West End performers join Telford panto cast
West End performers will be joining Telford’s Easter pantomime cast, it has been announced.
Pantomania! – 50 Years of Telford will be staged at Oakengates Theatre later this month.
Katie Ann Dolling (BBC Doctors; Redhead; Devilish), Ben Cupit (YANK!; Eugenius!) and Amie Howes (Snow White Norwich) will join the previously announced Ian Billings, Phil Butler and Philip Meeks.
The show is produced by Mr Millerman Presents, the company behind the hit West End Musical, YANK!.
This marks the company’s first collaboration with Telford & Wrekin Council.
The pantomime adventure will be based on the popular tale of Dick Whittington and his search for fame and fortune.
The show takes on some unique Telford twists.
Lead producer Ben Miller said: “We’re incredibly excited to be bringing this fun-filled family pantomime to Telford as part of the town’s celebrations.
"Pantomime has always been such a huge part of the local community, it just made sense to bring back previous favourites from past years to bring to life the Dick Whittington story in a uniquely Telford twist.”
Theatre manager Debbie King said: “This will be the first ever Easter pantomime for Telford – and what a fantastic way to celebrate both Telford’s 50th birthday and 50 years of Oakengates Theatre.
"People flock from outside of town to see our pantos here in Telford and this one will be no different – we can’t wait for the first show.”
Pantomania will premiere at the Oakengates Theatre, as part of the Telford 50 celebrations, from March 29 to April 5.
Tickets cost £15 for adults, £12 for children and concessions and £50 for a family of four.
Book online at www.theplacetelford.com or by calling the box office on 01952 382382.
