THE LION SHEIKH ROARS ONTO UK STAGES MUSLIM PANTO IS BACK THIS AUTUMN WITH A BRAND-NEW FAMILY ADVENTURE
The team behind Snow Brown and the Seven Chachay return with a laugh-out-loud new show inspired by a timeless tale, with charity partner Donate Directly placing generosity at the centre of the night out
Families across the UK are in for a roaring good time this autumn as The Lion Sheikh begins its nationwide tour. Taking loose inspiration from The Lion King, the show gives a much-loved tale of bravery, family and doing the right thing an unmistakable Muslim Panto makeover.
The story follows a young lion cub who is desperate to show the world that he can one day be every bit as courageous, respected and remarkable a Sheikh as his father.
There is just one problem: the road to becoming Sheikh turns out to be a lot bumpier than he imagined.
While the cub dreams of greatness, rivals are scheming in the shadows, enemies are lying in wait and wicked plans are already underway. With the whole land facing ruin, the young lion must work out whether true leadership means showing off his bravery, or discovering what courage really looks like.
And because this is Muslim Panto, nothing ever goes exactly to plan.
Audiences can look forward to over-the-top characters, non-stop laughter, toe-tapping songs, dazzling costumes, plenty of shouting back at the stage and all the joyful mayhem that has become a Muslim Panto trademark.
A NIGHT OUT THAT GIVES BACK
Keeping up its tradition of combining fun with giving, Muslim Panto has teamed up with Donate Directly, which comes on board as the official charity partner for The Lion Sheikh.
Donate Directly will run its usual fundraising throughout the tour, so theatre-goers can enjoy a memorable evening and support good causes at the same time.
The partnership captures what Muslim Panto is all about: bringing families and communities together while doing something positive for others.
For those in the audience, the show offers more than jokes, songs and sparkle. It is also a chance to help change lives.
Entertainment unites us. Giving turns that unity into something meaningful.
As a technology-driven direct giving platform, Donate Directly will work hand in hand with the production to turn the goodwill of panto audiences into real support for charitable causes.
BUILT ON A PROVEN SUCCESS
Muslim Panto has earned a strong following for welcoming British Muslim families into theatres, all while producing shows that audiences of every background can enjoy just as much.
Its earlier productions have drawn tens of thousands of people to venues up and down the country, showing a clear demand for stories that mirror Muslim family life while keeping all the traditional magic of panto.
The Lion Sheikh carries that success forward with a story set in a world audiences will recognise, told with a uniquely Muslim flavour.
FUN FOR THE WHOLE COMMUNITY
Although the show has been written with Muslim families in mind, The Lion Sheikh is made for everyone to enjoy.
It has every ingredient of a classic panto: a big adventure, colourful characters, comedy, music, audience interaction and more than a few surprises.
Underneath the fun, though, lies a story about family, bravery, leadership and discovering your inner strength.
The cub may be determined to walk in his father's footsteps, but he soon learns that being a great leader takes more than having no fear.
Sometimes true courage means standing up for the people and principles you care about most.
...ENDS...
Notes to Editors
ABOUT MUSLIM PANTO
Muslim Panto has become known for bringing British Muslim families to the theatre, creating productions that are just as enjoyable for audiences of all backgrounds.
Past shows have played to tens of thousands of theatre-goers nationwide, demonstrating a strong appetite for stories that reflect Muslim family life alongside the classic magic of pantomime.
The Lion Sheikh builds on that success, setting a familiar story in a world with a distinctly Muslim twist.
THE LION SHEIKH
Opening night: Friday 30th October
Venue: Bristol Kings Oak Academy, BS15 4JT
Touring: UK
Suitable for: Families and audiences from all backgrounds
Tickets and tour dates:
www.muslimpantotickets.com
www.donatedirectly.com
MEDIA INFORMATION
For interviews, images and further information, please contact:
Nazira Bemath
PR Consultant, Donate Directly
[email protected]
020 3355 8587
The story follows a young lion cub who is desperate to show the world that he can one day be every bit as courageous, respected and remarkable a Sheikh as his father.
There is just one problem: the road to becoming Sheikh turns out to be a lot bumpier than he imagined.
While the cub dreams of greatness, rivals are scheming in the shadows, enemies are lying in wait and wicked plans are already underway. With the whole land facing ruin, the young lion must work out whether true leadership means showing off his bravery, or discovering what courage really looks like.
And because this is Muslim Panto, nothing ever goes exactly to plan.
Audiences can look forward to over-the-top characters, non-stop laughter, toe-tapping songs, dazzling costumes, plenty of shouting back at the stage and all the joyful mayhem that has become a Muslim Panto trademark.
A NIGHT OUT THAT GIVES BACK
Keeping up its tradition of combining fun with giving, Muslim Panto has teamed up with Donate Directly, which comes on board as the official charity partner for The Lion Sheikh.
Donate Directly will run its usual fundraising throughout the tour, so theatre-goers can enjoy a memorable evening and support good causes at the same time.
The partnership captures what Muslim Panto is all about: bringing families and communities together while doing something positive for others.
For those in the audience, the show offers more than jokes, songs and sparkle. It is also a chance to help change lives.
Entertainment unites us. Giving turns that unity into something meaningful.
As a technology-driven direct giving platform, Donate Directly will work hand in hand with the production to turn the goodwill of panto audiences into real support for charitable causes.
BUILT ON A PROVEN SUCCESS
Muslim Panto has earned a strong following for welcoming British Muslim families into theatres, all while producing shows that audiences of every background can enjoy just as much.
Its earlier productions have drawn tens of thousands of people to venues up and down the country, showing a clear demand for stories that mirror Muslim family life while keeping all the traditional magic of panto.
The Lion Sheikh carries that success forward with a story set in a world audiences will recognise, told with a uniquely Muslim flavour.
FUN FOR THE WHOLE COMMUNITY
Although the show has been written with Muslim families in mind, The Lion Sheikh is made for everyone to enjoy.
It has every ingredient of a classic panto: a big adventure, colourful characters, comedy, music, audience interaction and more than a few surprises.
Underneath the fun, though, lies a story about family, bravery, leadership and discovering your inner strength.
The cub may be determined to walk in his father's footsteps, but he soon learns that being a great leader takes more than having no fear.
Sometimes true courage means standing up for the people and principles you care about most.
...ENDS...
Notes to Editors
ABOUT MUSLIM PANTO
Muslim Panto has become known for bringing British Muslim families to the theatre, creating productions that are just as enjoyable for audiences of all backgrounds.
Past shows have played to tens of thousands of theatre-goers nationwide, demonstrating a strong appetite for stories that reflect Muslim family life alongside the classic magic of pantomime.
The Lion Sheikh builds on that success, setting a familiar story in a world with a distinctly Muslim twist.
THE LION SHEIKH
Opening night: Friday 30th October
Venue: Bristol Kings Oak Academy, BS15 4JT
Touring: UK
Suitable for: Families and audiences from all backgrounds
Tickets and tour dates:
www.muslimpantotickets.com
www.donatedirectly.com
MEDIA INFORMATION
For interviews, images and further information, please contact:
Nazira Bemath
PR Consultant, Donate Directly
[email protected]
020 3355 8587
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- Last Updated
- September 29, 2026