Get ready for a tale as old as time this Christmas.
Running from Wednesday 27th November until Sunday 19th January 2025, Harrogate Theatre’s award-winning seasonal spectacular promises sparkle, silliness, and side-splitting fun for the whole family.
Among the cast is panto legend Tim Stedman, who returns for his 24th year as the hilarious Philippe Fillop.
Harry Wyatt will be back for his second year, bringing fabulous flair to the role of Madame Bellie Fillop.
Anna Campkin, who charmed audiences as Tammy the Cat last year, returns to Harrogate Theatre, this time in the role of Belle.
Michael Lambourne, after years of villainy, trades in his baddie hat to play Baron Bon Bon while also taking on the role of Assistant Director.
Colin Kiyani, a Harrogate panto favourite, is set to dazzle as the mysterious Beast/Prince.
Making her Harrogate Theatre debut, Joanne Sandi is ready to delight and terrify as the wickedly wonderful Mona Lisa, the baddie we all love to hate.
Extremely talented Zach Atkinson and local actor Ellen Carnazza will add sparkle to the stage as this year’s ensemble and swing performers.
A preview of the show reads:
"When an arrogant Prince is cursed to live as a Beast in an enchanted castle, his only hope is to find true love.
"Will the Beast learn how to love and be loved in return? Will Belle melt the Beast’s frosty heart? Will the spell be broken before the last rose petal falls?"
This year’s panto is written by David Bown with the original idea by Phil Lowe, alongside additional material from Marcus Romer, Tim Stedman, and Michael Lambourne.
Marcus Romer directs once again, joined by Assistant Director Michael Lambourne.
Marcus said:
“Beauty and the Beast is such a lovely story and I have thoroughly enjoyed working with the team to help us tell this tale as old as time for you.
“It's going to be a fantastic show and I am really enjoying working with the team again - there are familiar faces as well as some new ones on board - a super talented cast who can't wait to share the Harrogate Panto joy with you all!”
Book your tickets now at www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk or call the box office on 01423 502116.