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Dick Whittington (Pantomime) - Relaxed Performance

Manchester Opera House30 December 2026 to 30 December 2026 (selected dates)

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30 December 2026 to 30 December 2026 (selected dates)

Venue

Manchester Opera House

About the show

Relaxed performance of Dick Whittington at Opera House Manchester, starring Jason Manford and Ben Nickless. Explore booking details.

Dick Whittington (Pantomime) - Relaxed Performance tickets in Manchester

Dick Whittington at Opera House Manchester follows the classic rags-to-riches tale of a young man and his cat seeking fame, fortune and the city's top office. Jason Manford and Ben Nickless head the cast, joined by Adam Strong, Landi Oshinowo and Sarah Vaughan. This performance is a designated relaxed session.

The story and the cast

The advertised cast includes Jason Manford and Ben Nickless. Adam Strong plays King Rat; the Spirit of Bow Bells is played by Landi Oshinowo, with Sarah Vaughan as Alice Fitzwarren. ATG says the sets and costumes come from The London Palladium.

The show features comedy, audience participation through booing and hissing, and pantomime traditions. Note that this production replaces the previously announced Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at this venue.

About the relaxed performance

This is a designated relaxed performance. The source does not detail the specific adjustments made, so contact Opera House Manchester directly before booking to confirm what provisions are in place for this production.

Dates, venues and booking links

These are the dates listed by ATG as checked on 21 September 2026. A date range may contain selected performances, rather than a show every day. Open your chosen venue link for exact times, seats and current prices.

Venue	Town or city	Dates	Booking status	Tickets
Opera House Manchester	Manchester	Wed 30 Dec 2026	On sale	Book tickets

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Frequently asked questions

Is this the same production as Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs?

No. Dick Whittington has replaced the previously announced Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at Opera House Manchester.

Who is in the cast?

Jason Manford and Ben Nickless lead the advertised company. They are joined by Sarah Vaughan, Landi Oshinowo and Adam Strong.

What does the relaxed performance involve?

The source confirms this is a relaxed performance but does not specify the adjustments. Contact Opera House Manchester directly for details of what is provided for this production.

Where can I book Dick Whittington (Pantomime) - Relaxed Performance tickets?

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Which regional venues are listed for Dick Whittington (Pantomime) - Relaxed Performance?

Manchester Opera House: Wed 30 Dec 2026.

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Venue

Manchester Opera House

3 Quay St, Manchester M3 3HP

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Train

Deansgate station is around 0.3 miles from the theatre and Salford Central is around 0.4 miles away. The nearest Metrolink tram stop is Deansgate-Castlefield, also about 0.3 miles away.

Bus

Many bus routes stop close to the theatre in the centre of Manchester. Plan your journey using tfgm.com.

Parking

Q-Park is the official parking partner and offers 15% off when you pre-book online at https://www.q-park.co.uk/en-gb/atg/. For accessible parking there is on-street parking on Byrom Street by the park, though not directly opposite the theatre, and further bays on Lower Byrom Street.