Giant-sized family panto stomping its way to Parr Hall this January

Parr Hall will be celebrating the festive season in style with a giant of a panto this January.

The historic venue, run by the charity Culture Warrington, has once again teamed up with Tony Peers Ltd to present family favourite Jack and the Beanstalk.

The magical story, suitable for all ages, will be at Warrington venue in Palmyra Square between Friday, 5 January, and Sunday, 14 January, and tickets are on sale now.

With all the costumes, comedy, catchy songs and calamities these traditional pantos have become renowned for, families are invited to find out what happens when Jack gets in big trouble with his mother for selling their hapless cow for a handful of beans.

Join our unlikely hero on the adventure of a lifetime when the beans start to grow…and grow…and grow.

Chris Persoglio, Executive Director of Culture Warrington, said: “We can’t wait to open our doors in January to welcome hundreds of families to Parr Hall for this annual and ever popular winter warmer.

“We’ve got 10 shows throughout the run, not to mention the performances we do for schools, and we really throw everything into it. The panto is always one of our highlights of the year because of the way it brings everyone together and creates such a warm atmosphere at our venue.

“For many youngsters, it is their first experience of the theatre which is something we never take for granted and makes the panto even more special. And given the tough times we are all going thorough at the moment, Jack and the Beanstalk’s themes of making the best of bad situation, seizing opportunity and overcoming adversity are particularly relevant.”

Tony Peers and his team have been entertaining families for decades with a tried and true format of fun, laughter and a happily ever after that has kids and adults alike glued to their seats.

The full cast has now been announced with Lucy Summers starring as Jack Trott with Milkshake presenter Amy Thompson returning by popular demand as Jill Crumble.

They will be joined by the panto’s director Frank Simms as Fleshcreep, Kyle White as King Crumble, Mark Newell as Dame Trott, Sara Nelson as Fairy Sweet Pea and Daniel Dean as Silly Billy.

Tony Peers, who has worked in show business since 1969, added: "I’m delighted to have the opportunity to return once again to produce this year’s pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk, at Parr Hall. I would also like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a very merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year.”

Jack and the Beanstalk is at Parr Hall between 5 and 14 January. Tickets are from just £11. Visit https://parrhall.culturewarrington.org/whats-on/jack-the-beanstalk or call the Box Office on 01925 442345.