First Family Entertainment and the Opera House, Manchester are thrilled to present a fairy tale classic for all the family – Aladdin!It’s a pure genie-us of a panto, with an all star cast!

Loose Women favourite, and star of the all-new Are You Being Served?, Sherrie Hewson, will be appearing as The Genie of the Ring, opposite one of Manchester's best-loved actors, John Thomson (Cold Feet) as the evil Abanazar. Pop sensation Ben Adams (A1) will tread the boards as the title role, Aladdin, and to complete the line-up, writer, director and one of the best dames in the business, Eric Potts will star as Widow Twankey!

If you’re looking for festive family fun, your wish is our command! Enter the cave of wonders, rub the magic lamp and be transported to an enchanting world that is sure to be Manchester's highlight this Christmas!

OUR RELAXED PERFORMANCE IS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR PATRONS WITH A CONDITION ON THE AUTISTIC SPECTRUM. The story itself does not change and as such is suitable viewing for all patrons.