Become enchanted in 2025 with our BRAND-NEW family pantomime The Pied Piper of Hamelin.

When the town of Hamelin is overrun by rats, a mysterious piper arrives, promising to rid the populace of their furry foes. But at what cost?

A captivating new pantomime from the producers of Dick Whittington, Aladdin, and Rumpelstiltskin, The Big Tiny bring their new story of magic, mayhem and betrayal to The Met in Christmas 2025.

The Pied Piper of Hamelin is packed full of sensational sets and overflows with holiday cheer and audience participation for all ages. Expect pantomime dames, laugh-out-loud comedy, audience participation and much more.


Special performances

  • Press Night Tue 9 Dec 7:30pm Our first public (and also lowest priced) performance.
  • Pyjama Performance Fri 12 Dec 6:30pm Stay up late and wear your pyjamas or onesies to the show.
  • Relaxed Performance Sun 14 Dec 11:00am For anyone who would appreciate a more flexible atmosphere to enjoy the show. House lights will be on, and doors open. A touch tour will be available before the show begins.
  • BSL Interpreted Performance Fri 19 Dec 6:30pm For people with hearing difficulties or for whom British Sign Language is their preferred language.

Supported by Bury Football Club
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Book tickets

Derby Hall @ The Met
From £17 children / £20 adults (inc fees)

Pied Piper Groups Discount: Groups of 11-25 10% off; Groups of 26 and larger 15% off. Group bookers should please phone The Met ticket office on 0161 761 2216 to book.

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