Leadgate Consett Panto

07/09/2026

🌟 HUGE congratulations to our very own Lola! 🌟

Our brilliant 10-year-old Mini Miner from last year’s Snow White at the Roxy has just been cast as Debbie in the UK tour and West End production of Billy Elliot the Musical.

She was Grumbly in our panto, and now she’ll be performing at the Sunderland Empire in November before heading out on tour and into the West End. Absolute dream come true for her.

Lola’s previously trailed with Creative Allsorts, and last year was part of the first professional panto we did at the The Roxy Theatre - Watling Spaces CIC produced by Reece Sibbald Productions – 14 local kids got the chance to be on that stage. This Christmas we’re doing it all again with The Little Mermaid (12–28 December) and 24 young people will take to the stage alongside a whole cast of Panto favourites!

Massive well done Lola. The Leadgate Panto team is so proud for you 💛

05/09/2026

✨ BTS first look! 👀

Here’s a sneaky peek at some of the BRAND NEW costumes for Leadgate’s biggest-ever panto – The Little Mermaid!

All the sparkle, scales and shimmer you could hope for… and they’re looking incredible.
Paired with a brand new set, everything is firmly on course to be County Durham’s freshest and funniest panto.

Photoshoots are imminent and we’re almost ready to reveal the rest of our fabulous cast… so stay tuned!

Due to popular demand we’re doing 28 performances this year (12th – 28th December 2026).

🎟️ Tickets from just £12
They’re selling fast with limited availability at certain shows – don’t miss out!

Book now 👉 https://watlingspaces.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173673590/events/428808583

The Roxy Theatre - Watling Spaces CIC

18/08/2026

Looking for some musical theatre training in the North East for a young performer? We'd strong recommend taking a look at Creative Allsorts, who are hosting a FREE launch event on 12th September for prospective (and current!) students.

🎭 CREATIVE ALLSORTS: LAUNCH 2026 🎭

We're kicking off a brand new Creative Allsorts term – and we're getting everyone together to start it properly!

📅 Saturday 12th September
⏰ 10AM - 2PM
📍 The Fulforth Centre, Sacriston, DH7 6JT
🎟️ FREE – RSVP required

We're bringing together our Little, Rising, Ensemble and Dance Training students for a big morning of singing, dancing, acting, creativity and fun with the Creative Allsorts team.

And this one isn't just for our current students...
👋 New to Creative Allsorts? Come and give us a try.
💛 Been part of Allsorts before? We'd LOVE to see you back!
🎭 Already an Allsorts regular? Come and kick off another year with us.

Parents and families are welcome to stick around too, with our café area open throughout for hot drinks, snacks and plenty of time to catch up and mingle.

Whether you've been with us for years, haven't seen us for a while, or have never stepped through our doors before – you're invited.

Come and see what Creative Allsorts is all about 🎭✨

FREE to attend - just RSVP via the link to let us know you're coming.
www.creativeallsorts.co.uk/bookonline

02/07/2026

🎭✨ We're in full swing preparing Leadgate, Consett's BIGGEST ever pantomime – The Little Mermaid! ✨🎭

The laughs are going to be HUGE, the brand new scenery and costumes are going to look absolutely stunning, and there are more surprises than you can shake a flipper at! 🐠💖

Due to popular demand, we’re bringing you 28 performances this year at The Roxy Theatre, Leadgate from 12th – 28th December 2026.

🎟️ Tickets from just £12 (booking fees apply)

Tickets are selling fast with limited availability at certain performances!

Book now before they swim away:
https://watlingspaces.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173673590/events/428808583

19/06/2026

THE BOYS ARE BACK IN TOWN!
REECE SIBBALD & CAL HALBERT are BACK!

If it's laugher you're after then don't miss the dynamic duo, returning by huge public demand to The Roxy Theatre - Watling Spaces CIC, Leadgate, Consett for this year's spectacular panto - THE LITTLE MERMAID!

12th-28th December
Book your tickets now: https://watlingspaces.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173673590/events/428808583

Cal Halbert

12/06/2026

SIX MONTHS TO GO until The Little Mermaid swims into The Roxy Theatre - Watling Spaces CIC

Tickets are flying out of the Box Office

12th - 28th December
Book Now: https://watlingspaces.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173673590/events/428808583

02/06/2026

🚨 FINAL FEW PLACES RELEASED – AUDITIONS THIS WEEKEND! 🚨

We still have a handful of spots left for our magical Christmas pantomime THE LITTLE MERMAID at the stunning Roxy Theatre, Leadgate!

This is your last chance to secure a place for your talented youngster to shine as part of “The School of Fish” in this professional production.

We’re looking for characterful, energetic, and confident children aged 8–16 who are ready to have fun and make memories this Christmas!

No previous experience needed • No cost to take part • Working with our DBS-checked professional team

Audition Times, Saturday 6th June:
Age 8–10 → 10:00am – 11:30am
Age 11–13 → 11:30am – 1:00pm
Age 14–16 → 1:00pm – 2:30pm

📍 Location: The Roxy Theatre - Watling Spaces CIC
Don’t miss out! These final places are going fast.

👉 Sign up NOW at: https://www.reecesibbaldproductions.co.uk/auditions

Tag a friend or parent who has a little star in the making! ✨

29/05/2026

🎉 THE SNOW WHITE TEAM ARE BACK! 🎉

Last year’s Snow White, Rebecca Lightburn, is returning to the stage - this time as Ariel!

And the boys are back in town… Reece Sibbald & Cal Halbert are returning to cause even MORE chaos as Fin the Floundering Fish and Captain Crabsticks!

Due to huge popular demand, the show has been extended!

📍 The Roxy Theatre - Watling Spaces CIC, Leadgate, Consett
📅 12th – 28th December
Tickets are flying out faster than ever — grab yours now before they’re gone!
🎟️ Tickets from just £12
🔗 www.watlingspaces.co.uk

Join us under the Sea! You don’t want to miss this! 🧜‍♀️🐟🦀

15/05/2026

TICKETS ON SALE NOW - AND SELLING FAST!

🌊✨ It’s never too early to dive in and book the best seats for Panto! ✨🌊

From the same team who brought last year's smash-hit Snow White, make sure your family doesn’t miss The Little Mermaid at The Roxy Theatre, Leadgate this Christmas 2026 - dazzling costumes, underwater magic and comedy by the bucket load 🧜‍♀️🎭

12th - 29th December 2026
The Roxy Theatre Leadgate

🎟️ Book early to secure the best seats:
🌊 https://watlingspaces.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173673590/events/428802441