Sleeping Beauty
Panto in the Presidio returns with an over-the-top musical re-imagining of the classic fairytale Sleeping Beauty, set in the magical kingdom of Pantoland, a mythical realm that bears a striking resemblance to contemporary San Francisco. The production features familiar characters including the princess and prince, an evil witch and fairy godmothers, and adds a chorus of singing chickens and a lovable rooster named Pecker that audiences will remember from last year’s Panto, The Magic Lamp. New this year, audiences will be treated to interactive experiences in the lobbies and outdoor plaza of the theatre with cast members before curtain and during intermission.
Creative Team
Executive Producer Peggy Haas has assembled an all-star creative team including director Liam Vincent. The show will feature costumes by Alina Bokovikova and production design by Sean Riley, who will also create the pre-show, intermission and post-performance experiences. Musical director Bill Keck will create a whimsical score for the show featuring pop and classic rock songs with re-written lyrics. Co-playwrights are Christine Nicholson and Luther Hanson. Technical director Jeff Gregory, production manager Patty Ann Farrell, choreographer Stacey Printz and casting director Annie Stuart complete the team.
Performances and Previews
Twenty-three performances will be given December 1–30, 2022, including two discounted public preview performances on December 1 and 2.
Early-Bird Discount
Tickets are half-off until June 15 and will then be $40 for adults, $30 for seniors (65+), and $20 for youth (under 18).
Family Discounts
Families and friend groups of four or more will receive a Family Pack discount of 20%. (Discount automatically applied at checkout.)
What is panto?
Panto is a traditional British holiday entertainment that combines slapstick humor, one-line zingers, outrageous characters and send-ups of current events.