Cinderella

Synopsis

The magical pantomime including Prince Charming, Buttons, the Ugly Sisters and, of course, the Fairy Godmother who turns a pumpkin and mice into a carriage and horses ... but why doesn't the glass slipper disappear at midnight?!

Our Review:

John Dixon - 3 December 2009

Perfection in Pantoland is the only way to sum up the Theatre Royals production Cinderella and this show will quickly be recognised as the best pantomime playing anywhere this Christmas. Michael Harrison, the writer, director and MD of Qdos pantomimes has brought back Clive Webb and Danny Adams for yet another smash hit show at the Theatre Royal, Newcastle.

Five years ago Michael introduced the pair to North East audiences in a different version of Cinderella and while co-stars may have changed over the years, the quality of the productions just goes from strength to strength.

The secret over the years seems to be that if you strip away all the effects, you still have a first class pantomime underneath and this year the likes of Pegasus the flying horse, a talking raven, a performing live horse and flying without wires are just enhancements to an already strong show. Also as soon as Clive and Danny appear on stage there is an instant rapport with th...

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Latest User Review

sheila thompson - 14 January 2010:

this was the best panto i have seen in years from the start smiles, laughter and tears it was amazing well done to all the cast and those behind the scenes it was amazing can't wait for this years show ...

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