Jack and the Beanstalk

Fe-fi-fo-fum, a GIANT of a family panto, full of fun! Join us for Christmas 2024 as we present the classic pantomime and the ultimate adventure – Jack and the Beanstalk!

An incredible cast of pantomime legends, West End musical stars, and superb talent are ready to entertain you! We welcome West End leading lady Lizzie Bea (Sister Act, Heathers The Musical, and Hairspray) as Princess Jill, and Alana Robinson (Six The Musical) as Fairy Motown. Daniel Page (Billy Elliot) and "Exeter's favourite Dame" has accepted our invitation to play our fabulous West Country Dame Trott. Popular panto comedian and actor Kevin James will be playing Billy Trott, Georgie Macaskill will be playing the giant's wicked henchwoman Desdemona, and Mark Lamb, who returns after playing Prince Charming in Cinderella last year, takes the title role of Jack. The cast will be supported by an ensemble of dancers, including Yeovil-born James Bamford, who will also choreograph the production.

Packed with music, magic, fun, and plenty of laughter, come on an adventure as Jack climbs the beanstalk to discover there are giants in the sky, living in a magical world... Book today and grab the best seats for this adventure that promises to delight audiences of all ages.

Running Time: Approx. 2hrs 30mins (including interval)
Booster Seat Hire: Available (subject to availability) - £1
Merchandise: Available to purchase - various costs

Meet the cast!

We welcome back Mark Lamb, who returns to Yeovil to play the title role of Jack Trott. Mark dazzled and charmed as Prince Charming in last year's production of Cinderella at Wstlands Entertainment Venue. Mark is delighted to be back again, entertaining the crowds and working alongside such a talented cast!

Mark's credits include: Sondheim's Old Friends (Sondheim Theatre, West End), Maria Friedman & Friends (Menier Chocolate Factory, Theatre De L'Amour (Secret Cinema), Singer/Dancer for Norwegian Cruise Lines, Prince in Sleeping Beauty (Castle Theatre Wellingborough), and Prince Charming in Cinderella (Millennium Forum, Londonberry).

We've cast the incredible Lizzie Bea to play the role of Princess Jill!

You might have caught Lizzie playing roles such as Sister Mary Robert in Sister Act (Dominion Theatre, Hammersmith Apollo and Uk Tour), Martha Dunnstock in Heathers (The Other Palace), Tracy Turnblad in Hairspray (London Coliseum), or Pat in Kinky Boots (UK Tour) - to name a few!

We're delighted to welcome Lizzie to Yeovil, and we know she is looking forward to starring in the panto this Christmas, bringing her enthusiasm and festive cheer to the stage. 

We are thrilled to announce that we've cast the amazing Alana Robinson to play Fairy Motown in this years Jack and the Beanstalk!

Alana is an American actress from Washinton, DC, best known for her portrayal of Catherine Parr in Six The Musical. Most recently, she played Maggie in Jubilee, a play released on BBC radio in the summer of 2024.

A graduate from the prestigious Royal Accademy of Music in London as well as Temple University's Theatre, Film, and Media Arts department, Alana has always been passionate about the performing arts. She's most excied about spending Christmas away from the city and performing in her first-ever pantomime - we're so excited to have her!

Introducing Daniel Page as the one and only Dame Trott! 

Daniel is no stranger to the world of pantomime. Known as "Exeter's favourite Dame", we feel very lucky to have him in our panto this year.

Having trained at the Academy of Live and Recorded Arts, Daniel has an abundance of theatre credits, including performing in the West End! His West End credits range from Billy Elliot - The Musical to Secret Gardens (RSC), and Dick Whittington at Sadler's Wells to Bugle Boy - The Glen Milller Story.

Our Stellar cast welcomes Kevin James, who will be playing Billy Trott! Since leaving home to pursue the roar of the greasepaint, and the smell of the crowd, Kevin has appeared in various roles on stage, film, TV, and radio.

A pantomime regular, Kevin has performed in various comic guises in productions of Aladdin, Dick Whittington, Snow White, Sleeping Beauty, Jack and the Beanstalk, Beauty and the Beast, Peter Pan, and Cinderella at theatres across the country. Kevin is looking forward to showing you his funny side... (hopefully!)

Every panto needs a baddie... (Oh no it doesn't! Oh yes it does!). We're excited to announce Georgie will be playing our pantomime baddie, Desdemona, in her debut at Westlands!

Georgie trained at The Urdang Academy and graduated in 2022. Since then she has earned a number of theatre credits including: Poppy Piglet in The Three Little Pigs (UK Tour), Piggie in Elephant and Piggie's: We are in a Play! (European Premiere, Perform in the Park, Bloomsbury), and Merry in Christmas Speclatular: in the St Nick of Time! (The Regent Centre, Bournemouth).

Schedule & Pricing Structure

Relaxed & BSL Interpreted Performance

Sunday 5 January 2025 at 11am

No flashing merchandise will be permitted at this performance.

This performance is specifically designed to welcome people who will benefit from a more relaxed theatre environment, including those with an Autism Spectrum Condition, sensory communication disorders, or a learning difficulty. It is also designed to be accessible to those with hearing impairments who require British Sign Language interpretation.

A Relaxed and BSL Interpreted performance involves:

• A relaxed attitude to noise and movement within the auditorium.
• Some small changes to light and sound effects in the performance.
• Removal of any strobe lighting and pyrotechnics in the performance.
• Audience members will be able to enter and leave the auditorium as they please.
• A BSL interpreter will sign the dialogue of the show from the side of the stage.

A £1.50 ticket levy is included in all stated ticket prices.
All bookings are subject to a £2 transaction Fee.