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Jack and the Beanstalk – Hackney Empire panto
Hackney Empire
Jack and the Beanstalk – Hackney Empire panto is a theatre day out at Hackney Empire for all ages. Dates: 21 Nov – 31 Dec. Price: From £10.
Some details are still being checked. Confirm with the organiser before you go.
- Dates
- 21 Nov – 31 Dec
- Ages
- All ages; under-3s may sit on an adult's lap; 4+ need own ticket.
- Price
- From £10
- Energy
- Moderate
- Setting
- Indoors · Rain-proof
- Getting there
- Hackney Central (London Overground), 2 min. · Zone 2
- Tickets
- On sale
About
Hackney Empire's famous traditional family pantomime, one of London's best-loved.
Ideal for: Multi-generational family wanting a loud, joyful traditional panto at budget prices.
- Whole family
- Christmas holidays
- Grandparents
- First theatre trip
- With grandparents
- Groups and parties
When and booking
- Times
- Various matinee and evening performances.
Prices
- Adults
- £10-£48 + £1.50 per ticket
- Children
- £10-£48 (£2 off concessions)
- Family of four (est.)
- £40
- Under-age free
- Under 4s go free
- Memberships & discounts
- £2 off concessions; schools £14; NHS/key workers £12 on 2, 4 and 11 Dec 7pm.
Access and SEN
- Wheelchair access
- Toddler-friendly
- Under-2s welcome (partly)
- SEN / relaxed sessions
Relaxed Sat 5 Dec 1.30pm; BSL Sat 5 Dec 1.30pm & 6pm, Thu 17 Dec 1.30pm & 7pm.
BSL interpreted, relaxed, dementia-friendly, and audio-described performances available.
Good to know
- Address
- 291 Mare Street, Hackney, London, E8 1EJ
What they'll learn
Links to: Drama.
What people say
Fabulously exhilarating and heart-warming... A gloriously life-affirming show.
Questions families ask
- What age is Jack and the Beanstalk for?
- All ages; under-3s may sit on an adult's lap; 4+ need own ticket.
- How much does Jack and the Beanstalk cost?
- Adults: £10-£48 + £1.50 per ticket. Children: £10-£48 (£2 off concessions). Under-4s go free. Prices are as the organiser lists them; check when you book.
- When is Jack and the Beanstalk on?
- 21 Nov – 31 Dec.
- Where is Jack and the Beanstalk and how do we get there?
- Hackney Empire, 291 Mare Street, Hackney, London, E8 1EJ. Nearest station: Hackney Central (London Overground), 2 min.
- Is Jack and the Beanstalk wheelchair accessible?
- Yes, the organiser says it is wheelchair accessible. BSL interpreted, relaxed, dementia-friendly, and audio-described performances available.
- Is Jack and the Beanstalk good for children with SEN?
- Yes: there are dedicated relaxed or SEN sessions. Relaxed Sat 5 Dec 1.30pm; BSL Sat 5 Dec 1.30pm & 6pm, Thu 17 Dec 1.30pm & 7pm.
- Is Jack and the Beanstalk good for a rainy day?
- Yes, it's rain-proof.
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