Cinderella promises most magical panto from University Concert Hall from December 15 to January 11

Chris Currid, Keith Hanley, Stuart Mackey, Esther Brady, John Sharpson,
Cliona Hagan, and Myles Breen from The Specsavers Limerick Panto Cinderella at UCH, this year’s magical family pantomime presented by Robert C Kelly and University Concert Hall Limerick. Picture: Alan Place

Cliona Hagan to take on her first-ever panto role this Christmas as the Fairy Godmother in The Specsavers Limerick Panto Cinderella at UCH

This Christmas, Specsavers Limerick, Robert C Kelly, and University Concert Hall Limerick are excited to present “Cinderella”, the most magical Pantomime of them all.

Multi-award-winning country music artist Cliona Hagan will tread the boards as she steps into her first ever pantomime role. Cliona Hagan said, “I am beyond excited to be playing the role of ‘Fairy Godmother’ in this year’s Cinderella! It was a childhood dream of mine to be a Fairy in a pantomime, and I can’t believe it’s actually happening! I can’t wait to sprinkle some fairy magic and see you all there!”

Cliona will join this year’s amazing cast, which includes RTÉ Jnr star John Sharpson, Limerick’s legendary dame Myles Breen, and Voice of Ireland winner Keith Hanley, along with returning favourite Esther Brady as “Cinderella,” and Limerick panto newcomers, Chris Currid and social media sensation Stuart Mackey.

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Can a shoe change your life? Brought to life by the same brilliant creative team behind last year’s hit Mother Goose, including writer and director Debbie Kiernan and choreographer Jody Ennis, Cinderella is bursting with hilarious jokes, dazzling costumes, and chart-topping hits. 

Get ready to boo, hiss, and cheer – oh yes, you will! – in this perfect festive treat for the whole family. 

Sinéad Hope, the Director of UCH, said, “We’re excited to celebrate the 14th year of our legendary Panto. This tradition has become a holiday favourite, bringing families from Limerick, the Midwest, and beyond together for an unforgettable experience.

Panto is a beloved family tradition, and with Cinderella, we promise an even more magical experience for all ages. We can’t wait to welcome you to this year’s spectacular production!”

University Concert Hall, in collaboration with Panto sponsor Specsavers Limerick and Panto Producer Robert C Kelly, has developed Panto For All, a heartwarming fundraising initiative designed to make the panto as accessible as possible.

This project offers children and families from the Midwest region the chance to attend UCH’s panto free of charge. It is open to all charitable organisations and groups supporting underserved families and individuals across the region.

Earlier this year, Specsavers Limerick and University Concert Hall (UCH) were nominated for the Business to Arts Awards 2025, Creative Access Award for Panto For All.

The initiative has already welcomed more than 430 people from charities and community groups across the Midwest in 2024.

“We are absolutely thrilled and incredibly proud to have been shortlisted for the 33rd Business to Arts Award for our support of University Concert Hall’s ‘Panto For All’ initiative. This recognition truly highlights our commitment at Specsavers Limerick to being eye and ear care specialists deeply embedded in the community. 

“Our continued partnership with the UCH pantomime, a beloved festive
tradition, and its wonderful initiatives like ‘Panto for All’ perfectly embody our dedication to inclusivity and community spirit,” said Sinead Clohessy, Store Director at Specsavers Limerick.

Cinderella takes place from December 15, 2025 to January 11, 2026 with tickets from €22.50 | Matinee & Evening Shows, see UCH website for further details.