X Factor winner Alexandra Burke and TV's Dr Ranj will lead the cast of Mayflower Theatre's festive treat, The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan, this Christmas.

They will play Captain Hook and the Magical Merman alongside comedian and ventriloquist Max Fulham as Smee in this year’s high-flying pantomime.

Climb aboard the Jolly Roger with Captain Hook and Peter Pan as they battle on the high seas, joined by a crew of mischievous pirates and a very hungry, ever-watchful crocodile!

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With amazing special effects, stunning sets and beautiful costumes direct from The London Palladium, The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan will take your whole family on a magical trip to Neverland from Saturday December 13 to Sunday January 4 2026.

Michael Harrison, chief executive of producer Crossroads Pantomimes, told the Daily Echo said: "Alexandra is a phenomenal talent with an outstanding voice which will blow the roof off Mayflower Theatre, and children and adults alike will love the charm of Dr Ranj.

"Combined with the comedic talents of Max, along with stunning costumes and sets from The London Palladium, I know what a brilliant time the Southampton audiences will have this Christmas."

Alexandra Burke is one of the UK’s most distinguishable powerhouse voices, having sold over 5 million records. Her no. 1 chart-toppers include Bad Boys, Start Without You and Hallelujah and her debut album Overcome went double platinum. 

One of the UK’s most sought-after West End leading ladies, she has previously starred in The Bodyguard and Sister Act in Southampton. Alexandra rose to fame 15 years ago, winning the fifth series of The X Factor, while duetting with Beyoncé. 

(Image: Mayflower Theatre) Alongside his work as a practicing doctor working in the NHS, Dr Ranj appears on BBC morning TV and was a Strictly Come Dancing contestant. Ranj is currently on tour with &Juliet, visiting Mayflower Theatre back in November.

Max Fulham is a comedian and ventriloquist, who in addition to gaining popularity on both TV and in theatre, has become a social media sensation where he has amassed over 2 million likes on TikTok. 

Book your tickets online at mayflower.org.uk or call 023 8071 1811.

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