All you need to know about panto season in Peterborough, Stamford and Spalding

Rapunzel is already up and running at South Holland Centre (oh yes it is) until December 30.

Polka Dot Pantomimes are back for another all singing, all dancing festive extravaganza, sharing the thrilling story of the lonely princess with the super-hair, trapped in a tower but longing for a life of adventure in the outside world.

Boo, hiss and cheer along to a show packed with up-beat singing and dancing, fabulous costumes and plenty of fun and frolics for the whole family to enjoy.

Beauty and the Beast at The Cresset, in Peterborough, opened last night (with shows through to December 31), set in a world of enchanted castles, magical spells, and talking furniture, it t promises a spectacular blend of classic panto tradition and fresh, modern flair.

On December 16, Jack & The Beanstalk opens at New Theatre, Peterborough, on December 16, running until January 4. Once again the cast are promising a Christmas packed with comedy chaos, live music, spectacular special effects, dazzling costumes and plenty of audience participation.

Then on December 19, Stamford Arts Centre's professional in-house pantomime returns with a brand new adventure - Alice In Wonderland. Made in Stamford...for Stamford by the arts centre team with lots of local cast and creatives.

Join Alice as she journeys down the rabbit hole and into the heart of Wonderland, meeting all kinds of curious characters along the way. However, she’ll need to be careful to avoid the Queen of Hearts if she wants to keep a-head! Will she ever manage to get home? Will the White Rabbit ever be on time? Will the Hatter ever actually sell a hat?

The show is packed with colourful costumes, hilarious jokes, loads of local nods and references and stunning scenery designed by local artist Karen Neale.

Finally, from December 23-January 1, The Wizard Of OZ Pantomime takes to the Stamford Corn Exchange stage.

Stamford Pantomime Players is the longest serving society in Stamford and have been performing shows since 1951. Will they ever meet the Wizard? Will they rid Oz of the wicked witch of the West? Will they all get their hearts desire? Will Dorothy ever get home?

For tickets see the venues’ websites.