DICK WHITTINGTON @ THE LEATHERHEAD PANTO #REVIEW…
Posted by Kat Heath on 21 Dec 2024
On Tuesday Night we had the absolute pleasure of attending the relaxed performance of Dick Whittington at the Leatherhead Theatre.
The classic fairytale was performed by an amazing cast and didn’t disappoint. There was definitely something for everyone during the two hour show which included a range of songs from Classic rock anthems from Nivana to present day pop from Bruno Mars, Lady Gaga and more! All performed amazingly.
The jokes were hilarious and suitable for all ages, the hidden double entendres were even funnier and really made the two hours seem like half that.
Individually the performances were outstanding and at some points even breathtaking.
The pantomime baddie, King Rat was played by the super talented Tom Beard who captivated the audience with his stage presence, encouraging full participation with the audience with screams of ‘boo’
The pantomime Dame, Sarah The Cook who was played by Jon Hughes, was absolutely hilarious, who offered outlandish outfit changes, wig changes and full on double entendres throughout the whole show.
Uber cockney Alice Fitzwarren was played by the lovely Danielle De Sallis Cross. Not only an amazing actress but her singing was fantastic, she had such a strong stage presence and played the part beautifully, the chemistry between her and Dick Whittington played by the rather handsome Carlton Venn was great and there harmonious duets were stunning.
The Cat who was played by Nick Beat created the perfect atmosphere by consistently encouraging audience participation, my six year old said ‘he was his favourite character because of his jokes and dancing’ which I’d say sums up a lot of the show.
Fairy Bow Bells, played by Flick Pritchard showed her fantastic versatility by playing the fairy character and a rather scary pirate.
The set design and costumes were again amazing and really well thought out and what you would expect from a Shaftesbury Avenue Theatre.
A definite must see for the whole family and a great venue which sees its 55th year and is now registered as a grade 2 building which is reliant on donations for its upkeep.
The theatre alone is beautiful with its stunning brutalist staircases and interior structures. A great place for a cinema screening or a drink. Definitely worth a visit.
Showings are running to 30th December.
Ticket Prices:
Adult: £23
Child: £21
Family Tickets: (for any showing) £84
For more information on Dick Whittington performances visit:
https://theleatherheadtheatre.com/whatson/dick-whittington-2024/
Contact Box Office on: 01372 365141
Email: Admin@the-theatre.org or Boxoffice@the-theatre.org
Or visit : www.theleatherheadtheatre.com for more details.
Leatherhead Theatre
7 Church Street
Leatherhead
KT22 8DN
Kat xx
