Pinocchio

Pantomime continues into the new year at the Alhambra Theatre with the spectacular new panto adventure, Pinocchio.

Comedy sensation and Bradford panto legend Billy Pearce leads the cast as toymaker Geppetto, with his prize creation Pinocchio transforming from the famous puppet to a real boy, whose nose grows every time he tells a lie. Joining Billy is Coronation Street star Chris Gascoyne who will take on the role of the evil Stromboli, and Drag Superstar, Singer and Television Personality Courtney Act as the Blue Faerie.

Joining Billy, Chris and Courtney will be panto veteran Steve Arnott as Dame Rita Rigatoni and performer Ewan Goddard, as the titular role Pinocchio. West Yorkshire local Sarah Pearson makes a welcome return to Bradford, she will be joined by Leeds-born Monique Ashe-Palmer, with the Yorkshire performers taking on the evil duo of the Fox and Cat. West-End performer Nicholas McLean completes the line up, appearing as Jiminy Cricket.

Featuring stunning sets and costumes, fantastic special effects and plenty of laugh-out-loud comedy, the 2024 Alhambra Theatre panto is guaranteed to be a spectacle!

“The ultimate in traditional pantomime with breathtaking story book sets, lavish costumes, side-splitting comedy and amazing special effects.”  5/5 Yorkshire Post

"With its perfect balance of dazzling design, humour and heart, Pinocchio is a joyous celebration" Ilkley Gazette