Aladdin Pantomime Worthing Pavilion Theatre

Did someone say Pantomime?

Of course we did. 

Its this time of year again when Pantos are happening all over the UK for the festive season.

Who doesn't love Panto? 

Pantomimes are not just for children, they are for people of all ages, very family orientated and when you go to one you know you are going to have a great time.

I went to watch the pantomime Aladdin in Worthing at the Pavilion Theatre. This panto stars Lee Latchford-Evans from the steptacular pop band Steps.

The cast includes Lee Latchford-Evans as Aladdin, Rebecca Keatley as Princess Jasmine, Vikki Stone as Abanazar, Mark Jones as Wishee Washee, Dave Lynn as Widow Twankey, Michael Garland as Emperor of China, Natalie Turner as Spirit of the ring and the voice of Brian Blessed as the Genie of the Lamp.

Rebecca Keatley portrayed the role of Princess Jasmine as a sweet and innocent girl who just wants to go on an adventure outside the palace. 

Vikki Stone portrayed the role of the panto villain Abanazar. This was the first time I have seen a male part being played by a woman, but I was really impressed. Vikki's comic timing was fantastic and I was crying with laughter at the jokes.

Mark Jones portrayed the role of Aladdin's brother Wishee Washee, another one who had me crying with laugher at his comic timing, jokes and stupidity. 

Dave Lynn portrayed the role of Aladdin's mum Widow Twankey. Loved his performance.

Lee Latchford-Evans portrayed the title role of the cheeky chappy Aladdin. I couldn't think of anyone better to play the part. Lee's presence on stage is outstanding so much personality which shone throughout the show. Full of cheekiness. Lee's singing was amazing too. Couldn't fault Lee's performance.

I enjoyed the opening song and the finale to the show in which the cast sang songs from The Greatest Showman. My favourite medley in the show had to be when the cast performed Saturday Night Fever. There I was singing along.

My favourite scenes in the show was when Aladdin, Wishee Washee and Widow Twankey disguised themselves as travellers to go a rescue Princess Jasmine to get past the evil Abanazar and the dance off between Aladdin and Abanazar. Just so happens they put in 5678 in the dance off. I was laughing out loud during these scenes as I thought these were the best scenes of the panto.

Of course they saved the best to last by having a fantastic Steps Medley to end the show.

Everyone on their feet singing and doing the famous dance moves including me and I am not ashamed to say I am a massive Steps fan and of Lee Latchford-Evans.

This pantomime Aladdin I would give it ***** (stars) because it really does make you forget all worries that you have or might have.

So get yourselves down to the Pavilion Theatre in Worthing to see Aladdin, there until 1st January 2019.

I have already been 3 times and I have another 2 booked. A Christmas Panto not to be missed.

Cinderella Pantomime St Helens Theatre Royal 24th March 2018

Cinderella - who doesn't love a fairy tale?
Pantomime - who doesn't love Panto?

Normally you would have to wait until Christmas to go and watch a good old pantomime, but not anymore Easter Pantomimes are coming more and more popular.

Pantomimes are not just for children, they are for people of all ages, very family orientated and when you go to one you know you are going to have a great time.

I went to watch the Easter pantomime Cinderella in St Helens last Saturday which was the first shows starring Lee Latchford - Evans from Steps as Prince Charming. As I've been a Steps fan for over 20 years and I am a huge fan of Lee I couldn't miss the chance of going to see Lee is this.

The cast includes Lee Latchford-Evans as Prince Charming, Georgina Parkinson as Cinderella, Lewis Devine as Buttons, Si Foster and Mark Newell as the Ugly Sisters, Samantha Palin as the Fairy Godmother and Andrew Geater as Dandini.

Georgina Parkinson plays the role of Cinderella. Really enjoyed her Cinderella as played the role shy, but a sweet Cinderella. Her voice was great.

Lewis Devine plays the role of Buttons. Very funny. Had a catchphrase with the audience every time he made an appearance on stage. Lewis had a lot of energy and fun to watch.

Si Foster and Mark Newell play the Ugly Sisters. I loved these two. They worked really well together and loved the costumes.

Now I've saved the best to last: Lee Latchford - Evans plays the role of Prince Charming. Charming was Lee. Played the role very well and suited the part of the prince. His personality shone throughout the show and I could not take my eyes off watching Lee. Lee's amazing singing voice had my jaw dropping to the ground. His character was very believable. Even made a few Steps references to the songs.

Of course they saved the best to last by having a fantastic Steps Medley to end the show.
Everyone on their feet singing and doing the famous dance moves including the song every one knows, 'Tragedy', really felt like a 'Steptacular' pantomime.

I am not ashamed to say that I will be going back once again to watch this amazing Steptacular pantomime.

On at St Helens Theatre Royal until 15th April 2018, miss it or miss out!