Quick summary: The Boulevard Theatre in Milford Haven has opened auditions for its fifth anniversary festive production of Peter Pan, offering young regional performers across Pembrokeshire the opportunity to develop acting, singing, and dancing skills alongside industry professionals. Organisers are inviting youth of all experience levels to register for the June selection process, continuing a structured community talent pipeline that has successfully transitioned local ensemble members into professional theatrical careers. These creative initiatives hold significant value for regional public policy and youth mental health, demonstrating how accessible community theatre builds vital social resilience, enhances communication skills, and fosters personal well being by providing supportive creative spaces outside the traditional school term.
Talented young people across Pembrokeshire are being invited to audition for roles in the 2026 production of Peter Pan by The Big Pembs Panto at the Boulevard Theatre in Milford Haven.
The announcement comes as the festive production prepares for its fifth anniversary season, following the sell-out success of Aladdin in 2025, which attracted thousands of audience members to the venue.
Senior Ensemble auditions are scheduled for Saturday 13th June, while Junior Ensemble, and auditions for John and Michael Darling, will be held on Saturday 20th June.
Organisers are encouraging young people with an interest in singing, dancing, and acting to take part in the magical adventure to Neverland.
Successful applicants will perform alongside Pirates, Lost Boys, Mermaids, and other characters in a festive production filled with music, comedy, and spectacle.
Participants will have the chance to make new friends, build confidence, develop theatre skills, learn from industry professionals, and perform to large audiences throughout the festive season.
The Big Pembs Panto has a history of developing local talent. Recent examples include Eva Rees and Honey Thomas, who spent four years in the juvenile company before making their professional stage debut as Tik and Tok in last year’s Aladdin.
Producer Rhys Williams, who also began in the juvenile ensemble five years ago, said: “This year’s auditions offer another exciting opportunity for the next generation of performers to take their first steps onto the Boulevard Theatre stage and become part of the Big Pembs Panto family.”
The production will run at the Boulevard Theatre from Thursday 10th December – Thursday 31st December 2026.
Pantomime remains an important part of UK theatre, particularly in regional venues, offering accessible family entertainment during the Christmas season and valuable experience for emerging performers. In Pembrokeshire, The Big Pembs Panto has become a major annual event, attracting large audiences and supporting the local creative sector.
Research from organisations such as the Royal Shakespeare Company and Arts Council England highlights that participation in theatre can improve self-esteem, communication skills, and social development. For many young people, performing on stage also helps build resilience and teamwork skills.
Auditions are open to young people of varying experience levels. Organisers say enthusiasm and commitment are the most important qualities, making the opportunity accessible to first-time performers as well as those with prior training.
Registration is now open, with full details, including age requirements and audition guidance, available through official Big Pembs Panto channels.
Parents and guardians are advised to consider the rehearsal commitment, which typically runs alongside the school term. In return, participants receive professional direction and choreography, as well as a supportive environment focused on enjoyment and development.
Based on J. M. Barrie’s classic story, Peter Pan remains a family favourite, known for its themes of adventure, friendship, and childhood imagination. The Big Pembs Panto production promises a fresh, lively interpretation designed for local audiences, featuring comedy, music, and large-scale staging.
The Boulevard Theatre in Milford Haven has become a hub for professional and community performances across west Wales, hosting productions that attract audiences from across Pembrokeshire and beyond.
The casting call is part of the company’s wider effort to engage the local community and support the development of young performers, creating pathways from ensemble roles to principal parts.
Whether for those dreaming of flying across the stage or simply wanting to be part of the experience, the 2026 Peter Pan production offers an opportunity to begin a journey in theatre.