Peter Pan and Wendy spotted in Eastbourne ahead of panto

Accompanied by Wendy, Captain Hook and the crew, these beloved characters were seen for the launch of this year's pantomime at the Devonshire Park Theatre.

Peter Pan, Wendy, Tinkerbell and Captain Hook will be whisking audiences off to Neverland in the new theatrical venture, running from December 5, 2025, until January 11, 2026.

Tickets can be booked from £13.50 via eastbournetheatres.co.uk or via the Box Office at 01323 412000.

Angus Benstead will tackle the titular Peter Pan, with Ella Bracci as Wendy and Gabriella Gilliat as Tink, Peter's sidekick.

Jessica Aubrey will take on the role of the Mermaid.

Join the cast for a swashbuckling adventure.(Image: Eastbourne Theatres)

Lewes Roberts (Robin Hood and Beauty and the Beast for Eastbourne Theatres) returns to the Devonshire Park Theatre stage as the loathsome Captain Hook.

The stage will also feature Martyn Knight and Tucker taking up the roles of Mrs Smee and Hook’s first mate Smee, respectively.

A whiff of delight was in the air as the cast, after some photos and filming on the Devonshire Park stage, were guided by Captain Hook to Eastbourne’s own Treasure Island.

This allowed them to test their sea legs aboard a ship, challenge Peter Pan’s sword combat skills at height and see how well the Smee family could protect him around crocodiles.

This new Peter Pan production promises to be an unforgettable experience.

This enchanting production of The Adventures of Peter Pan will be packed with live music, vibrant sets, colourful costumes, spectacular special effects and plenty of laughs.