Will your Christmas wishes come true – OH YES THEY WILL! As Orchard West and Imagine Theatre announce that the much-loved TV personality Linda Robson will star in this year’s spectacular family pantomime Aladdin at Dartford’s Orchard West from 13 December 2025 to 04 January 2026.
Linda began acting in childhood and has remained a familiar face on British screens ever since, the celebrated actress became a household name when she took on the iconic role as Tracey Stubbs in the hit sitcom Birds of a Feather. She is also known for being a regular panellist on ITV’s Loose Women. Linda also starred as Maggie Moon in Shine on Harvey Moon and has appeared on the small screen in Harry’s Game, The Bill, Casualty, and the comedy L for Lester. Her film credits include Bermondsey Tales, Anuvahood, and Outside Bet. On stage, she has performed in The Vagina Monologues, Grumpy Old Women Live, and numerous pantomimes across the UK. Linda also wrote her own autobiography, Truth Be Told, which became a Sunday Times Best Seller.
With further exciting casting still to be announced Linda is thrilled to be joining the cast of Aladdin this year in Dartford, spreading festive magic and laughter on stage over the Christmas season. She is very excited for her granddaughters to see the show!
Aladdin will once again be presented by award-winning family run panto producer Imagine Theatre who will bring the much-loved fairytale to life with all of the panto ingredients you know and love – expect a dastardly villain, a hapless comic, a hilarious panto dame, as well as fabulous musical numbers, bags of slapstick fun and a magic lamp to make all your panto dreams come true!
Theatre Director, Tal Rosen said ‘We’re absolutely delighted to announce Linda Robson is starring in this year’s pantomime, Aladdin, as Jasmine’s Mother. As a much-loved household name, Linda will undoubtably bring her warmth, humour and unmistakable personality to Orchard West. She is a perfect fit for Dartford this Christmas, and Aladdin is guaranteed to be a special festive production. We look forward to welcoming Linda in her first panto role here in Dartford and we know our audiences will welcome this exciting news.’
Will Aladdin be able to thwart the wicked sorcerer, gain control of the magic lamp and win the heart of Jasmine? Come along and find out!
Take a magic carpet ride this festive season to Orchard West for a panto adventure everyone will enjoy whether you’re 3 or 103!
With tickets from just £15 they are bound to fly out of the door quickly so make sure you book early for this fabulous festive treat and watch this space for more exciting panto news coming soon!