Tom's Midnight Garden, Library Theatre, Manchester (0161 236 7110).

A magical story about young boy Tom who is furious when he is sent away for the summer to stay with his aunt and uncle in their boring flat until he discovers a wonderful and magical secret and meets a special friend.

Runs until Saturday, January 25 2003, various performance times, £7.50 to £40

Octagon Theatre

Bolton (520661)

Firebird - A magical and enchanting adventure story based on traditional folklore tales and filled with puppetry, songs and dance about an imprisoned princess, a jealous sister and a friendly wolf. Suitable for children aged 5+.

Runs until Saturday, January 18 2003, 7.15pm, Mat 2.15pm, £6.50 to £12

Oldham Coliseum

Fairbottom Street, Oldham (0161 624 2829). Aladdin -The story of Aladdin and his mother Widow Twankey and their rags-to-riches story with live music, amazing costumes and stunning scenery.

Runs until Saturday, January 18, 2003, Saturday 2.30pm and 7.30pm, Mon 2.30pm, Tue to Thu 10.30am and 2.30pm, Fri 7.30pm adults £11 and conc. £8

Opera House

Quay Street, Manchester (0161 242 2524)

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

Lily Savage stars as the Wicked Queen and the stepmother to Snow White who has to escape into the forest where she makes friends with the Seven Dwarfs.

Runs until Sunday, various performance times, £10.50 to £25

Palace Theatre

Manchester (0161 242 2524)

Beauty and the Beast. Disney's spectacular musical comes to Manchester on its national tour.

Runs until Saturday, February 8, 2003, 7.30pm, Wed, Fri & Sat Mat 2.30pm, £13 to £33.50

The Met

Market Street, Bury (0161 761 2216)

Peter Pan - Join the little boy for a spectacular and exciting Christmas musical.

Runs until Sunday, 2pm, Fri & Sat 7.30pm, £5 to £8