Panto

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

Ashcroft Theatre, Croydon

Friday, December 4 until Sunday, January 3

Croydon's Ashcroft Theatre panto this year has a star-studded cast to entertain you.

The classic panto Snow White features The Magnificent Seven dwarves as well as some famous faces.

Letitia Dean stars as the Wicked Queen, Keavy Lynch is Snow White, and Sooty and Sweep will be putting in an appearance, too.

Tickets from £16.50, call 020 8688 9291.

For information on times go to www.fairfield.co.uk.

Aladdin

New Wimbledon Theatre

Friday, December 4 until Sunday, January 10

No doubt about it - you get the most stars for your money in Wimbledon this Christmas.

The magical tale of Aladdin has last year's Croydon lead, Brian Blessed, as its resident celebrity.

But the role of the genie will be shared between three big names - Pamela Anderson, Ruby Wax and Paul O'Grady.

Tickets from £15, call 0844 871 7646.

For more information on times go to www.ambassadortickets.com/wimbledon.

Sleeping Beauty

The Churchill, Bromley

Friday, December 4 until Sunday, January 10

Another panto favourite comes to Bromley, with Sleeping Beauty.

Will the princess find her prince? Will she wake up from her deep sleep in time? And can the Wicked Fairy ever be stopped?

Actress and singer Claire Sweeney stars as the Wicked Fairy, with comedian Kev Orkian as the jester.

Tickets from £18, call 0844 871 7620.

For more information on times go to www.ambassadortickets.com/bromley.

Other Theatre Previews

Little Women

Miller Centre, Caterham

Until Saturday, December 5

Louisa M. Alcott's beloved tales come to the Miller Centre stage.

The March family are living in New England during the American Civil War.

This play follows their efforts to get on with life while their father is absent, and the lives and loves of four sisters.

Performances at 8pm.

Tickets from £7, call 01883 349 850.

Elvis On Tour

Fairfield, Croydon

Friday, December 4

There must be more Elvises than any other tribute act.

But Lee "Memphis" King is known as one of the best in the business and here he pays tribute to the early days of rock n roll.

Featuring the '68 Comeback Special and Elvis's Las Vegas performances.

Performance at 8pm.

Tickets from £20.50, call 020 8688 9291.

Muaythai Legends

Fairfield, Croydon

Saturday, December 5

This is billed as the world's most exciting combat sport and is back after a successful Croydon date earlier this year.

England take on Thailand in this show of non-stop action.

Kicks, punches, knees and elbows are all allowed - watch out!

Performance at 4.45pm.

Tickets from £25, call 020 8688 9291.

Thumbelina

Charles Cryer Studio Theatre, Carshalton

Saturday, December 5 until Thursday, December 31

Based on the Hans Christian Anderson story is this lovely tale for young children.

Thumbelina is a little girl no bigger than your thumb, but she's about to set off on an enormous adventure with goodies, baddies and lots of songs along the way.

For performances see www.suttontheatres.co.uk.

Tickets £9 adults, £8 children, call 020 8770 6990.

Daniel O'Donnell

Fairfield, Croydon

Sunday, December 6

Another returning face to Fairfield this week is Daniel O'Donnell.

Ireland's easy listening entertainer continues to draw in the crowds with his sell-out shows.

Performance at 7.30pm.

Tickets from £30, call 020 8688 9291.

Trinity Boys Choir

Fairfield, Croydon

Tuesday, December 8

The high standard local school choir take on the lunchtime concert this week.

This is their annual Christmas concert including old favourites, new carols and different arrangements.

As usual, the audience will be welcome to join in, too.

Performance at 1.05pm.

Tickets £5, call 020 8688 9291.

An Evening with Rabbi Lionel Blue

Fairfield, Croydon

Tuesday, December 8

It doesn't matter what religion you are, Rabbi Lionel Blue is always entertaining.

He uses his own experiences and offbeat sense of humour to tell a selection of stories that will have you gripped.

Performance at 8pm.

Tickets from £17.50, call 020 8688 9291.

Twinkle, Twinkle

Charles Cryer Studio Theatre, Carshalton

Tuesday, December 8 until Thursday, December 24

In The Wings Productions, the company who are putting on Thumbelina, also have this show for very little children.

Little theatre goers are welcome to join in with all the fun and songs, including Queen of the Night and Man in the Moon.

For performances see www.suttontheatres.co.uk.

Tickets £5 adults, £4 children, call 020 8770 6990.

That'll Be the Day

Fairfield, Croydon

Wednesday, December 9

The gang from That'll Be the Day are back with a brand new Christmas show.

Unique comedy routines mix with festive hits to make a feelgood Christmas party atmosphere.

Get in the spirit with Trevor, Gary and the gang.

Performance at 8pm.

Tickets from £19, call 020 8688 9291.

Stephen K. Amos

Fairfield, Croydon

Thursday, December 10

Stephen K. Amos is on his third UK stand-up tour, this time with The Feelgood Factor.

This new show is bursting with more fun and bonhomie than ever before.

Forget your seasonal woes and make yourself feel good with The Feelgood Factor.

Performance at 8pm.

Tickets £17, call 020 8688 9291.

Hansel and Gretel

Secombe Theatre, Sutton

Thursday, December 10 until Thursday, December 17

Two brave children venture into the woods to save their village from an approaching enemy.

On their adventure they find trolls, woodland creatures, and of course a wicked witch in a house made of sweets.

Performed by the Full House Theatre Company.

For performances go to www.suttontheatres.co.uk.

Tickets £11 adults, £9 children, call 020 8770 6990.