Panto
You shall go to the ball with our sparkling pantomime, Cinderella!
You shall go to the ball with 2026's sparkling pantomime, Cinderella!
Saturday 21 November 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027
Meet the cast
Get to know the stars bringing the magic, mayhem, music and mischief to the stage this Christmas!
Rosie Bentham as Cinderella
Stepping into the iconic crystal slippers is Rosie Bentham, best known for her role as Gabby Thomas in ITV’s long-running soap Emmerdale.
Since joining the show in 2016, Rosie has become a recognisable face on UK television. Her engaging and authentic performances have seen her character navigate a number of challenging storylines, earning Rosie praise for her portrayal of the complexities of teenage life and its struggles.
A proud Nottingham native, Rosie is returning close to home to bring warmth, charm and a touch of fairytale magic to this classic rags-to-riches story.
Rosie said:
“Swapping the Yorkshire Dales for a bit of panto sparkle this year! I’m so excited to be joining Cinderella in Mansfield – especially performing so close to my Nottingham roots. See you all there!”
Adam Moss as Buttons
Adam Moss is a familiar face at Mansfield Palace Theatre, returning annually since 2014 to appear as our pantomime comic.
As well as performing on stage, Adam has played a key role in the local community, writing scripts and delivering creative workshops for children across Mansfield, as well as supporting Mansfield Community Theatre. He is also a familiar voice on the airwaves, presenting his own show on Mansfield Radio, as well as hosting charity quiz nights and supporting numerous events across the local area.
This Christmas, Adam swaps the airwaves for the stage in his role as Buttons, Cinderella’s loyal and loveable friend and promises to bring his trademark mischief, warmth and laugh-out-loud comedy.
Jamie Morris and Tarot Joseph as Melody and Harmony Hardup
The unstoppable double act Jamie Morris and Tarot Joseph return to Mansfield Palace Theatre as Cinderella’s fabulously outrageous Ugly Sisters, Melody and Harmony Hardup.
With their larger-than-life personalities, outrageous costumes and plenty of sibling rivalry, the pair are ready to bring chaos, comedy and plenty of panto mischief to the Palace stage.
Joseph Dockree as Prince Charming
Joseph Dockree returns to Mansfield Palace Theatre this Christmas as Prince Charming, following his hugely popular appearance as Prince Frederick in last year’s Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs.
Trained at The Royal Ballet School and Laine Theatre Arts, Joseph has built an impressive career spanning musical theatre, ballet, television and choreography.
His West End credits include Mrs Doubtfire at the Shaftesbury Theatre and Mary Poppins at the Prince Edward Theatre. He has also appeared in Cabaret, Shrek and Funny Girl on UK tours, as well as performing internationally in productions including Mary Poppins in Vienna, Beauty and the Beast in Paris and Dance of the Vampires in Berlin.
Joseph has also played Prince Charming in One Man’s Dream II: The Magic Lives On at Tokyo Disneyland, while his ballet credits include Sleeping Beauty with The Royal Ballet at the Royal Opera House, and The Nutcracker and Coppélia with Birmingham Royal Ballet at Birmingham Hippodrome.
His television credits include This Is Your Life France: Céline Dion and ITV’s Born to Shine, as well as appearing in the 2010 M&S Christmas commercial.
Away from performing, Joseph has worked as a choreographer for Sting and the Elton John AIDS Foundation, as well as for companies including Marmite.
After winning over Mansfield audiences as Prince Frederick last Christmas, Joseph is delighted to return to the Palace – this time swapping one fairytale kingdom for another as Cinderella’s Prince Charming.
Joseph said:
“I am truly so excited to be returning to Mansfield this year and to be back with the incredible team at Mansfield Palace Theatre. Performing in Snow White last year was such a fun experience that I was very honoured to be asked to return to play Prince Charming in Cinderella. Who could resist the opportunity to work with the comic genius that is Adam Moss again? I can’t wait to be back in Mansfield for what is bound to be an awesome Christmas period.”
Niamh Hendron as Fairy Godmother
Niamh Hendron trained at Leeds Conservatoire in Musical Theatre, graduating as part of the institution’s first graduating year in 2022. She gained a First-Class Degree, as well as the Principal’s Award for Contribution to the Conservatoire.
Her theatre credits include The MGM Story (Hope Mill Theatre), Snow White (Mansfield Palace Theatre), Sleeping Beauty (Malvern Theatres), Robinson Crusoe (Grand Opera House York), Sir Tom & The TJ Big Band (UK Tour), Old Granny Goose (Grand Opera House York) and Cinema Inferno for Maison Margiela with Imitating The Dog.
Pantomime holds a particularly special place in Niamh’s heart. It was her first exposure to theatre when, aged five, she watched Cinderella at City Varieties Theatre in Leeds. That experience sparked her passion for performing and began a journey which would eventually see her become a professional actor.
After years of hard work, learning from inspiring teachers and with the support of her family, Niamh has come full circle – and she is delighted to be spending another Christmas season in Mansfield, this time spreading festive magic as the Fairy Godmother. She tells us:
““I am incredibly excited to be back this Christmas. As a young girl, Cinderella was the first live show I watched, and it inspired me to follow my dream in performing. I know how important Panto is to Mansfield, so I am honoured to be part of it once again. I look forward to spreading some Christmas joy – this time, as the Fairy Godmother!”
Come to the Ball!
With a star-filled cast, spectacular costumes, plenty of laughs and a sprinkling of Christmas magic, Cinderella promises a festive treat for the whole family.
Don’t wait for your invitation – book your tickets now and make sure every member of the family has a ball this Christmas.
More fun than you can shake a pumpkin at!
Box Office: 01623 463133
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