insideKENT Magazine Issue 43 - October 2015 | Page 34

ARTS+ENTERTAINMENT
FATBOY FROM EASTENDERS STARS IN

ROBIN HOOD AT THE
WOODVILLE!
Ricky Norwood, who plays Fatboy in EastEnders, will be making
his panto debut in Gravesend, when he stars as the Sheriff of
Nottingham in Robin Hood and the Babes in the Wood at the
Woodville. And, in what will be Gravesham’s biggest ever Christmas
pantomime, he’ll be joined by chart-topping sisters Keavy and
Edele Lynch from B*Witched.

Keavy and Edele’s brother, Shane Lynch from
Boyzone, starred in the record-breaking Aladdin
at the Woodville last Christmas. When they saw
the show, they were so impressed that they spoke
to producers Magic Beans Pantomimes, about
joining the production this year. Edele said: “I
know Shane has such a great time at Christmas
in panto, and so I decided to have a go myself.
I joined Magic Beans for the tour of Treasure
Island, which came to Gravesend over Easter. It
was my first ever stage show, and I enjoyed every
second. When my sister came to see it she loved
the show, and so when we were offered the
opportunity to do Christmas together, we jumped

at the chance!” Keavy and Edele will play the
Fairy of the Forest and the Witch of the Wood,
in Robin Hood.
Also joining the show will be Britain’s Got
Talent opera singers Kieran and Sarah, as Friar
Tuck and Little John, and back by popular
demand, the hilarious Pearce and Payne will play
Nurse Nellie and Silly Billy Scarlet. Amy Jane
Ollies, who has just spent three months in Channel
4’s Hollyoaks, will play Maid Marian, and Eleanor
Sanders completed the line up, as Robin Hood.
To find out more about one of Kent’s best
pantomimes, visit www.gravesendpanto.com.

RUB THE MAGIC LAMP AT THIS YEAR’S PANTOMIME AT

THE CHURCHILL THEATRE
Take a magical carpet ride to the Far East in this year’s pantomime spectacular family pantomime
Aladdin. Starring EastEnders’ Scott Maslen as Abanazer, from Channel 5’s Milkshake Jen Pringle as
Princess Jasmine, making a welcome return to the Churchill Theatre stage is the legendary Bobby
Crush as Widow Twankey, from CiTV and Cartoonito’s Hi-5 Luke Roberts as Aladdin, from The
Impressions Show, Newzoids, Dead Ringers, Jess Robinson as Slave of the Ring, Mark James as
Wishee Washee and Charlie Guest as PC Pong.
Rub the magic lamp, enter the cave of wonders
and be transported to this fun fairytale world.
Aladdin is guaranteed to delight the whole family
with stunning sets, glittering costumes, wonderful
songs and dazzling dancing. Make tickets to
Aladdin one of your three wishes for Christmas
2015.
Opened on the 19th July 1977 by HRH the
Prince of Wales, The Churchill Theatre quickly
established a reputation as a leading producing
theatre. The Churchill’s policy is to present a
comprehensive range of outstanding
entertainment fulfilling the needs of local theatregoers. The comfortable auditorium, seating 785
is fully air conditioned and the theatre’s facilities
include bars, refreshment kiosks and spacious
foyers.
The Churchill Theatre is very pleased to
announce a packed season ahead. For musical
lovers they have the smash-hit show Hairspray.
Bringing you the best in drama with The Full

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Monty, The Perfect Murder and Lord of the Flies.
For the younger audience Horrible Histories and
Gangsta Granny will be on the stage in the New
Year following the spectacular Aladdin. The
Churchill offers an exciting range of bespoke
packages and meal deal offers with local
restaurants, to add some sparkle to you evening.
www.atgtickets.com/bromley