Cinderella: Buttons Undone!
Thu 17 Dec · 19:30
Charing Cross Theatre
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Scheduled for 17 December 2026 at the Charing Cross Theatre in London, this adult pantomime reimagines the classic fairy tale through a darker, more sophisticated lens crafted by Jon Bradfield and Martin Hooper. Directed by Anthea Bell, the production features an original score by Bradfield that promises to delve into themes of transformation and identity within a theatrical framework designed for mature audiences. Tickets are available from £10.00 for this forthcoming performance which will unfold amidst the historic walls of the venue.
About Cinderella: Buttons Undone!
Cinderella: Buttons Undone! at Charing Cross Theatre is an adult pantomime written by Jon Bradfield and Martin Hooper, with songs by Jon Bradfield and direction by Andrew Beckett. It comes from award-winning adult panto queens He’s Behind You!
The story is set in Lob-on-Sea, where tennis champion Ivan Yassandvich is choosing a bride. Hotel maid Cindy, her stepsister boss Mercedes and Cindy’s gay best friend Buttons are drawn into the action in this fairytale pantomime version of Cinderella.
Following last year’s Beauty and the Beast: A Horny Love Story!, the source describes this production as a deeply adult pantomime.
Dates: 21 November 2026 to 9 January 2027.
Before you book
This event is strictly for ages 18 and over. No refunds or exchanges are available after purchase.
Venue
Charing Cross Theatre, The Arches, Villiers Street, London, WC2N 6NL.
Current cast
Matthew Baldwin and Chris Lane are listed in the current cast.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Frequently asked questions
Cinderella: Buttons Undone! takes place on Thursday, 17 December 2026 at 19:30.
Cinderella: Buttons Undone! is held at Charing Cross Theatre in London (The Arches, Villiers Street, London, WC2N 6NL).
Tickets for Cinderella: Buttons Undone! are priced at £10. Live prices and availability are shown on Skiddle.
Tickets for Cinderella: Buttons Undone! can be booked via Skiddle using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Cinderella: Buttons Undone!
Editorial Summary
Scheduled for 17 December 2026 at the Charing Cross Theatre in London, this adult pantomime reimagines the classic fairy tale through a darker, more sophisticated lens crafted by Jon Bradfield and Martin Hooper. Directed by Anthea Bell, the production features an original score by Bradfield that promises to delve into themes of transformation and identity within a theatrical framework designed for mature audiences. Tickets are available from £10.00 for this forthcoming performance which will unfold amidst the historic walls of the venue.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
About Cinderella: Buttons Undone!
Cinderella: Buttons Undone! at Charing Cross Theatre is an adult pantomime written by Jon Bradfield and Martin Hooper, with songs by Jon Bradfield and direction by Andrew Beckett. It comes from award-winning adult panto queens He’s Behind You!
The story is set in Lob-on-Sea, where tennis champion Ivan Yassandvich is choosing a bride. Hotel maid Cindy, her stepsister boss Mercedes and Cindy’s gay best friend Buttons are drawn into the action in this fairytale pantomime version of Cinderella.
Following last year’s Beauty and the Beast: A Horny Love Story!, the source describes this production as a deeply adult pantomime.
Dates: 21 November 2026 to 9 January 2027.
Before you book
This event is strictly for ages 18 and over. No refunds or exchanges are available after purchase.
Venue
Charing Cross Theatre, The Arches, Villiers Street, London, WC2N 6NL.
Current cast
Matthew Baldwin and Chris Lane are listed in the current cast.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
📍 Venue
Charing Cross TheatreThe Arches, Villiers Street, London, WC2N 6NL
St James's, London
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When is Cinderella: Buttons Undone!?
Cinderella: Buttons Undone! takes place on Thursday, 17 December 2026 at 19:30.
Where is Cinderella: Buttons Undone! taking place?
Cinderella: Buttons Undone! is held at Charing Cross Theatre in London (The Arches, Villiers Street, London, WC2N 6NL).
How much are tickets for Cinderella: Buttons Undone!?
Tickets for Cinderella: Buttons Undone! are priced at £10. Live prices and availability are shown on Skiddle.
How do I get tickets for Cinderella: Buttons Undone!?
Tickets for Cinderella: Buttons Undone! can be booked via Skiddle using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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