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King's Wharf Theatre

Cinderella: The Panto

A Tradition for the Entire Family

November 5 to November 22, 2025

By Caroline Smith

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The enduring fairy tale gets a clever and contemporary makeover in this glittering stage production that features all the classic elements you remember – the pumpkin, glass slipper, masked ball … plus some unexpected and surprising new twists!

Pantos are a popular form of family theatre in the UK based on fairy or folk tales, and encourage audience participation. With its winning combination of popular songs, energetic dancing, tongue-in-cheek humour, double entendres, innuendo, pop-culture references, and outrageous costumes, Cinderella will cast its magical spell and have you cheering for the heroine and her friends and booing the evil stepmother and wicked stepsisters. 

Whether you’re 9 or 99 – this show, filled with just the right amount of naughty and nice humour, is fun for the entire family. So join us at the theatre, and don’t worry – we’ll have you home well before the stroke of midnight!

Recommended for ages 5 and up. 

Running Time: 2 hours and 20 minutes, including a 20 minute intermission

Show Calendar

Legend:

  • Discount Day
  • Opening
  • Student Show (Not Sold Online)
  • Post-show Question & Answer

Thursday

Nov 13

Cinderella: The Panto

Cinderella: The Panto

Friday

Nov 14

Cinderella: The Panto

Saturday

Nov 15

Cinderella: The Panto

Sunday

Nov 16

Cinderella: The Panto

Tuesday

Nov 18

Cinderella: The Panto

Wednesday

Nov 19

Cinderella: The Panto

Cinderella: The Panto

Thursday

Nov 20

Cinderella: The Panto

Friday

Nov 21

Cinderella: The Panto

Saturday

Nov 22

Cinderella: The Panto

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Outstanding show!! The music, set design, script and performance by all performers was next level. As grandparents, we were there with our three grandkids and their Mom (so three generations) and there was a great deal of something for everyone. Current relatable characters and situations for todays generation and wonderful humorous elements that flew over the young ones heads. Well done!! This is a fantastic first experience for young children in the theatre. Asked to come back for another one!!
Joanne M, South Bruce Peninsula
Outstanding Production! This is one of the very best productions to come to King's Wharf, EVER! The sets, the costumes, the funny/loving story/script. the fabulous sound and band, the choreography, the pure talent of the cast from the youngest to the oldest - Cinderella came alive with mirth and merriment on many levels to be enjoyed. Something for adults, teens and children. Bring your family and friends, you'll not be disappointed!
Barrie W, Tiny
Spectacular show, riveting performances, great songs and simply hilarious! A great night out.
Rory M, Tint
Loved it! The talented actors were amazing. The humour was great as were the songs. I highly recommend seeing this.
Tammy G, Tiny

Meet The Artists

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George Absi

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Neil Barclay

Baron Notapenny

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Jean Blandon

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Justin Bott

Revolta

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AJ Bridel

Buttons

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Kendra Brophy

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Emma Cannon

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Timothy Harder

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Michael Hughes

Prince Charming

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Billy Lake

Atrocia

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Hadley Mustakas

Cinderella

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Jackie Mustakas

Baroness Notapenny

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Mei Miyazawa

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Stephanie Pitsiladis

Fairy Godmother

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Aaron Walpole

Dandini

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Compnay in Cinderella: The Panto, Drayton Entertainment, 2025 Season. Directed and Choreographed by David Connolly; Music Direction by Steve Thomas; Set Design by JC Olivier; Costume Design by Rachel Berchtold; Lighting Design by Jeff JohnstonCollins; Sound Design by Allan McMillan; Assistant Director Michelle Bardach; Assistant Choreographer George Absi; Stage Manager Amber Archbell; Assistant Stage Manager Kathryn Urbanek; Apprentice Stage Manager Vivi Valo; Photography by Hilary Gauld.
 A comedic scene from a theatrical production of Cinderella: The Panto, featuring three flamboyantly dressed characters in the foreground. Two performers, portraying the stepsisters, wear exaggeratedly colourful costumes—one in pink, orange, and red with a flamingo headpiece, the other in green, blue, and purple with a garden gnome on their head. Both hold bright blue feather fans and strike dramatic expressions. Between them stands a character in a regal bronze and black gown with a tall powdered wig and a stern expression, likely the stepmother. Other masked ball attendees move about in the background against a vibrant palace backdrop.
Company in Cinderella: The Panto, Drayton Entertainment, 2025 Season. Directed and Choreographed by David Connolly; Music Direction by Steve Thomas; Set Design by JC Olivier; Costume Design by Rachel Berchtold; Lighting Design by Jeff JohnstonCollins; Sound Design by Allan McMillan; Assistant Director Michelle Bardach; Assistant Choreographer George Absi; Stage Manager Amber Archbell; Assistant Stage Manager Kathryn Urbanek; Apprentice Stage Manager Vivi Valo.
 On stage in Cinderella: The Panto at King’s Wharf Theatre, a joyous royal wedding moment unfolds. Cinderella stands at left in a sparkling white ballgown and tiara, holding a bouquet of pale pink and cream roses. At centre, the Fairy Godmother — in a shimmering cream and gold gown with pastel pink puff sleeves — gestures warmly with her wand toward the Prince, who stands at right in a white royal coat with gold trim and a crown. Ensemble members dressed in bright blue costumes sit and kneel behind them, smiling and watching, with an ornate palace backdrop draped in rich blue curtains completing the magical fairy-tale tableau.
Hadley Mustakas in Cinderella: The Panto, Drayton Entertainment, 2025 Season. Directed and Choreographed by David Connolly; Music Direction by Steve Thomas; Set Design by JC Olivier; Costume Design by Rachel Berchtold; Lighting Design by Jeff JohnstonCollins; Sound Design by Allan McMillan; Assistant Director Michelle Bardach; Assistant Choreographer George Absi; Stage Manager Amber Archbell; Assistant Stage Manager Kathryn Urbanek; Apprentice Stage Manager Vivi Valo; Photography by Hilary Gauld.
 A lively moment from a theatrical production of Cinderella: The Panto, showing a character joyfully dancing in front of a painted fireplace set piece with faux coal. The performer wears a rustic costume including a striped, multi-coloured skirt, beige blouse, brown corset, and headscarf. The expression is one of happiness and freedom, with arms raised mid-dance. A small stuffed dog rests atop the fireplace, and the background is painted to resemble the interior of an old cottage.
AJ Bridel and Stephanie Pitsiladis in Cinderella: The Panto, Drayton Entertainment, 2025 Season. Directed and Choreographed by David Connolly; Music Direction by Steve Thomas; Set Design by JC Olivier; Costume Design by Rachel Berchtold; Lighting Design by Jeff JohnstonCollins; Sound Design by Allan McMillan; Assistant Director Michelle Bardach; Assistant Choreographer George Absi; Stage Manager Amber Archbell; Assistant Stage Manager Kathryn Urbanek; Apprentice Stage Manager Vivi Valo; Photography by Hilary Gauld.
 A lively moment from a theatrical production of Cinderella: The Panto, showing a performer at centre stage singing passionately, eyes closed and mouth wide open, dressed in a vest decorated with multicoloured buttons, plaid trousers, and a brown cap. Behind them stands a smiling character in a sparkling lavender gown with puffed sleeves, holding a glittery wand aloft. The scene is bathed in soft purple and pink stage lighting, with a vintage set featuring a curved-back pink loveseat and tall window panels in the background.
Michael Hughes, Aaron Walpole, and Hadley Mustakas in Cinderella: The Panto, Drayton Entertainment, 2025 Season. Directed and Choreographed by David Connolly; Music Direction by Steve Thomas; Set Design by JC Olivier; Costume Design by Rachel Berchtold; Lighting Design by Jeff JohnstonCollins; Sound Design by Allan McMillan; Assistant Director Michelle Bardach; Assistant Choreographer George Absi; Stage Manager Amber Archbell; Assistant Stage Manager Kathryn Urbanek; Apprentice Stage Manager Vivi Valo.
 On stage in Cinderella: The Panto at King’s Wharf Theatre, the Prince stands at left in a white royal coat with gold detailing, a red sash, black boots, and a crown, raising one hand as if greeting or admiring Cinderella. At right, Cinderella wears a sparkling bright blue ballgown with puff sleeves and a glittering full tulle skirt, lifting the edges of her dress as she smiles back at him. Behind them on a small staircase, a courtier in striped period attire reacts comically, set against a whimsical palace backdrop draped in rich purple curtains.

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