insideKENT Magazine Issue 45 - December 2015 | Page 35

EVENTS Dick Whittington // 12 Dec – 3 Jan Medieval Christmas at The Canterbury Tales // 19 & 20 Dec Join Dick Whittington, Alice Fitzwarren and the lovable Tommy the Cat on an enchanting pantomime adventure. This dazzling production will be spectacularly brought to life with an abundance of comedy, stunning sets, fabulous costumes and the magic and audience participation you have come to expect from one of Kent’s biggest pantomimes. TV star, actor and comedian Shane Richie will star! 1pm, 2pm, 5pm, 7pm (various dates). Price: from £7.50 The Orchard Theatre, Home Gardens, Dartford DA1 1ED www.orchardtheatre.co.uk / 01322 220000 Enjoy a magical medieval Christmas this year at the award-winning Canterbury Tales attraction. On December 19th and 20th, The Canterbury Tales will be transformed into a festive wonderland for visitors to explore as they step back in time to 14th-century England. Start your adventure at the Tabard Inn, where Santa’s elf will be busily wrapping gifts in front of the roaring fire. With carol singing and jolly pilgrims along the way it’s then off through the snow-filled streets of old London in search of the icicle-covered Christmas tree, which will be adorned with medieval decorations such as fruits and animals. From 10am. Price: £7 (children £10) The Canterbury Tales, St. Margaret's Street, Canterbury CT1 2TG www.canterburytales.org.uk / 01227 479227 Aladdin //