournemouth Pavilion’s pantomimes have become a cherished tradition for families across the region. […]

Southampton diving coach nominated for national award

November 12, 2025

Matthew Roberts, Head Diving Coach at BH Live Active, The Quays in Southampton, has been awarded the Children/Age Group Coach of the Year at Swim England’s South East Regional Awards. The annual awards bring the aquatics community together to celebrate individuals, groups and organisations for their outstanding contributions throughout the past 12 months. Matt, along […]

Portsmouth leisure centres celebrated for commitment to improving community health and wellbeing

November 10, 2025

BH Live Active’s team at the Mountbatten Leisure Centre in Hilsea, and Pyramids in Southsea have been applauded for their dedication and commitment to improving health and wellbeing for residents. Each centre has been awarded a ‘Very Good’ status following an industry assessment by Sport England’s trusted trade body, Right Directions. The teams at each […]

Croydon’s Fairfield Halls to host spectacular festive season of music, dance, and theatre

November 7, 2025

Sleigh bells are ringing and the theatre is calling! This year, audiences are invited to get into the festive spirit at Fairfield Halls with a spectacular line-up of seasonal entertainment that’s sure to dazzle and delight. Kicking off the season is the Imperial Classical Ballet’s® dazzling production of The Nutcracker (Wednesday 19 November). This timeless […]

From ballet to big band: get festive with seasonal spectaculars at Bournemouth Pavilion

November 7, 2025

Sleigh bells are ringing and the theatre is calling! This year, audiences are invited to get into the festive spirit at Bournemouth Pavilion with a spectacular line-up of seasonal entertainment that’s sure to dazzle and delight. Kicking off the season is the Imperial Classical Ballet’s® dazzling production of The Nutcracker (Thursday 6 November). This timeless […]

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