We were given tickets in return for this review. All opinions are my own. Photo credit to Sevenoaks Panto
Sevenoaks Pantomime has yet again pulled it out of the bag with it’s production of Aladdin at the Stag Theatre
8-year-old Big L and I were thrilled to be invited to this years production from Sevenoaks Panto. We have been for the last few years, and it has become a bit of a tradition. Little L is a bit young (and fidgety) to join in as yet, maybe next year…
That says Twankey Mama’s – honest
Last year’s Sevenoaks Pantomime, Dick Whittington, was a triumph (you can check out my review here Dick Wittington at the Stag Theatre) which used screens around the stage for the set changes and once again these are amazing.
The screens are animated so you get a real sense of the scene. You are transported from China to Egypt, from a launderette to a pet shop to a palace to a cave and everywhere in between.
I’m pleased to say the cast from Sevenoaks Panto’s 2018 Dick Whittington are reunited for Aladdin
An added bonus is Director Jamie Wilson as the baddie, Abanazar (even if his beard did nearly fall off to the delight of many) and Jasette Amos as a goodie – the (two) genies.
Jasette & Ant as Genie and Silly Billy
Local Favourite Ant Payne aka Silly Billy was on top form as Danny Beard’s wonderful Widow Twankey’s simple son. They are joined by Dominic Harbison as other son and hero, Aladdin. Lucy Reed is back as the leading lady with a great, feisty performance. Danny Beard is the favourite in our house and his wardrobe is something to behold, I must hit him up for make up tips before he leaves.
Danny Beard as Window Twankey
Sevenoaks Pantomime regulars will be pleased to hear The 12 Days of Christmas is back for Aladdin and is as silly (and soggy – if you know you know) as ever
Poor Ant was chasing his spring roll around the audience more than once (you’ll have to go to understand what I mean)! The ghost routine is also back with Danny bearing the brunt of the joke.
The addition of the Gospel Choir to Sevenoaks Panto last year proved very popular and it is back again this year. My particular favourite was the Stevie Wonder medley – I went to see him at Hyde Park in the summer, happy days!
The happy couple, Dominic as Aladdin and Lucy as Princess Jasmine
Highlights of the show are the numerous innuendos such as “rub your brothers ring”
That appeals to my sense of humour, I was roaring away! Francesca Grisdale was fabulous as the Circus Act – she is amazing using both a hoop and rope work. The live band, who take to the stage (and sky) more than once, which is a lovely touch as they are usually confined to the depths of the theatre.
All in all we would thoroughly recommend going to see Sevenoaks Panto, Aladdin, at the Stag Theatre, Sevenoaks. It’s a couple of hours of rip roaring fun.With tickets starting from £15 (which isn’t much more than the price of a cinema ticket these days). You can buy your tickets here www.stagsevenoaks.co.uk
My boys went to see this with the Scouts and LOVED it! They are still singing the 12 days of Chinese takeaway song a week later 😉
this performance was great .It is suitable for all ages – very humorous. It was all round entertainment!It contained brilliant singing , acting , acrobatics and comedy . The performers were well rehearsed however they were also able to ad-lib.Brilliant choreography and script writing.It was not just us having a good time but the actors as well – it was infectious.Personally i prefer it to all the west end shows i have ever seen- it’s also much cheaper ! if you don’t see it you will be missing out !