In joyful anticipation of the long-awaited reopening of The Orchard Theatre, Dartford Borough Council and the theatre are thrilled to announce a special “Local Heroes” campaign, giving hundreds of community members the chance to win tickets to the pantomime spectacular, Cinderella. This initiative serves as a heartfelt gesture of gratitude for the community’s ongoing patience and support following the venue’s closure.
Panto magic is officially returning to Dartford, with this year’s spectacular festive production of Cinderella running from Saturday 12 December 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027. To celebrate, residents are being invited to nominate special individuals in the community who deserve an “invitation to the ball”.
Whether it is a helpful neighbour, an inspiring teacher going the extra mile, a dedicated parent or guardian, or an active community volunteer, the search is on to recognise those who make a difference in Dartford.
How to Nominate Your Local Hero:
Submissions are officially open from 1 August – 25 September. Nominations can be submitted in two ways:
Online: Download and fill out the nomination form at www.orchardtheatre.co.uk and email it to LocalHero.Dartford@trafalgar.global
In Person: Drop off completed physical nomination forms, or pick one up at one of five special post boxes located across Dartford Town Centre:
- Clock Tower Box Office (open Wed, Thu and Sat 10am – 3pm)
- Acacia Sports Hall (open Mon 10.30am – 11.30pm, Tue 10am – 12pm, Thu 11am – 1pm)
- Dartford Library
- Priory Shopping Centre
- Orchards Shopping Centre – The Meeting Place
Nominees will be selected on Wednesday 30 September and contacted shortly after with details on how to claim their prize tickets for select performances of Cinderella.
For full terms and conditions, or to download a nomination form online, please visit https://trafalgartickets.com/orchard-theatre-dartford/en-GB/local-hero-nomination
