This is the panto planned for the Blackpool Grand Theatre stage NEXT Christmas

Aladdin will be at the Church Street venue from Friday, December 1, 2023 to Monday, January 1, 2024 and will feature everyone’s favourite panto star and Britain’s Got Talent finalist Steve Royle as Wishee Washee with further star casting to be announced.

Join Aladdin, his madcap mother Widow Twankey and his delightfully daft brother Wishee Washee as they embark on a marvellous magical adventure to try to defeat the evil Abanazar and stop his cunning plan to become master of the world.

With a little help from the Genie of The Lamp and the Spirit of The Ring of course.

Will Aladdin save the day, will he marry the beautiful Princess Jasmine? Will the Genie be freed?

A Grand Theatre spokesman said: “The fantastic fairy-tale Aladdin will burst with great songs, spectacular sets, dazzling costumes stunning dance routines and plenty of laughter and be a truly magical treat for all the family you won’t want to miss.

"Join us for the greatest pantomime ever told - it’s a magic carpet ride.”

Aladdin will again be presented by Martin Dodd for UK Productions Ltd, who have been presenting the Christmas pantomime at the Grand since 1996.

Tickets from £15 are on sale now with limited availability already for some dates, with special audio-described/signed performances and a relaxed performance.

Details of those and how to book tickets generally from the Grand box office on 01253 290190 or at www.BlackpoolGrand.co.uk.

This year’s panto Sleeping Beauty starring Steve Royle and Hayley Tamaddon runs until January 1 2023.