Beauty and the Beast (pantomime)
The Hazlitt Theatre, Maidstone · 28 November to 31 December 2026
Image: Hazlitt Theatre (Parkwood Theatres)Image: Hazlitt Theatre (Parkwood Theatres)
Maidstone's town-centre theatre stages Beauty and the Beast as its 2026 pantomime, with the story of the cursed prince told in classic panto style. The show runs for just over two hours including a 15-minute interval. Two relaxed performances are scheduled for families who prefer a calmer setting.
Highlights
- Traditional panto version of Beauty and the Beast
- Two relaxed performances
- Just over two hours with an interval
Good to know
- Box office: 01622 758611
Getting there
The Hazlitt Theatre, The Hazlitt Theatre, Earl Street, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1PL
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Nearby
Image: The Hazlitt TheatreThe Hazlitt Theatre
The Hazlitt is Maidstone's town-centre theatre, run by Parkwood Theatres, with a programme spanning drama, music, comedy, dance, family shows and film. Its annual pantomime is a fixture of the Maidstone Christmas season. It is a handy evening out alongside the town's restaurants.
Image: One MaidstoneMaidstone Christmas Light Switch On
Maidstone's town centre lights are switched on in Jubilee Square, organised by the One Maidstone business group. A stage hosted by KM features a line-up of acts, the Mayor attends and Santa makes an appearance. Times are still to be announced, so check the organiser's page nearer the date.
Image: Maidstone MuseumMaidstone Museum
Maidstone Museum is a free town-centre museum with a collection of more than 600,000 objects spanning archaeology, art and natural history. Galleries range from Ancient Egypt to Victorian Maidstone, and there is a regular programme of exhibitions, workshops and family events. It is an easy free rainy-day option next to the town's shops.