Garrick announces Jack and the Beanstalk panto cast

Lichfield Garrick has announced the cast line-up for its forthcoming Jack and the Beanstalk pantomime.

Lichfield legend and resident Dame Sam Rabone, is back for his ninth year in the Garrick’s pantomime, stepping into the role of Dame Trott.

Also returning this year, is fellow Garrick pantomime favourite Ben Thornton, starring as Billy.

Ben said: “I’m delighted to be back in Lichfield for my fifth pantomime season at The Garrick!

“It really is a beautiful city to stay in for Christmas and this year we even have a wonderful new front of house area at the theatre which is looking amazing!

“Jack and the Beanstalk is going to be our most spectacular pantomime yet!

“It’s a great traditional story but we’re adding in our usual sprinkling of jokes, surprises and of course Sam and I will be bringing bucket-loads of slosh!! See you there!”

Joining the cast for the first time is comedienne and actress Gill Jordan (Doreen Tipton) in the role of Fairy Sugarsnap.

Completing the cast are Joe Feeney (Edmonds) as Luke Backinanger, Becky Sanneh (House of Cleopatra) as Jack Trott and Clarice Julianda (Newsies) as Dave the Cow.

Due to extremely popular demand, this year’s pantomime will be running longer than before – running from Friday 22 November, 2024 through until Sunday 12 January, 2025.

Tickets are available now through the Lichfield Garrick website or by calling the Box Office on 01543 412121.