Fairfield Halls has announced two more stars joining the cast of its spectacular Christmas pantomime, Cinderella, with West End performer Sorelle Marsh taking on the enchanting role of Fairy Godmother, and audience favourite Chris Fearn returning as Dandini.
Sorelle Marsh returns to Fairfield Halls after appearing as Fairy Bon Bon in last year’s festive production of Beauty and the Beast. Sorelle trained at the Guildford School of Acting and has enjoyed an impressive career across the West End and beyond, with credits including Come From Away, Kathy and Stella Solve a Murder!, The Time Traveller’s Wife, Mamma Mia!, Hairspray, Legally Blonde and Singin’ in the Rain.
Speaking about her role as Fairy Godmother, Sorelle Marsh said:
“I’m absolutely thrilled to be returning to Croydon this Christmas as Fairy Godmother in Cinderella! I had such a fantastic time last year, and I can’t wait to be back for another season of festive fun, magic and plenty of laughs. Panto is such a special part of Christmas, and I’m so excited to do it all again!”
Joining Sorelle is Chris Fearn, who returns to Croydon following his appearance as Clement in Fairfield Halls’ 2025 pantomime, Beauty and the Beast. A familiar face on the pantomime circuit, Chris has also appeared as King Cabbage in Jack and the Beanstalk at Bournemouth Pavilion and Captain Hook in Peter Pan at The Anvil, Basingstoke, alongside an extensive career in theatre, comedy and writing.
Speaking about his return to Fairfield Halls, Chris Fearn said:
“It’s me! I’m back in Croydon for Chrimbo and ecstatic about it (and not just because it’s only 4 miles from my house). Dandini is a delicious mix of wit and grumpiness, just like me, so I’m thrilled to be donning his garb again. Oh, the laughs we will have, the ditties we will warble, the eyes we will roll at the dunderheaded prince. What larks, Croydon. What larks.”
Fairfield Halls is operated by registered charity and social enterprise BH Live in partnership with Croydon Council.
On behalf of BH Live, Nicola Coney, Entertainments and Events Manager, shared;
“We’re delighted to welcome Chris and Sorelle to this year’s cast of Cinderella at Fairfield Halls. Chris is a firm favourite with our panto audiences, while Sorelle returns to Croydon following her fantastic performance in last year’s production. Together, they’ll help bring even more laughter, magic and festive sparkle to what promises to be a truly memorable Christmas experience for families across Croydon and beyond.”
Produced by UK Productions, Cinderella will bring the beloved fairytale to life with spectacular staging, laugh-out-loud comedy, sensational musical numbers and plenty of audience participation, making it the perfect festive treat for families, friends and fairytale fans alike.
On behalf of UK Productions, Martin Dodd, Managing Director, shared;
“Well, what can we say? We are delighted that Sorelle Marsh and Chris Fearn are returning to sprinkle their magic and cheer over Croydon this Christmas as the wonderful Fairy Godmother and Dandini in our sensational production of Cinderella. With a wave of her wand, and dash of his humour, they’ll help to make your festive dreams come true! Book your tickets now!”
Running from Friday 11 December 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027, Cinderella promises a festive celebration packed with laughter, dazzling costumes, magical transformations and plenty of family fun. From boo-worthy baddies to belly laughs and moments of pure enchantment, Cinderella is the perfect festive escape, promising pure magic for families, friends, and fairytale fans of all ages.
Tickets for Cinderella are on sale now, with a special limited-time ‘Double Trouble’ 2-for-1 offer available on selected performances until 20 September 2026. Tickets are on sale now at fairfield.co.uk.
This year’s booking highlights include:
- Performances from Friday 11 December 2026 – Sunday 3 January 2027
- Accessible captioned performance on Monday 21 December 2026 – open to all
- A relaxed performance on Wednesday 30 December 2026, open to everyone and great for those who prefer a gentler panto experience.
- Ice creams for school groups of 50+ plus a limited number of funded tickets for pupils on low income, thanks to the generosity of previous panto audiences (T&Cs apply).
- Group rates available (6+, 20+, 50+) (T&Cs apply).
- School and young people’s concessions for under 16s on selected performances (T&Cs apply) – Friday 11 December (10:30am and 7pm), Sunday 13 December (11am), Tuesday 15 December (10:00am and 1:30pm), Wednesday 16 December (10:00am and 1:30pm), Sunday 3 January 2027 (3pm).
- School performances available.
For group bookings or school visits (including subsidised tickets for eligible schools) contact: groupsales@bhlive.org.uk
More information about Fairfield Halls can be found online at fairfield.co.uk.
More information about UK Productions Ltd can be found online at ukproductions.co.uk.
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About BH Live
Champions of community engagement, health and wellness across Dorset, Hampshire, and London
BH Live, a registered charity and social enterprise, is a leading operator of sports and leisure centres, theatres, and event venues.
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With a strong commitment to accessibility and community engagement, BH Live continues to enhance the quality of people’s lives, health and wellbeing in the communities it serves.
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About Fairfield Halls, Croydon
Fairfield Halls is managed by BH Live, a registered charity and social enterprise, in partnership with Croydon Council.
BH Live (Enterprises) Limited is a wholly owned trading subsidiary of the parent organisation, BH Live. It has been established to manage the non-charitable activities, primarily relating to Conferences and Exhibitions.
With a long and distinguished history, Fairfield Halls sits in the heart of Croydon.
Spaces inside the venue include its 809-seat Ashcroft Theatre, the world-class 1,802-seat Concert Hall, and The Recreational a 750-capacity standing live music venue. Additional space is available in the adjoining Cube Studio.
As well as the main auditoriums, there are additional spaces and rooms that regularly accommodate local business events, conferences, exhibitions, meetings, consumer-led events, and attractions such as family gatherings and celebrations.
Companies in residence at Fairfield Halls include Talawa, and London Mozart Players.
Following a major refurbishment in 2019, the venue’s opening seasons included an eclectic mix of theatre, music, comedy, performance, dance and family entertainment including an annual festive pantomime.
The Terrace Bistro offers pre-show dining with drinks and light-bites.
Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother opened Fairfield Halls on Friday 2 November 1962. The inaugural concert in the Concert Hall was performed by the BBC Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Sir Malcolm Sargent, with renowned soloist Yehudi Menuhin also performing.
The Ashcroft Theatre was opened on 5 November by Croydon-born Dame Peggy Ashcroft, with the opening ceremony including a monologue by Sir John Betjeman called ‘Local Girl Made Good’. The first play performed was Royal Gambit, starring Dulcie Gray.
The Arnhem Foyer is named after Croydon’s twin-town of Arnhem in the Netherlands.
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- See what’s on and buy tickets online at fairfield.co.uk
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- In person from box office at Fairfield Halls – see website for opening times.
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Address: Fairfield Halls, Park Lane, Croydon, CR9 1DG, LONDON
BH Live is a leisure and cultural trust, established in 2010 as a ‘non profit distributing organisation’ (NPDO) for public benefit to promote participation in leisure and cultural events. BH Live is a Company Limited by Guarantee and Registered Charity. Charity No: 1138311. Company No: 07092112. VAT Reg No: 108 2248 37. BH Live (Enterprises) Ltd, is a Private Company Limited by Shares and a wholly owned subsidiary of BH Live. Company No: 07175626. VAT Reg No: 108 2248 37. Registered Office: Bournemouth International Centre, Exeter Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5BH. Registered in England and Wales
About UK Productions:
Established in 1995, UK Productions is responsible for over 200 musical and drama productions nationally, internationally, in the West End and on Broadway.
Producing credits include The Beekeeper of Aleppo, The Kite Runner, Legally Blonde – the Musical, 42nd Street, Oklahoma!, Singin’ in the Rain, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, South Pacific, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Jekyll & Hyde – the Musical, Carousel, Fiddler on the Roof, Murdered to Death, Anything Goes, The Pirates of Penzance, and Barnum.
They are also renowned pantomime producers and have productions the length and breadth of the country. During Christmas 2026/27 they will have 11 productions in number 1 theatres.
The company also operates a busy set and costume production and hire business, supplying musicals, plays and pantomime sets, props and costumes to commercial and amateur producers nationally and internationally.