Pantomimes are as much a part of Christmas as mince pies and mulled wine… oh no they’re not… oh yes they are! The Isle of Wight has two pantos to look forward to that will keep everyone from 2 to 82 laughing all the way.
Beauty and the Beast – Shanklin Theatre
Spotlight, one of the Island’s talented acting groups is once again putting on a spectacular show at Shanklin Theatre. This year’s panto is telling a tale as old as time, Beauty and the Beast. Telling the story of a horribly arrogant prince who is cursed to look like a horrifying monster and told he must find true love in order to transform him back into a human, proving that love is more than superficial looks. It follows the Beast as he kidnaps a girl from the local village and how their relationship grows over time, will she be the one to break the curse? Will the actors manage to get in a scene where a couple of cast members get covered in gunge?
It’s a fast-paced, family fun panto packed with songs, encouraging audience participation, special effects and of course a few surprises.
Not sure if you like pantos? Comments the cast hear after people have seen their shows are,
‘I didn’t think I liked pantomimes until I saw yours’, or ‘I was dragged along by my kids to see this, and I’m really glad I was’.
Pre Booking is essential – it also makes a great gift for someone!
Cinderella – The most magical pantomime of them all – Medina Theatre
Made to Measure Productions have an exciting new production for Isle of Wight panto lovers, Cinderella is coming to the Island.
A magical fairytale loved through the generations is brought to life before your very eyes. Take in the stunning scenery, tap those toes to a fantastic catalogue of music, laugh your socks off and be wowed by spectacular special effects.
Featuring everyone’s favourite baddies, the evil stepmother and ugly sisters, they make it their mission to make Cinderella’s life as difficult as possible but one day she meets her fairy godmother. Get set to be in awe of the quite possibly the most spectacular transformation ever to grace the stage at the Medina Theatre. It’s fair to say you won’t believe your eyes, it’s magic!
Will she make it to The Royal Ball and meet Prince Charming? Will there be a ‘happy ever after’?
Booking is essential and it’s a great afternoon out for the entire family
