Liverpool’s Christmas theatre season is already shaping up to be a big one, as Coronation Street star Ryan Mulvey has been announced for Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at The Epstein Theatre.
The festive family pantomime will run at the Hanover Street theatre from Saturday 5 December 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027, with tickets priced from £13.
Presented by Regal Entertainments Ltd, the production promises laugh-out-loud comedy, dazzling costumes, special effects and plenty of festive magic for families visiting Liverpool city centre this Christmas.
Ryan Mulvey to star as Prince Fredrick
Ryan Mulvey will play Prince Fredrick in the production, marking his stage debut.
The Altrincham-born actor studied at TMC Performing Arts in Manchester before landing the role of JJ Osborne in Hollyoaks.
Since then, Ryan has appeared on screens as Brody Michaelis in Coronation Street, earning praise from soap fans and nominations including Best Newcomer and Best Young Performer at the Inside Soap Awards, as well as a nomination for Best Soap Villain at the I Talk Telly Awards.
Speaking about joining the Epstein Theatre panto, Ryan said: “I couldn’t be more excited to perform in Liverpool this Christmas, I have heard amazing things about Regal Entertainments pantos and the historic Epstein Theatre. Performing there will be the perfect way to spend the festive season. I can’t wait to share laughter, magic, and happy memories with everyone. It’s going to be truly special!”
Leanne Campbell returns as the Magic Mirror
Liverpool favourite Leanne Campbell will also appear in person as the Magic Mirror.
Leanne is well known to local audiences through theatre, radio and television, with a stage career that began when she was just 10. Her early roles included Annie at the Liverpool Playhouse and an award-winning performance as young Helen in Twopence to Cross the Mersey.
She has since appeared in productions including Me and My Girl, Carousel, The Sound of Music, Scrooge, The Salon, The Salon – The Sequel!, Achy Breaky Bride and The Rocky Horror Show at Liverpool Playhouse.
Leanne also wrote and starred in the comedy play Pete Price is Dead at Liverpool’s Royal Court in 2020, and has become a familiar festive face through numerous pantomime appearances, including five years at the Liverpool Empire.
What is Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs about?
When the Magic Mirror declares Snow White the fairest of them all, the Wicked Queen’s jealousy sparks an evil plan.
Determined to reclaim her title, the Queen orders the young princess’s demise. But Snow White escapes into the deep, dark forbidden forest, where she finds shelter in a strange cottage belonging to some very unusual characters.
The Wicked Queen, however, is not finished. With a poisoned red apple and revenge in mind, she sets out to make sure Snow White is gone forever.
Meanwhile, Prince Fredrick is searching for his perfect bride. With a little help from Muddles and Nurse Nelly, true love may still win the day.
Expect all the classic panto ingredients: big characters, family comedy, audience participation, colourful costumes, festive fun and a magical story for all ages.
Regal Entertainments brings panto back to The Epstein
The production is presented by Regal Entertainments Ltd, which has been bringing family-friendly theatre, comedy, drama and pantomime to the North West for more than 20 years.
The company is run by mother-and-daughter producing team Jane Joseph and Chantelle Joseph, who are known for staging popular pantomimes at St Helens Theatre Royal and The Epstein Theatre.
Panto director Chantelle Joseph said: “I’m absolutely thrilled to announce Ryan Mulvey is making his panto debut with us at the Epstein Theatre this Christmas. He’s a young actor who brings dynamic energy and versatility to all his performances and I know Liverpool audiences are going to absolutely love him when he appears as Prince Fredrick.
“I’m also delighted Leanne Campbell is reprising her role, this time in person, as the Magic Mirror which she played so brilliantly in digital form two years ago. And I can’t wait to return to the historic Epstein Theatre where we enjoyed such a fantastic time last Christmas with Cinderella, and a wonderful Easter in the company of the Wizard of Oz.”
When is Snow White at The Epstein Theatre?
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs runs at The Epstein Theatre from:
Saturday 5 December 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027
Performance times vary across the festive season.
Ticket prices
Tickets are priced from £13.
All tickets are subject to a booking fee.
Where is The Epstein Theatre?
The Epstein Theatre
85 Hanover Street
Liverpool
L1 3DZ
The theatre is located in Liverpool city centre, close to Liverpool ONE, Bold Street, Central Station and the waterfront, making it easy to combine the show with Christmas shopping, food or a festive family day out.
How to book
Tickets can be booked online via The Epstein Theatre website.
You can also book in person at the box office on the ground floor, open daily from noon to 6pm. The box office also opens one hour before performances.
For group bookings of 10 or more and access bookings, call 0151 312 8735 daily from noon to 3pm.
With a soap star making his panto debut, a Liverpool favourite as the Magic Mirror and a classic fairytale packed with festive fun, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs looks set to be one of Liverpool’s biggest family shows this Christmas.