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Rapunzel

Get ready for a hair-raising adventure as we announce our 2026 pantomime at The Preston Playhouse Theatre, Rapunzel!

Written by the brilliant Tom Whalley, this year’s show is packed full of laugh-out-loud comedy, toe-tapping tunes, and all the classic panto fun you know and love.

Join Rapunzel, locked away in her tower by the wicked Gothel, as she dreams of seeing the world beyond her window. With the help of a dashing hero, a larger-than-life Dame, and plenty of audience participation (oh yes there is!), will she finally escape and live happily ever after?

Expect dazzling costumes, outrageous jokes, and more terrible puns than you can shake a frying pan at. Perfect for the whole family, Rapunzel promises magic, mischief, and a whole lot of panto sparkle at the Playhouse this festive season!

  • Doors Open: 45 mins before the performance
  • Show Times: Various
  • Running Time: Approx 2 hrs
  • Additional Information:

    Car Parking for your visit to The Playhouse
    Trinity Square Car Park, directly opposite The Playhouse, can be used by our patrons. A parking pass, available from our Box Office for £2, allows you to park free of charge when attending an evening performance at The Playhouse but is not available for matinees.
    Please be aware, however, that the car park is owned and operated by the local Council and is shared by visitors to a number of venues, bars and restaurants in the area. As a result, it can become very busy, particularly around show times.
    Possessing a Playhouse parking pass does not guarantee that a parking space will be available.
    If you intend to travel by car, we strongly recommend that you allow plenty of extra time for parking before the performance, particularly if you are unfamiliar with the area.
    We look forward to welcoming you to The Playhouse and hope you have a great time!

Hourly Schedule

Friday 11th Dec

7:30pm - 9:30pm

Sat 12th Dec

12:30pm - 2:30pm
5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sun 13th Dec

12:30pm - 2:30pm
5:30pm - 7:30pm

Mon 14th Dec

7:30pm - 9:30pm

Wed 16th Dec

7:30pm - 9:30pm

Thurs 17th Dec

7:30pm - 9:30pm

Fri 18th Dec

7:30pm - 9:30pm

Sat 19th Dec

12:30pm - 2:30pm
5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sun 20th Dec

12:30pm - 2:30pm
5:30pm - 7:30pm

Date

11 - 20 Dec 2026

Time

19:30 - 17:30

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Production by

Preston Musical Comedy Society

More Information

Box Office
Phone
0333 666 3366
Email
boxoffice@prestonplayhouse.co.uk
Buy Tickets
  • Doors Open: 45 mins before the performance
  • Show Times: Various
  • Running Time: Approx 2 hrs
  • Additional Information:

    Car Parking for your visit to The Playhouse
    Trinity Square Car Park, directly opposite The Playhouse, can be used by our patrons. A parking pass, available from our Box Office for £2, allows you to park free of charge when attending an evening performance at The Playhouse but is not available for matinees.
    Please be aware, however, that the car park is owned and operated by the local Council and is shared by visitors to a number of venues, bars and restaurants in the area. As a result, it can become very busy, particularly around show times.
    Possessing a Playhouse parking pass does not guarantee that a parking space will be available.
    If you intend to travel by car, we strongly recommend that you allow plenty of extra time for parking before the performance, particularly if you are unfamiliar with the area.
    We look forward to welcoming you to The Playhouse and hope you have a great time!