Jack OFF The Beanstalk brings London’s adults-only panto season to Scala in King’s Cross from 14 December 2026 to 3 January 2027. Tickets are currently £42.30, admission is strictly 18+, and this is very much the filthy-innuendo, party-anthem, audience-participation version of Christmas panto rather than one to take the kids to.
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Presented by The Entertainment Providers, the production follows the team behind last year’s Sinderella and runs from 14 December 2026 to 3 January 2027. This one is strictly for adults: Scala confirms the event is 18+ with no exceptions.
Jack OFF The Beanstalk 2026: At a Glance
- What: Jack OFF The Beanstalk – adults-only pantomime
- Where: Scala, 275 Pentonville Road, King’s Cross, London N1 9NL
- Dates: 14 December 2026–3 January 2027
- Age: Strictly 18+
- Tickets: Scala currently lists tickets at £42.30
- Format: General admission/standing; no assigned seats
- Group offer: The promotional information supplied to Clarissa’s Corner advertises £2 off per ticket when booking 10 or more; check the booking page for current terms.
What Is Jack OFF The Beanstalk?
This is emphatically not the family version of Jack and the Beanstalk. The Entertainment Providers have turned the familiar story into an adults-only Christmas night out filled with sexual innuendo, outrageous character names and plenty of audience participation.
Jack is hard on his luck when the rent comes due and there is no money to spare. Around him is a gloriously inappropriate collection of panto characters including Dame Twatt, Thick Twatt, Clitty the Cow, Princess Jill and the evil Genetalia. Expect the traditional beanstalk story to become considerably less traditional from there.
The soundtrack is built around familiar party favourites. Scala’s current listing names songs including Thriller, It Must Be Love, Mambo No. 5, Mysterious Girl, Electric Dreams and I Will Survive, alongside more party tracks.
Cast
The 2026 promotional artwork confirms Adam Makepeace as Jack, James Tolliver as Dame Twatter, Sam Wyatt as Thick Twatt, Rebecca Goddard as Clitty the Cow, Simon Gross as Queen Genitalia and Frankie Duncan in the ensemble.
Dates and Performance Times
Scala currently lists performances across 14 December 2026 to 3 January 2027, with matinee, afternoon and evening performances depending on the date. Performances include dates on 14, 15, 18, 19, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29 and 30 December, plus 2 and 3 January.
Current Scala listings show performances beginning at various times including 1pm, 2pm, 4pm and 7.30pm. Because the schedule varies by date, check the official booking page for the exact performance you want before travelling.
Tickets
Tickets are currently on sale, with Scala listing a price of £42.30. If you are planning a Christmas party or group night out, promotional information for the production also advertises £2 off each ticket for groups of 10 or more. Check the live booking page before purchasing for current availability and offer terms.
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Accessibility at Scala
This is one readers should check carefully before booking if mobility or seating is important. Scala describes the event as standing with no assigned seats, and the venue is an old, multi-level building with numerous stairs and no lift.
Scala’s access information says there are three steps into reception, followed by 37 steps to the foyer bar and another 14 to the main arena. The venue asks customers who need access assistance to contact its team in advance. Accessible arrangements can depend on individual requirements, so contact Scala directly before booking if you need to confirm whether the venue can safely meet your needs.
Is Jack OFF The Beanstalk Suitable for Under-18s?
No. Scala states that this production is strictly 18+, with no exceptions. The venue requires original physical photo ID and says admission can be refused without it.
The show contains adult humour, sexual innuendo and deliberately filthy material. This is a grown-up Christmas night out rather than a family pantomime.
Getting to Scala
Scala is at 275 Pentonville Road, King’s Cross, London N1 9NL, close to King’s Cross St Pancras. Public transport is the sensible option, particularly for a Christmas night out; parking in the area is limited.
Why See It?
If your idea of panto is less “he’s behind you” and more “did they seriously just say that?”, this may be one of London’s more outrageous festive options. It sits nicely alongside the growing selection of adult pantomimes, drag shows and alternative Christmas entertainment appearing around London.
The combination of a familiar fairy tale, big singalong tracks and a script designed to push the innuendo as far as possible makes this much more of a Christmas party night than a traditional theatre trip.
More Christmas Theatre on Clarissa’s Corner
Looking for more festive ideas? Browse our Christmas & Pantomime Guide 2026 for family pantos, adult alternatives and Christmas shows across London and the South East.
You can also read our guide to Tinderella at Riverside Studios for another adults-only London panto option.
FAQ
When is Jack OFF The Beanstalk in London?
The production runs at Scala from 14 December 2026 to 3 January 2027.
Where is Jack OFF The Beanstalk playing?
It is playing at Scala, 275 Pentonville Road, King’s Cross, London N1 9NL.
Is Jack OFF The Beanstalk adults only?
Yes. Scala lists the show as strictly 18+ with no exceptions and requires original physical photo ID.
How much are tickets?
Scala currently lists tickets at £42.30. Prices and availability can change, so check the booking page before purchasing.
Is there seating?
Scala lists the event as standing with no assigned seats. Anyone who needs seating or other access arrangements should contact the venue before booking.
