Dive into a world of fantastical hilarity and saucy humour with tickets to Sleeping Beauty Takes A Prick! – the reimagined version of the classic pantomime written by playwrights Jon Bradfield and Martin Hooper. This rendition is cleverly packed with all the wacky, campy antics of a traditional pantomime and much more. Expect an outlandish journey with plenty of risqué humour, rainbow sparkles, and modern cultural references which tackle issues such as homophobia.
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why watch sleeping beauty takes a prick!
This year, Charing Cross Theatre presents a unique and sexy twist on the classic tale of Sleeping Beauty with their queer Christmas show, Sleeping Beauty Takes A Prick! With its hilariously witty dialogue and vibrant sets that will leave audiences wanting more, this production is guaranteed to be a fun-filled way to bring in the festive season. Sleeping Beauty Takes A Prick is a 21st-century queer fairytale that stars a cast of diverse characters as they take you on an adventure filled with saucy surprises. From toe-tapping musical numbers to raunchy comedy scenes, this production will surely leave you in stitches.
The Story
Take a journey back to the small kingdom of Slutvia and its 21st century celebration. The widowed Queen Gertrude, high on her station but eager for companionship, is searching for a spouse while her son Prince Beauty is looking for his prince charming. Amidst the royal garden, the young prince encounters some unforeseen trouble, yet unbeknownst to the two monarchs they are suddenly transported to the modern day where the National Trust manages their former residences and true love awaits them behind a generic profile on Grindr. Purchase your Sleeping Beauty Takes A Prick! tickets to witness an amusing and risqué pantomime unfold.
This adult-friendly performance will showcase cheeky comedy as well as captivating scenes that offer a unique twist on the classic fairytale of Sleeping Beauty. Be prepared to laugh along with playful songs that bring out the humour in all characters while they take part in this decadent affair full of unexpected surprises and passionate romance. So come join Queen Gertrude and Prince Beauty as they discover love in the modern world!
Good for
Adult audiences | Fans of romance | Fans of comedy
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Show Details
Genre: Pantomime
Duration: To be confirmed
Audience: 18+
No. of Shows a Week: ~8
Opening Date: 23 Nov 2023
Closing Date: 13 Jan 2024
Theatre name: Charing Cross Theatre
Seating Capacity: 265
Theatre Facilities: Restrooms, Bar, Accessible Toilets and Wheelchair Spaces
Dress Code: Smart casual
Director
Andrew Beckett
Leading Roles
Matthew Baldwin as Queen Gertrude
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