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Brighton Family Panto proudly presents…

Aladdin 2026

Event poster for Aladdin 2026 live show, featuring a golden magic lamp against a starry blue background, with event details from December 22-30, 2026, at DoubleTree Hilton Brighton Metropole, and a call to buy tickets at brightonfamilypanto.com.

22nd to 30th December 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole

Our family panto returns to Brighton in December 2026, with a magically spectacular production of Aladdin!

Take a magic-carpet ride with Aladdin on his thrilling adventure as he battles the wicked Abanazar, discovers the secrets of the enchanted lamp, and tries to win the heart of Princess Jasmine.

Polish your lamps, hop aboard the magic carpet, and get ready for an amazing show as the Brighton Family Panto team brings the classic tale of Aladdin to life like never before.

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Celebrating 10 years of Brighton Family Panto…

Since 2017, we’ve been bringing festive Panto fun to Brighton, and we’re so incredibly grateful to everyone who has been a part of the magic along the way.

And now it’s time to celebrate our 10th Birthday spectacular with Aladdin 2026!

To help us celebrate, we’ve flown in Celebrity Big Brother Winner, and RuPaul’s Drag Race Finalist…

Courtney Act

Courtney Act is one of the world’s most recognisable drag performers and entertainers, celebrated internationally for her music, television appearances, live performances, and advocacy for the LGBTQ+ community.

This Christmas, Courtney Act joins Brighton Family Panto as the headline star of Aladdin, playing both the Genie of the Lamp and the Genie of the Ring. She will bring her incredible vocals and stage presence to what promises to be our biggest and most spectacular pantomime yet.

“I’ve had little dalliances with Brighton over the years, but this Christmas I’m fully committing for a cosy winter romance. There is nowhere more vibrant and full of life in the UK, and I cannot wait to bring a little magic to the stage as Genie in Aladdin”

-The Argus

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Two men in colorful costumes performing on stage with a hand-painted backdrop depicting a garden with flowers, grass, and a path.
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The Outrageous Adult Only Panto Returns!

Expect all the magic of panto… with a few extra surprises that definitely won’t make it into the family show.

Join Aladdin on a wildly entertaining adventure packed with cheeky humour, outrageous characters, and plenty of innuendo as he faces a wicked sorcerer, discovers the power of the enchanted lamp, and tries to win Princess Jasmine’s heart.

With dazzling costumes, spectacular sets, and a generous dose of adult mischief, this is panto after dark at its very best.

So polish your lamps, grab your friends, and hop aboard the magic carpet — this is the ultimate Christmas night out for grown-ups.

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Event poster for 'Aladdin 2026' adult-only pantomime, scheduled for December 28 and 29 at 7 pm at the DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole. Features a golden magic lamp, glittery gold text, and a red and pink starry background.
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“The production was a perfect antidote to the pressures of everyday life and provided innocent fun, cleverly written, beautifully sung and with a real feel good factor.”
— Brighton and Hove News
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PAST REVIEWS

“Wow, what a voice! Carabosse was never better, dramatic, funny, camp and chilling. And working with the ensemble to create a huge dragon whilst singing, well it was excellent in every sense. A career defining moment.”
— Latest Brighton
“Practically Perfect In Every Way!”
— The Argus
“If you are looking for a fun evening at the pantomime, then look no further than Brighton Seafront and see this incredible performance before it is too late.”
— What's Good To Do
“Brighton Family Panto is a fabulous treat!”
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ARTICLES

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