Seasonal spirits flatline in the Oldham Coliseum’s site-specific Christmas show

Circus spin-off lacks the Aardman wit and charm that made Shaun shine

Liam Tobin’s dame makes up for a song-stuffed panto that plays fast and loose with its story

Splashy showbiz glamour makes for one of the Royal Exchange’s best Christmas shows in years

Wonderfully designed production from director Amy Leach and adaptor Deborah McAndrew relocates the Dickens classic to Leeds

Phylip Harries’ brilliant dame leads an infectiously fun cast in a thoroughly feelgood panto

Unconventional twists sprinkle fresh fairy dust over classic tale

Sparky new musical about a band of lesbian mechanics and political campaigners

Touring revival of the Kinks jukebox musical proves heavy weather

Busy production sometimes breaks its own spell