Cast: Gray O'Brien and Chris Fountain in Aladdin Date: 10 November 2009
Gray O'Brien is one of Coronation Street's most memorable bad guys. As Tony Gordon he has been at the centre of some of the most thrilling storylines. So, it's only fitting that he has been cast in the Opera House panto, Aladdin as the villain of the piece.
Gray plays evil Uncle Abanazar. Current Corrie stars are not permitted to star in pantos, whilst still in the street. But O'Brien had agreed to star in the panto, prior to producers asking him to extend his stay, as part of a current storyline.
A Coronation Street producer explains: “Gray had been due to leave Corrie later this year, and so had arranged the role in panto. But scriptwriters went back to Gray to ask him to extend his contract as they have come up with another exciting storyline for his character.
Chris Fountain, star of Hollyoaks and Dancing On Ice is also in this family first production, playing ther title role. Dinnerladies' Su Devaney and Eric Potts (another star of Coronation Street) also feature in the cast.
As well as Aladdin, Manchester audiences can also see The Sound Of Music, White Christmas, Dad's Army, Blithe Spirit and Grimm Tales this Christmas.
Absolutely fabulous, Gray, Chris, Sue, all the cast were brilliant, thoroughly enjoyed the show, finished off christmas perfectly. well done to all, SUPERB SHOW. xxxx - Maxine Parry
29 Dec 09
I went to see it yesterday - it is thoroughly recommended! Really funny and camp panto (just what everyone needs to get them in the festive spirit!) - Laura
16 Dec 09
I belive his lemon drizzle cake is to die for... - Hertz Van Rental
04 Jul 09
i like Gray O'Brien he so sexy i think that he will be as good as he is in Coronation Street xxx - natalie berry
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