Jack and the Beanstalk

Following the ★★★★★ success of Cinderella 2023-4, we are back this festive season with the magical, mystical, fairytale adventure – Jack and the Beanstalk!

Panto favourites, Sophie Ladds and Ian Hallard, will be returning as Basildon’s best baddie and fabulous Dame!

Our award-winning, critically-acclaimed pantomimes are the jewel in the crown of Essex – we’re renowned for our stunning scenery, colourful costumes, dazzling dancers and a fantastic live band at every performance. Each show is a non-stop, musical spectacular that is not to be missed!

Fee-fi-fo-fum book your tickets for all the fun!

Family ticket discounts are worked out automatically online. For groups of 10 or more or for School Reservations, please contact the Box Office on towngateboxoffice@basildon.gov.uk or call us on 01268 205 300. A ticket must be purchased for all children attending a performance of the pantomime, regardless of their age. It has always been our policy that we do not recommend bringing children under 3 to our pantomimes.

RELAXED PERFORMANCE: MONDAY 9 DECEMBER 2024 @ 5PM

Please note that this performance will be a Relaxed Performance, which is suitable for children and adults with learning difficulties, are on the autism spectrum, or anyone who may benefit from a performance in a more relaxed environment. This performance is open to everyone, however there will be a calmer setting for the performance and the theatre to suit the occasion. During our relaxed performance the theatre announcements will be minimal to none, the house lights will stay up at around 50% and many of the bumps and jumps throughout the performance will be edited so that the performance is accessible to all.
Carers/Companions assisting people who require the Relaxed Performance are eligible for a free ticket to this performance. This performance is unavailable to book online, please call 01268 205 300 or email towngateboxoffice@basildon.gov.uk to book tickets.

YOUNG ENSEMBLE OPEN AUDITIONS: SUNDAY 9 JUNE 2024

We are absolutely thrilled to confirm that Open Auditions for the Young Ensemble of our GIANT panto for 2024-25, Jack and the Beanstalk, will be held at the Towngate Theatre on Sunday 9 June 2024. 

The Open Auditions are open to boys and girls aged from 9 to 16 years. You do not have to pre-register, simply turn up on the day with a copy of your completed Audition form.

All the information (including the Rehearsal and Performance Schedule) and the Auditions Form can be found on our Auditions page here