Jack and the Beanstalk - Rock 'n' Roll Panto

Synopsis

Jack, a dim boy, sells the family's cow, their last remaining possession, for some 'magic beans', his mother is furious and throws them out of the window. Next morning there is a magic beanstalk, which Jack climbs to the land of the giant. There he rescues the love interest, and the goose that lays the golden eggs and runs away as the giant returns booming 'fee, fie, foe, fum, I smell the blood of an Englishman!' and occasionally 'Be he alive or be he dead I'll grind his bones to make my bread' depending on how bloodthirsty the panto is! As the giant follows Jack down the beanstalk Jack grabs an axe and chops it down thus killing the him.

Our Review:

Anne Morley-Priestman - 7 December 2010

Multi-skilled is something which many performers endeavour to achieve. Singing, dancing, falling about (literally) is what you expect from a Christmas show; Ipswich’s annual rock’roll’ pantomime – this year it’s Jack and the Beanstalk – provides not just these elements but a cast which can multi-task while playing an array of instruments with enormous verve and panache.

The performers mingle with the audience as we take our seats. Mark Walters costumes are attractively coloured and stand up to close scrutiny, as do his sets. The actual acting area is flanked by raised platforms where the instruments are located; brass and percussion predominating. Evil henchman Fleshcreep (Sean Kinglsey) is opposed by Shirley Darroch’s Fairy Aubergine, whose wand is a leek and who sports a Suffolk accent. Taking tine out from his drum-kit is Adebayo Bolaji donning the thick-soled boots and massive headpiece of the Giant as well as one end ...

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Latest User Review

Rick - 24 January 2011:

Terrific show - great cast, great energy and enthusiasm, fantastic musical talent, funny script, excellent 'ad libs'. Most enjoyable!...

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