Hansel and Gretel The Sticky and Sweet Panto Capitol Theatre 2025

Hansel & Gretel – The Sticky & Sweet Panto
November 21 – December 28, 2025
Hansel & Gretel
The Sticky & Sweet Panto
A twisted and sugary fairytale for the holidays!

Hansel and Gretel are siblings who are abandoned in a forest, and due to some rather unfortunate navigation, they fall into the hands of a nasty witch who lives in a gingerbread house. With songs you know and love, hilarious characters, and the silliest of stories, this sugar-laden panto will have you rolling in the aisles!
“Kempson’s script is funny and thoughtful.” – Toronto Star

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THE CAPITOL THEATRE PORT HOPE 

ANNOUNCES THE CAST & CREATIVE TEAM FOR THE WORLD PREMIERE OF HANSEL & GRETEL – THE STICKY & SWEET PANTO

September 9, 2025 (Port Hope, ON) – The Capitol Theatre Port Hope has shared the cast and creative team for the world premiere of Hansel & Gretel – The Sticky and Sweet Panto, written and directed by the Capitol’s Artistic Director, Rob Kempson. As in past years there will be performances suitable for the “Naughty,” recommended for guests of 16 years of age or more, and for the “Nice,” a version recommended for ages eight and up. The panto runs from November 21 to December 28 and tickets are on sale now: visit capitoltheatre.com for more details.

Hansel and Gretel are siblings who are abandoned in a forest, and due to some rather unfortunate navigation, they fall into the hands of a nasty witch who lives in a gingerbread house. With songs you know and love, hilarious characters, and the silliest of stories, this sugar-laden panto will have you rolling in the aisles. 

The roles of Hansel and Gretel will be played by Amir Haidar and Michelle Yu, with Jacob MacInnis as the Witch. The ensemble also includes: Kory Fulton, Arinea Hermans, Jeremy Lapalme, Yunike Soedarmasto, Nathanael Judah and musician Justin Han.

Says Kempson: “I am honoured to be the writer of our annual panto this year, one of the most anticipated events in our community over the holidays. Ever since joining the Capitol in 2021, I have wanted to adapt Hansel & Gretel for our panto tradition and I’m delighted to share my silly vision with Capitol audiences.”

The panto creative team includes choreographer Genny Sermonia, music director Scott Pietrangelo with music arrangements by Jeff Newberry, set designer Anna Treusch, associate set designer Mary Witlib, costume designer Joyce Padua, lighting designer Michelle Ramsay, sound designer Christie Heriot, Stage Manager Kat Chin, assistant stage manager Jess Gordon, and assistant director Jill Harper.

Visit capitoltheatre.com/hansel-and-gretel/ for more information.

Naughty: Pay-What-You-Can Preview – November 21; Opening Night: November 22 at 7:30 p.m.; Indigenous Community Night – December 1. Nice: Opening Performing: November 22 at 2 p.m.

Location: Capitol Theatre Port Hope  (20 Queen St, Port Hope, ON)

Tickets range from $22 to $48 with discount offers available for children under the age of 12, youth under the age of 30, groups of 15 or more, and arts workers. Call the box office to find out more at 1-905-885-1071 or visit CapitolTheatre.com.

Development sponsor: Elexicon Energy 

PWYC pricing is offered for all mainstage and second stage preview performances, to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to attend live, professional theatre in the community. Check the schedule for details.

The Capitol Theatre also offers general  assistance, accessible parking, wheelchair and low mobility access and seating, washroom accessibility, and hearing assistance devices. To learn more visit https://capitoltheatre.com/accessibility/.

Recurring Event: Yes

Start: 11/21/2025 / End: 12/28/2025
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