This year marks the tenth anniversary of the iconic Palladium Panto, a spectacular production that has become a cherished festive tradition for families in London.
Catherine Tate. Photo by Matt Crockett
Catherine Tate (Doctor Who, BBC) will star as the wicked fairy Caraboose in Sleeping Beauty at the London Palladium this festive season with performances beginning on 6 December 2025.
Over the past decade, this star-studded pantomime has captivated audiences of all ages with its combination of dazzling costumes, breathtaking set design, and laugh-out-loud performances. The 2024 panto, Robin Hood, has recently been nominated for an Olivier Award this year for Best Costume Design.
Julian Clary will return this year as King Julian as well as Paul Zerdin as The Great Zerdini, Nigel Havers as the Privy and Rob Madge as The Diva of Dreams. Joining the cast of The Sleeping Beauty this year are comedian and impressionist Jon Culshaw, playing King Julian’s private detective; Emily Lane (Hello Dolly!) as Princess Beauty; and Amonik Melaco (Austenland) as the Prince.
Further cast is to be announced.
The creative team for the production includes set design by Mark Walters, costume design by Hugh Durrant, Ron Briggs, Teresa Nolton and Mike Coltman, choreography by Karen Bruce, visual special effects by The Twins FX, lighting design by Ben Cracknell, sound design by Matt Peploe, and composition and orchestrations by Gary Hind.
Sleeping Beauty will play at the London Palladium from 6 December 2025 to 11 January 2026.
