Get ready for a Christmas adventure like no other as Jack and the Beanstalk takes over Jersey Opera House for our first fully professional pantomime.
Packed with laugh-out-loud comedy, spectacular song and dance, dazzling costumes, larger-than-life characters and plenty of festive magic, this brand-new production has everything you could wish for from a family pantomime – with a few surprises along the way!
Follow Jack on a magical journey up the beanstalk and into the clouds, where adventure awaits and anything can happen.
Co-produced with Evolution Productions, five-time winners at the UK Pantomime Awards, Jack and the Beanstalk brings together an exciting professional company including Jersey talent, making this Christmas production even more special for our island audiences.
We are delighted to present Jack and the Beanstalk in partnership with our headline sponsor, The Channel Islands Co-operative Society, and are proud to have their support for this year’s spectacular Christmas production.
Whether panto is an unmissable part of your family Christmas or you’re experiencing it for the very first time, expect plenty of laughs, music, magic and those all-important cries of “He’s behind you!”
So gather your family and friends and join us for a GIANT Christmas adventure at Jersey Opera House.
Book now and make Jack and the Beanstalk part of your Christmas!
Accessible Performance Information:
BSL Interpreted Performance – Tuesday 22 December 7pm
For the BSL interpreted performance, Andrew Higgins, a British Sign Language interpreter will translate the spoken dialogue, songs and key elements of the production live for D/deaf and BSL-using audience members.
Andrew will be positioned so that customers booking the designated seating area can clearly see both the interpretation and the action taking place on stage.
The performance will enable BSL users to experience the story, jokes, songs and atmosphere of this magical pantomime.
Audio Described Performance – Tuesday 29 December 2pm & 7pm
The Audio Described performances will support blind and visually impaired audience members by providing live verbal descriptions of the production.
Through a headset, customers will hear descriptions by Audio Describer Clare Le May, helping to communicate elements such as characters, costumes, movement, scenery and visual action.
Ahead of the Audio Described performance, a Touch Tour will also be available, giving blind and visually impaired audience members the opportunity to familiarise themselves with elements of the production before the show, including selected props, costumes and parts of the set.
Relaxed Performance – Sunday 3 January 1pm
This performance is designed to create a more relaxed and supportive environment for those who may benefit from a less formal theatre experience, including neuro-divergent audiences, those with sensory sensitivities, learning disabilities, Dementia or anyone who would feel more comfortable in a more flexible setting.
Adjustments will include softer lighting and sound levels, an open-door policy allowing audience members to move in and out of the auditorium, and a relaxed attitude to noise and movement within the space.
For all of our accessible performances, if you would like further information, to discuss specific access requirements or book accessible seating, please contact our Box Office on 01534 511 115.
