White Rock has been putting on a Christmas panto for generations, and the White Rock Players’ Club is in its 82nd season. This year’s panto is The Little Mermaid, by Rebekah MacEwan, based on the Hans Christian Andersen story. Ariel falls for Eric, son of the panto dame Delphine, and makes a deal with Queen Ursula that costs her her voice. Her friends have to save the day, with the usual songs, slapstick and audience shouting.
The Little Mermaid plays December 2 to 27, 2026 at Oceana PARC Playhouse in White Rock. Tickets are $34 for adults, $30 for seniors and youth, and $25 for the previews.
The Little Mermaid Panto: Quick Facts
| Dates | December 2 to 27, 2026 |
| Showtimes | Wednesday to Saturday evenings at 7:30 PM; Sunday matinees at 2:30 PM; extra 2:30 PM matinees on December 6, 13, 19, 20, 26 and 27 |
| Tickets | Adults $34; seniors (60+) and youth (under 18) $30; previews December 2 and 3, $25 |
| Venue | Oceana PARC Playhouse, 1532 Johnston Road, White Rock |
| Box office | 604-536-7535, in person or by phone Wednesday to Friday, 1:00 to 5:00 PM |
| Official page | whiterockplayers.ca |
The Show
Fascinated by the world above, Ariel meets Eric and decides she’ll give anything to be with him. Queen Ursula names a high price. Expect a dame, villains to boo and plenty of chances for the audience to join in. It’s directed by Lisa Pavilionis, with choreography by Leslie Kuny and musical direction by Marquis Byrd.
Tips
- Save with a preview. December 2 and 3 are $25.
- Pick a matinee for younger kids. There are extra ones on December 19, 20, 26 and 27 during the school break.
- Make an evening of it with Bright Walk down on the waterfront, lit up from November 28.
More Pantos and Family Shows
On the North Shore, Presentation House Theatre stages The Sword in the Stone. In Vancouver there’s East Van Panto: Hercules at the York Theatre, and in Burnaby the Metro Theatre panto, Sleeping Beauty. Every show is in our Christmas shows in Vancouver guide, and more in the area is in Christmas on the Peninsula.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the White Rock panto in 2026?
December 2 to 27, 2026, at Oceana PARC Playhouse.
How much are tickets?
Adults $34, seniors and youth $30, and $25 for the December 2 and 3 previews.
What time are the shows?
Evenings Wednesday to Saturday at 7:30 PM, Sunday matinees at 2:30 PM, plus extra matinees on December 6, 13, 19, 20, 26 and 27.
Part of: Vancouver Christmas Guide 2026 › Christmas Shows in Vancouver 2026
