Here’s a first look at Hackney Empire’s upcoming 2021 panto Jack and the Beanstalk.
The festive treat will open at the London venue on 20 November 2021, running to 2 January 2022.
Starring as Dame Daisy Trot is Olivier award-winner Clive Rowe also co-directs this production alongside fellow Hackney panto veteran Tony Whittle, who plays Councillor Higginbottom.
They are joined by Rochelle Sherona as Jack Trot, Kat B as Simple Simon, Zoë Curlett as Funella Fleshcreep, Julie Jupp as Fairy Fuchsia, and Ellie Ruiz Rodriguez as Jill Higginbottom.
Completing the company are ensemble members Victoria Anderson, Paddy Jo Martin, Harry Robinson, Christina Shand, Beth Sindy, Jacob Thomas and Cameron Webb.
The production will be choreographed by Ruthie Stephens.
When happy-go-lucky Jack is tempted into selling his family’s beloved cow for a fistful of magic beans, he finds himself tangled in an adventure of epic proportions! Join Jack on his journey up an enchanted beanstalk as he tries to outwit a rampaging giant, all with the help of his larger-than-life mum.
This tall-tale is packed full of slapstick comedy, laugh-out-loud gags, stunning costumes, dazzling song and dance numbers and plenty of chances to cheer, boo and hiss.
Jack and the Beanstalk will run from 20 November 2021 to 2 January 2022, with press night on Thursday 2 December 2021. Tickets are on sale now from www.hackneyempire.co.uk.
