Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (Pantomime)
New Victoria Theatre
We recently attended Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at the New Victoria Theatre, and it was an absolutely fantastic pantomime experience from start to finish. Full of laughter, colour, energy and classic panto magic, this production delivered everything you could hope for from a festive family show and more.
This was clearly a modern take on Snow White, which may explain why there wasn’t as much focus on Snow White herself or the Dwarfs as in more traditional versions. However, this certainly didn’t detract from the enjoyment. Instead, the spotlight was firmly on the main characters, who carried the show brilliantly and kept the audience thoroughly entertained throughout.
Lesley Joseph was, as expected, a true professional and a joy to watch. She brought warmth, comedy and impeccable timing to her role, engaging effortlessly with the audience and delivering her lines with confidence and flair. Her experience in pantomime really shone through, and she was a constant source of laughter.
However, the real standout of the show for us was Rob Rinder. He showed a completely different side to himself that many of us hadn’t seen before, proving just how versatile and talented he is. His performance was confident, funny and surprisingly charismatic, and he absolutely stole the show. From his comic delivery to his interaction with the audience, Rob Rinder was a delight and, in our opinion, the true star of the production.
Aaron James also deserves huge praise for keeping the energy levels high from beginning to end. He had a fantastic rapport with the audience and played his role perfectly, especially during the sections involving audience participation. One of the highlights was when he brought the children up on stage near the end of the show, a moment that perfectly captured the heart of pantomime and brought smiles to everyone in the theatre.
The costumes were absolutely fantastic, colourful, creative and eye‑catching, adding to the magical atmosphere of the show. The group dance routines were slick, lively and very well performed, showing great teamwork from the cast and adding an extra layer of spectacle to the production.
Overall, this was a fun‑filled, joyful and highly entertaining pantomime that provided plenty of laughs and a wonderful sense of escapism. We thoroughly enjoyed every minute and would wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone looking for a great night out, whether as a family, a couple or with friends.
A truly enjoyable show and definitely worth going to.
★★★★★
Reviewed on Tuesday 9th December 2025 by Valerie Field
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