Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without a trip to the pantomime, and this year, the Stafford Gatehouse Theatre is inviting families to climb aboard the magic carpet for a spectacular adventure with Aladdin!
Produced by Imagine Theatre, the production stars Mark Rhodes, David Phipps-Davis and Samantha Spragg. This year’s festive favourite promises plenty of laughs, dazzling costumes, toe-tapping musical numbers and, of course, a whole lot of Christmas magic.
Join Aladdin as he sets off on an unforgettable adventure filled with wicked sorcerers, true love, fortune and plenty of hilarious panto chaos along the way. It’s the perfect festive treat for the whole family and a wonderful opportunity to make some magical memories together this Christmas.
And because we love spreading a little extra festive cheer, we’ve teamed up with Stafford Gatehouse Theatre to give one lucky reader the chance to win a family ticket worth £120 to see Aladdin!
Read on to find out how you can enter…
Cast Details
Mark Rhodes
David Phipps-Davis
Samantha Spragg
Kurran Dhand
Georgina Goodchild
Here’s how you can win yourself a family ticket for four worth £120 to Aladdin at Stafford Gatehouse Theatre on Saturday – 5 December 2026 at 7pm.
Win a family ticket to Aladdin at Stafford Gatehouse Theatre worth £120
Terms & Conditions:
* Prize is not exchangeable for cash and not transferable
* Open to residents of the United Kingdom Only
* Prize is for a family ticket to ONLY watch Aladdin at Stafford Gatehouse Theatre on Saturday, 5 December 2026 at 7pm. The family ticket can be a combination of 2 adults and 2 children, 1 adult and 3 children, or 3 adults and 1 child (child tickets are for Under 16s). Family ticket must include one adult and one child.
*Entrants of the competition must be 18 or over and must not be employed by or family members of Stafford Gatehouse Theatre
* All entries must be received by Wednesday, 25 November 2026
* The winner will be chosen at random
* The winner will be notified via their email address. They have 48 hours to respond and claim their prize after being notified, after which time the prize will be considered unclaimed and will be re-assigned using a random selection method.
* Submission of a posting will be taken to mean acceptance of the rules and terms and conditions.
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* Tickets / Prizes are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.
* The winner will be published on the original giveaway blog post.
* Prizes are administered separately by Stafford Gatehouse Theatre and Yeah Lifestyle cannot be held responsible for problems related to fulfilment of prizes including non-delivery of the item
* Ticket terms and conditions apply.
How much do the tickets cost?
Tickets are priced from £22.50 to £37.50 (concessions and group discount available).
How do I book tickets to watch Aladdin at Stafford Gatehouse Theatre?
Tickets can be booked by calling the box office on 01785 619080 or by visiting their website here. Please contact the Box Office for details.
How long is Aladdin and what are the timings?
The show will start on Friday, 4 December 2026 and will run until Sunday, 3 January 2027. The evening shows will run at either 5pm or 7pm while the morning/matinee shows will be shown at 11am, 1pm, 2pm or 3pm.
Relaxed Performance: 19 December 2026 at 11am
BSL Interpreted Performance: 27 December 2026 at 1pm
Where is Stafford Gatehouse Theatre?
Stafford Gatehouse is an old Victorian theatre for professional and amateur shows, including Shakespeare and children’s plays. In 2007, the Borough Hall was reopened as Stafford Gatehouse Theatre, by his Royal Highness the Duke of Gloucester. The Borough Hall was originally opened on 20 June 1877 and the building once housed Stafford Borough Council.
Stafford Gatehouse Theatre
Eastgate Street
Stafford
ST16 2LT
Tel: 01785 619080
Where to park?
Stafford Gatehouse Theatre is in the heart of Stafford, just seconds from the main shopping centre and central tourist attractions. It is less than 10 minutes drive from Junctions 13 and 14 of the M6 and can be found by following the theatre mask symbols on routes into the town centre. There are ample parking facilities a short walk away from the theatre and cycle racks are available outside the building. The nearest public parking is on North Walls and a map of public car parks in Stafford can be found here. We recommend parking at the Civic Centre ST16 3AQ or the Waterfront Car Park ST16 2HQ.
About Stafford Gatehouse Theatre
Stafford Gatehouse Theatre offer a range of touring shows and in-house productions, covering big name acts and top touring companies to home-grown talent and our popular summer school shows. They also produce the prestigious annual Stafford Shakespeare production, which marked its 30th year in 2022 with ROMEO + JULIET in the grounds of Stafford Castle, drawing thousands of visitors from all over the UK and as far away as Australia.
In 2023, the prestigious production moved to the Gatehouse with the spectacular ‘A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM’, which drew thousands of visitors into Stafford town centre and last year TWELFTH NIGHT: A Cornish Tale drew huge critical acclaim. In 2025, Stafford Shakespeare presents HAMLET, starring BENEDICT SHAW (The Syndicate, Boat Story BBC) from June 24 to July 5.
They have two performance spaces: the main auditorium, with a seating capacity of 535 and adaptable space of The MET Studio, which can seat up to 140 guests in a number of configurations. They also have the Writers’ Room, which is perfect for smaller meetings and presentations. It is also available for small exhibitions and semi-permanent displays – the perfect spot for a corporate meeting.
During the day, the theatre houses a smart coffee shop (Mon-Fri 10am-2pm) offering top quality drinks and snacks in a beautiful setting, complete with free upgraded Wi-Fi and USB charging points. At night, the theatre’s bar is the perfect place for a pre-show drink or post-show chat – often with the stars of the production popping in. The theatre also houses Stafford’s Visitor Information Service, with a touch-screen information centre and helpful staff, where you can find information on regional and national events. Open: Monday to Saturday 9:30am – 5:00pm.
About Imagine Theatre
Imagine Theatre are an innovative, award-winning theatre production company offering spectacular entertainment for the whole family across the UK. Building on a legacy of family entertainment stretching back over 25 years, Imagine Theatre – led by husband-and-wife team Steve and Sarah Boden and supported by an amazing team of professionals – have produced more than 260 professional pantomimes and multiple children’s theatre tours.
Their family friendly shows have won multiple awards and have been received by audiences of all ages with huge positivity and to great critical acclaim. In the last three years, Imagine Theatre have received over thirty nominations from the UK Pantomime Association Awards, winning seven, including awards for the Best Set and Best Pantomime over 900 seats. They were nominated for eleven awards across ten categories for the 2024/25 pantomime season.
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Photo credit: Stafford Gatehouse Theatre
