In a new partnership with Gateshead Council, the popualr Newcastle Panto Company (NPC), will present its unique brand of Geordie pantomime from a brand new home - Gateshead International Stadium.
They'll create their very own Indoor Stadium Theatre that will accommodate 800 people.
Impressive
Maxie Peters, the company's writer and director, who is once again starring as the Dame in this year's production, Sleeping Beauty, is thrilled that it has secured such an impressive local venue.
Maxie said: "Since the initial announcement, we have been inundated with bookings from families and groups who make a regular trip to see our pantomime every year, many telling us how we form an integral part of their annual Christmas tradition.
'With a new modern venue and facilities, served by excellent transport links and its own Metro station, together with our extensive fan base, we're already set for a bumper Christmas with some shows already sold out!'
Cabinet Member for Culture, Sport and Leisure, Councillor Angela Douglas added: "Gateshead International Stadium has a reputation for bringing interesting and different events to the borough and having a panto here for the very first time is a great addition to that.
"i'm sure people in Gateshead will be delighted at the prospect of having panto right on their door step. And with such accessible public transport, I'm sure we'll also draw crowds from further afield to ensure this panto season is a sure fire hit."
The panto will run from 8 - 30 Decemeber 2017, with tickets available at www.ticketsource.co.uk/newcastlepanto or call the box office on 0191 718 5440