Dick Whittington

CBeebies and pantomime legend Chris Jarvis is back, joined by a highly talented cast and creative team.

Brimming with spectacular musical numbers, dazzling costumes, sensational sets and plenty of laugh-out-loud family comedy, this is a joyfully funny take on a magical rags to riches story.

But beware… not everything runs smoothly on the road to fame and fortune, especially with Poole’s favourite villain, Sarah-Louise Young as King Rat. So bring your best boos and hisses as we’re expecting some really inconsider-rat behaviour to try and spoil the festive fun!

Joining Chris Jarvis as Dame Dolly Doughnuts are Poole-born West End star Bernadette Bangura (Moulin Rouge, Hairspray), lending her powerhouse vocals as Fairy Bowbelles, and our very own Corben Heward-Mills, who made his professional debut at Lighthouse last year, shows off his jaw-dropping tricks and paws-itively purr-fect moves as Tommy the Cat.

Made in Poole especially for Lighthouse audiences by the same creative team behind national Panto Award winners Aladdin (2023) and Cinderella (2022), as well as last year’s smash hit Sleeping Beauty, Dorset’s best-loved family pantomime is now seen by more than 21,000 people each year.

Book your tickets NOW, to get the best seats for another spectacular West End style pantomime that will guarantee your family a golden Christmas!

Further casting to be announced soon.

Writer, Director: Chris Jarvis
Production Designer: James Smith
Choreographer: Daniel Donaldson Todd
Musical Director: Adam Tuffrey

IMPORTANT INFOMATION 

Relaxed Performance – Friday 2 January 2026 at 6pm
Suitable for people with Asperger’s, autism or learning difficulties. This is an opportunity for families to attend together without worrying about any behaviours that may affect other audience members.
Tickets only available via our Ticket Office on 01202 280000.

School Rates Available  – includes one free teacher ticket for every ten tickets booked. Call our Ticket Office team for more information.