• Venue King's Head Theatre, London
  • Performance dates 22 November 2026 - 3 January 2027
  • Age guidelines All ages welcome! Children under 3 go free and do not require a ticket when sitting on a ticketed grown-up's lap (no individual seat provided).

Book now for Dick Whittington and His Cat -the family panto returning to the King’s Head Theatre with RuPaul’s Drag Race UK favourites River Medway and Victoria Scone.

Dick Whittington in London

Back for its third year, North London’s favourite panto is sure to bring festive cheer for all the family, with show-stopping musical numbers, toe-tapping tunes and a whole lotta laughs.

RuPaul’s Drag Race UK favourites River Medway and Victoria Scone star in both this and the theatre’s family-friendly production, with Victoria returning as Dragpus, following her appearance as Dame Trott in 2025’s Jack and the Beanstalk. River makes her King’s Head Theatre debut as Queen Rat.

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Book Dick Whittington and His Cat tickets

This family-friendly panto plays at King’s Head Theatre from 22 November 2026 to 3 January 2027. Book your tickets now so you don’t miss out on the family fun!

Dick Whittington’s adventure begins when he journeys to London town to find fame and fortune, with his trusty cat in tow. But with rats running riot, the big city doesn’t quite match up to his dreams. Can our young hero save Islington from the Rat King’s clutches, and restore London to its former glory? And will he find love along the way?

Back for its third year, this show-stopping family pantomime features musical numbers, toe-tapping tunes and plenty of laughs for all ages.

Performance Information

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Nov 2026
Dec 2026
Jan 2027

Stars and Creatives

Who is in the cast of Dick Whittington and His Cat?

  • Dragpus: Victoria Scone
  • Queen Rat: River Medway
  • Dick Whittington: Joseph Vella 
  • Alice Fitzgerald: Patricia Wilkins
  • Ding-Dong/Elvis Pawsley: Sé Carr 
  • Anne Semble and understudy: Ash Weir

Who are the creative team of Dick Whittington and His Cat?

  • Writer & Director: Andrew Pollard
  • Set & Costume Designer: Nicky Bunch
  • Musical Supervisor / Musical Director: George W. Parris
  • Lighting Designer: Alex Lewer
  • Sound Designer: Anna Short

Venue Information

King's Head Theatre , Islington Square 116 Upper Street, London, N1 1AB

Nearest Tube or Train: Angel(Northern Line), Highbury & Islington (Victoria Line or Overground)

Nearest Buses: 4, 19, 30, 43

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dick Whittington and His Cat is playing at the King's Head Theatre in London
The age recommendations for Dick Whittington and His Cat are: All ages welcome! Children under 3 go free and do not require a ticket when sitting on a ticketed grown-up's lap (no individual seat provided).
To buy official London Theatre tickets to Dick Whittington and His Cat, click on the Get Tickets button at the top of this page. You will be able to access the booking calendar to check live ticket availability and prices and see any exclusive offers or discounts. You will be purchasing tickets from an authorised retailer and member of the Society of Ticket Agents and Retailers.
Yes, Dick Whittington and His Cat has matinee performances on the following days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday

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