Robin Hood will take over Chequer Mead this Christmas, with Callum Donnelly playing the Sherwood Forest outlaw. East Grinstead’s pantomime runs from 5 December 2026 to 3 January 2027.
The calendar includes morning, afternoon and early evening performances, offering families choices beyond a late theatre finish.
At a glance
| Where | Chequer Mead Theatre |
|---|---|
| When | 5 December 2026 to 3 January 2027 |
| Tickets | Adults £29; listed concessions £26; family ticket £104 |
Who is in the Robin Hood cast?
Callum Donnelly as Robin Hood
Families may recognise Donnelly from the CBeebies sketch series Spot Bots. The BBC’s programme archive credits him among its performers. At Chequer Mead he takes the title role as the Sherwood Forest outlaw.
The supporting company
Amelia Fadden plays Maid Marion, with Harry Henderson as Little John. Helen Goldwyn is Fairy Glade; her work beyond the stage includes acting, writing and directing for audio drama producer Big Finish. Tizane McEvoy plays the Sheriff and Kevin Gauntlett appears as Little Red Riding Hood.
The roles are confirmed in Chequer Mead’s production listing.
| Performer | Role |
|---|---|
| Callum Donnelly | Robin Hood |
| Amelia Fadden | Maid Marion |
| Harry Henderson | Little John |
| Helen Goldwyn | Fairy Glade |
| Tizane McEvoy | The Sheriff |
| Kevin Gauntlett | Little Red Riding Hood |
What is the production?
Amelia Fadden plays Maid Marion and Harry Henderson is Little John. Helen Goldwyn appears as Fairy Glade, Tizane McEvoy as the Sheriff and Kevin Gauntlett as Little Red Riding Hood.
Chequer Mead’s version brings the outlaw adventure together with songs and audience participation. The unusual Little Red Riding Hood casting is part of this production’s announced character line-up.
Tickets and access performances
The relaxed performance is Saturday 12 December at 2pm, with reduced sensory elements. Contact the theatre about how the adaptations and seating arrangements would suit your party.
The listed £26 concessions include under-16s and over-60s. A family ticket is advertised at £104; check its composition and any fees at booking. Groups are asked to contact the box office.
How to get there
Address: Chequer Mead Theatre, De La Warr Road, East Grinstead, RH19 3BS.
Use the theatre’s De La Warr Road address, rather than its separate registered office at East Court. The map below locates the performance venue. Plan the last part of your journey and return transport around the selected curtain time, particularly for morning performances.
Check the venue and visitor information.
Planning another outing
- West Sussex days out for a separate daytime visit; check the location and opening times against your performance.
- Sussex Christmas markets for festive shopping; event dates vary.
- Sussex Christmas light trails for other seasonal outings and their booking requirements.
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