We were introduced to Cinderella, Katie McGlynn of Coronation Street and Hollyoaks fame who was cleaning the house for her step sisters. These ugly sisters were played brilliantly by Shania Pain and Brenda LaBeau. They interacted comically with the audience who booed loudly each time they appeared on stage.
Buttons, played by Kevin Duala, from Radio Merseyside and The One Show, was a strong character who loved Cinderella and tried to protect her from her ugly sisters. He encouraged audience participation and shared lots of Liverpool humour.
Conor Barrie as Dandini had a range of facial expressions which had the audience in stitches. He was funny, energetic and engaged with the theatre crowd. The Prince was played by Michael Nelson [Grease} who sang valiantly, but was often drowned out by the background music.
The sets were colourful and attractive. The costumes were stunning, especially those of the Ugly Sisters adding to the visual magic. How did those baddies manage to change so quickly? Their costumes were topical and colourful and complemented their outrageous hairstyles, which were fabulous.
The production, directed by Chantelle Joseph, was a credit to her experience. The choreography by Nazene Langfield, was excellent. Some set pieces, especially the hunting scene was outstanding.
The audience thoroughly enjoyed the show; joining in enthusiastically with ‘The Twelve Days of Christmas’ which was a show stopper involving rubber chickens and toilet rolls. The special effects were completed by a soaking of the audience with water but we had also been snowed on, and tickled with bubbles. An ideal show for children and adults alike.
This show from Regal Entertainments, delivered a pantomime that was traditional and anarchic. A production that provided joy , laughter music and colour. In all a lively family friendly experience, that should ensure a healthy future for the Epstein Theatre.
The production runs from 05/12/2025 to 04/01.2026
Reviewer - Linda Wright
On - 15/12/2025
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