Dick Whittington - Christmas 2023 is changing to Cinderella.
19 May 2023
Due to set design and build issues that are out of our control, this year’s panto has changed to Cinderella.
All dates and performance times will remain the same, all the magical ingredients you expect from our pantos will remain the same, same sing-along songs, same traditional family fun – just a different title.
If you have purchased tickets, you don’t need to do anything, your Dick Whittington tickets are valid for your chosen date and performance, so keep them safe. If you would prefer a full refund, please contact the Box Office on 03000 040 444 during opening hours or email theatres@rctcbc.gov.uk
and we’ll be happy to help.
We’re very sorry for any inconvenience caused and look forward to seeing you all at Cinderella, the most magical panto of them all!
Audio description is a live commentary interspersed with the actors' dialogue. This is relayed via a headset linked to the infra-red audio system. There is a short 'programme notes' session, before the production, which explains the atmosphere, costumes, characters and action.
BSL
British Sign Language Performance
Signed performances are ideal for those who use sign language. Trained British Signed Language (BSL) signers usually stand to one side of the stage and interpret the script used by the performers at the same time as it is being performed.
R
Relaxed Screening/Performance
Open to everyone, but particularly appropriate for anyone who may find the usual theatre/cinema environment challenging, due to an Autism Spectrum Condition, a learning disability, or a fear of the dark, loud noises or confined spaces.
Relaxed Performances/Screenings provide a relaxed environment, where elements are adapted to reduce anxiety or stress. Lighting and sound levels are adjusted to soften their impact and there is a relaxed attitude to noise and leaving and re-entering the auditorium during the performance/screening.
Designated 'chill-out' areas are provided outside the auditorium with activities for people to use if being in the auditorium becomes overwhelming for them.
T
Touch Tour
A Touch Tour is ideal for blind and partially-sighted audiences to familiarise themselves with the set ahead of the performance.
C
Captioned Screening/Performance
Captions display dialogue on-screen (similar to subtitles) and also describe the audio or sound portion of a film/performance allowing audience members who are D/deaf or hard of hearing to follow the script and the action of the film/performance at the same time.
For live performances, the screen is positioned at the side of the stage.
