Rehearsals Begin for Doncaster’s GIANT Family Pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk

The curtain will rise next week, with performances running from Friday 29 November to Sunday 05 January, promising a magical adventure filled with laughter, excitement, and festive cheer.

This year’s spectacular pantomime brings the classic tale to life as Jack takes on the challenge of saving the kingdom from a fearsome giant after a handful of magic beans grow into an enormous beanstalk overnight. Audiences can expect dazzling sets, show-stopping musical numbers, hilarious moments of mayhem, and enchanting surprises to captivate the whole family.

The exciting cast includes beloved performers from Doncaster’s 2023 production of Beauty and the Beast, Adam Martyn and Chloe Hoyte. They are joined by Joe Parker as Jack Trott, Becca Lee-Isaacs as Jill, Robyn McIntyre as the villainous Fleshcreep, and Misha Malcolm as the magical Mother Nature. Alongside the previously announced Ben Eagle as the hilarious Dame Trott and Harry Gascoigne as Silly Billy, Chloe Norburn will join as Senior Ensemble.

The show is written by Neil Hurst and directed by Tess Seddon, who promise a production brimming with festive fun, laughter, and surprises for all ages.

"We’re thrilled to welcome such a talented cast and creative team to bring this larger-than-life story to Doncaster. Our goal is to create an unforgettable experience that will leave families laughing and feeling the magic of the season. I can’t wait to see the stage filled with all the panto bells and whistles and the auditorium buzzing with the hubbub of cheering school children and giggling families."
Director, Tess Seddon

Returning to Cast’s panto this year are Choreographer Jasmine Vessey and Musical Director/Arranger Sonum Batra. Cast will also be working with Jane Kelsall on all of their British Sign Language (BSL) interpreted performances. This year’s accessible shows are:

Friday 29 November 7pm BSL
Monday 02 December 1:30pm BSL CAP
Saturday 07 December 2pm AD
Tuesday 10 December 10am RP
Saturday 14 December 7pm BSL
Sunday 29 December 3:30pm BSL CAP
Thursday 02 January 7pm BSL
Friday 03 January 2pm RP 

Performance Dates: Friday 29 November 2024 – Sunday 05 January 2025
Tickets: Available at castindoncaster.com or call the Box Office on 01302 303 959

Tickets are selling fast, so book now to secure your place for this unmissable festive adventure!